Best Virus Protection

Alright so a few people have mention to me Avria, NOD32 Trend Micro, AVG, Kaspersky, are any of these programs good? Can I get them at staples etc.

 

Bunch of free ones here: http://majorgeeks.com/downloads29.html I like Avast, it is a free one. I am sure you will get more recommendations :-D.

 

thanks, But the thing is I want to be able to delete the virus and not just see whats on the computer. because I know with most free virus scanners you can only view whats on it and can't delete it without buying the license for the program.

 

I use Avira, it lets you scan and remove the things it finds. Seems to be light on resources.

Asking the best anti-virus software is like asking Ford or Chevy, Ferrari or Lambo. Everyone has their own likes or dislikes for whatever reason. I say try a few of the big names (one at a time, uninstalling as you go, as you should only have one installed at a time) and see what you like best.

 

I've used the free Avast now for years at home, and can recommend it without hesitation. An excellent AV solution.

AVG has many adherents also - but I don't have much practical experience with it.

Halo is right - the best AV will not protect the reckless internet surfer . . . a little time spent in exploring the do's and don'ts of internet usage goes a long, long way in protecting the wanderer in their virtual travels . . .

 

what are you saying it will or will not delete the virus.

 

it will delete and\or quarantine what it finds, most all of the free ones here do

 

Avast! WILL delete viruses --- not just quarantine.

My computer has been virus/nasty free for as long as I can remember and I use only freeware to do so.

Some of my technique:
Windows firewall is more than enough with a router between your computer and the modem. I use Spyware Terminator with the Real-Time Shield enabled, SpyBot mainly for the immunization feature (It's great for your host file protection and can replace Spyware Blaster), MalwareBytes for weekly scanning, and I use Avast! for anti-virus needs. I also disable activeX in IE, install IE7Pro, and use mainly Firefox with AdBlock Plus and Download Statusbar (with it, I can easily have everything I download scanned by Avast!).

I prefer to manually update everything, including Windows updates, except Avast! but you can let everything auto update if you prefer.

 

So I should go ahead and download the Avast Home Edition?

 

Yes! Just download Avast!, go to their website to register (if you feel queasy about giving out your email address, just use a disposable one), and enjoy!

 

its found 2 malware so far, not to bad and it allows me to repair or delete things which is cool.

 

Sure i have XP I previously had Norton 2006 Installed recently deleted that, and came across these few programs, it seems my load up for the internet is a little slow with this program. I currently Use Firefox as well.

 

K so it found 26 things 12 werent able to be repair I am afraid if I delete something it would be something I need.

 

well I just deleted that things that said either they couldn't be repaired, or couldnt find file.

I had previously MSCONFIG my computer last night.

 

I recently downloaded avast today! and it came up with a bunch of stuff 26 I believe I deleted everything that wasn't able to be repaired.

No I didnt mean defrag'ed I msconfig my comp.

 

But would the MSCONFIG help at all, I mean after that I install the virus software, should I defrag it next?

 

Halo has already advised you on your best move.
Again! you would be strongly advised to go through the READ & RUN ME FIRST. Malware Removal Guide

 

i have been using nod32 for quite a while now
best AV i have used