More users are logging into the Internet every day and malware coders are coming up with new ways to infect computers with harmful code that allows these coders to access critical personal data or delete or corrupt hidden files. Some of the viruses on the Internet are hard to avoid and they can spread by means of removable media, Instant messaging applications, and through local networks. Fortunately, there are other developers and companies that strive to boost desktop security by making antivirus solutions. Some companies have been around for a while and continue to update their antiviruses to keep up with the latest threats. Here are some of the best antivirus programs that you can try out.
Microsoft Security Essentials
Microsoft Security Essentials is considered one of the best free antivirus solutions out there because of its good integration with Windows operating system. It uses the Windows Update service every few days so Microsoft Security Essentials has the most up-to-date virus definitions. It also ensures that the virus engine is the latest. The software also has a low footprint so systems with 1 GB RAM and other netbooks can run just fine. The interface is also simple to use. Considering Microsoft's late entry to the virus scanning division, the software giant has done a great job keeping customers that are clueless about virus scanners in check. It integrates nicely with the Windows Firewall and it pretty much has the features of the older Windows Defender.
AVG Anti-Virus 2011
Although Microsoft is looking to be a huge contender in the antivirus market, AVG still continues as being one of the best antivirus scanners out there. The scanner is often praised for its high speed of removing different kinds of malware and taking the most desirable action on infected files. It sports a familiar user interface that many AVG users recognize and remains free although there is an Internet Security version that promises more protection by providing social networking protection, shopping protection, and spam protection.
Avast! Anti-Virus
Avast! Is another popular antivirus solution that ranks right up there with the other best free antivirus solutions. It released version 5.0 early 2010 which provides a very different interface. Although the scanning speed is a bit on the slow side, the user interface is much better and it is highly efficient in taking out malware and preventing further intrusions when the real-time scanner is activated.
The best antivirus programs in general are the ones that do not require any costly subscription fees. What matters is that these programs provide the desktop security that home and business users need so they can browse the Internet or access files from other sources with confidence. The virus scanner will immediately be active as soon as you successfully install the application. Only one of these virus scanners need to be installed so try out each one and uninstall the previous virus scanner when you want to change. In modern desktops and laptops, installing one of these programs should not impact the system performance at all.
Microsoft Security Essentials
Microsoft Security Essentials is considered one of the best free antivirus solutions out there because of its good integration with Windows operating system. It uses the Windows Update service every few days so Microsoft Security Essentials has the most up-to-date virus definitions. It also ensures that the virus engine is the latest. The software also has a low footprint so systems with 1 GB RAM and other netbooks can run just fine. The interface is also simple to use. Considering Microsoft's late entry to the virus scanning division, the software giant has done a great job keeping customers that are clueless about virus scanners in check. It integrates nicely with the Windows Firewall and it pretty much has the features of the older Windows Defender.
AVG Anti-Virus 2011
Although Microsoft is looking to be a huge contender in the antivirus market, AVG still continues as being one of the best antivirus scanners out there. The scanner is often praised for its high speed of removing different kinds of malware and taking the most desirable action on infected files. It sports a familiar user interface that many AVG users recognize and remains free although there is an Internet Security version that promises more protection by providing social networking protection, shopping protection, and spam protection.
Avast! Anti-Virus
Avast! Is another popular antivirus solution that ranks right up there with the other best free antivirus solutions. It released version 5.0 early 2010 which provides a very different interface. Although the scanning speed is a bit on the slow side, the user interface is much better and it is highly efficient in taking out malware and preventing further intrusions when the real-time scanner is activated.
The best antivirus programs in general are the ones that do not require any costly subscription fees. What matters is that these programs provide the desktop security that home and business users need so they can browse the Internet or access files from other sources with confidence. The virus scanner will immediately be active as soon as you successfully install the application. Only one of these virus scanners need to be installed so try out each one and uninstall the previous virus scanner when you want to change. In modern desktops and laptops, installing one of these programs should not impact the system performance at all.
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