Best Free Antivirus Software

June 2, 2008 – 7:08 am
by Hugh Duddy

Many people ask me,” where can I find free antivirus software.” The easiest and fastest way to find free malware removal software is to simply do a search on Google. Type in something like, “free antivirus software,” and click on the links.

A lot of companies offer both paid and free versions of their security software. Most of these software suites are good but some can be a real drain on your system resources and some should be completely avoided.

AVG is one of the most reputable and better known internet security providers online. In my humble opinion they offer one of the best security suites out there, and it’s completely free. Version 8 provides a multi faceted approach to online security with your web browser even alerting you to dodgy websites!

The AVG link scanner will actually alert you to sites that it considers a threat to your online security. It does this by showing different icons that tell you whether its safe for you to proceed or not. These icons are shown in your browser when searching for specific items or keywords.

The problem of, “rogue software,”seems to be on the increase. This type of software once installed on your PC or laptop can install spyware, viruses and all sorts of nuisance malware.

The benefit of the link scanner incorporated into AVGs free anti-virus software is that it should warn you of nuisance sites that make this kind of software freely available. Forewarned is forearmed seems to apply here.

AVG was not the first company to make this kind of technology available. I first came came across it when McAfee security made it popular. By now you have probably worked out that I’m a fan of AVG. Although they are my personal preference, there are others out there to choose from.

At this time I haven’t had the time to test as vigorously, other software programs offered by companies like Avast and Avira. Although I can’t attest to it personally, they do seem to have built up a good reputation in the internet security software arena.

Back full circle to, “where can I find free antivirus software.” I hope that I have given you enough relevant information for you to spend a little time researching so you can make your own informed decision. Alternatively you may decide just to take my word for it and make the AVG free download page your first port of call.

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