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Name: Avira Free Antivirus (Personal/Premium)
Version: 12.0.0.297 (v.2012)
License: Freeware (For personal use) / Shareware
Language: English
Official Website: http://www.avira.com/
Download: Official Program Page [free] | Offficial HTTP Download [free] (90.4MB)
Official Program Page [premium]
Updated: 2012/09/12 by Sandy
Description:
- Avira Free Antivirus is not only one of the world's most popular basic virus scanners, it's also the easiest to use. It takes just two clicks to install and configure this free program that effectively removes adware, rootkits and other malware. This is one of the best free antivirus solution with high performance (very light on system resources) and good detection rate.
- Avira Antivirus Premium brings crucial anti-phishing and privacy protection to your busy online world. We know your time is too valuable to be spent on configuring your antivirus. In a matter of clicks, you'll remove incompatible antivirus programs and install perfectly configured security that won't slow your machine down.
- Complete list of features for Free, Premium and Internet Security versions - here.
Name: avast! Antivirus (Free/Pro)
Version: 7.0.1426
License: Freeware (For Personal use - registration required for 1 year licence) / Shareware
Language: English, Multinational
Official Website: http://www.avast.com/
Download: Official Program Page | Cnet HTTP Download [free] (73.1MB) | Pro version Trial (91MB)
Updated: 2012/5 by Webmaster
Description: avast! Free Antivirus represents the best free antivirus protection currently available on the market. This edition is FREE OF CHARGE for non-commercial & home use. Its features include:
- Anti-spyware built-in, Web Shield, Anti-rootkit built-in, Automatic updates
- Strong self-protectin, Virus Chest, Antivirus kernel
- System integration, Simple User Interface
- Integrated Virus Cleaner, Resident protection
- P2P and IM Shields, Network Shield
The Pro version is not free but contains more features. For a comparison, go here.
Name: AVG Anti-Virus 2012 (Free/Paid)
Version: 2012.0.2127
License: Shareware (w/ Free edition)
Language: English, Multinational
Official Website: http://www.avg.com/ww-en/homepage
Download: Official Program Page [free] | Cnet HTTP Download (3.7MB) [free] |
Paid version Trial (3.7MB) (Online installation)
Updated: 2012/5 by Webmaster
Description: AVG Anti-Virus Free has these following key features:
- Award-winning antivirus and antispyware
- Real-time safe internet surfing and searching
- Quality proven by 80 million of users
- Easy to download, install and use
- Protection against viruses and spyware
- Compatible with Windows 7, Windows Vista and Windows XP
Learn more about the features - [Paid version] | [Free edition]
Name: BitDefender Antivirus (Free/Plus)
Version: 10.0 (Free) / v2013 (Plus)
License: Shareware (w/ free version)
Language: English, Multinational
Official Website: http://www.bitdefender.com/
Download: Official Program Page [free] | Official HTTP Download [Trial] (2.3MB) (Online installation)
Updated: 2012/09/14 by Kenny
Description:
- BitDefender Free Edition is your chance to use one of the world's most effective antivirus engines for free! BitDefender Free Edition uses the same ICSA Labs certified scanning engines found in other BitDefender products, allowing you to enjoy basic virus protection for no cost at all.The program is an on-demand virus scanner, which is best used in a system recovery or forensics role.
- Bitdefender Antivirus Plus 2013 provides essential silent security for your Windows-based computer against viruses, spyware and phishing attempts. It also keeps your Twitter and Facebook profiles safe from any privacy threats.
- Features list - [Free edition] | [Plus edition]
Name: Dr.Web CureIt!
Version: 7.0 beta
License: Freeware
Language: English, Multinational
Official Website: http://www.freedrweb.com/
Download: Official Program Page| Official HTTP Download (91.9MB)
Updated: 2012/09/03 by Jason
Description: Do you have anti-virus software installed on your computer, but still worry about its effectiveness?
Run Dr.Web CureIt!® (no need to install it) to quickly scan your computer and cure it of any malicious objects.
Name: ESET NOD32 Antivirus
Version: 5.2.9.12
License: Shareware
Language: English, Multinational
Official Website: http://www.eset.com/us/home/products/antivirus/
Download: Official Program Page
Updated: 2012/09/14 by NEO
Description: ESET NOD32 Antivirus is an award-wining antivirus program for Windows. The new version is light on resources, with good detection rates and powerful features, including:
- Antivirus (ThreatSense technology) eliminates Windows, Mac and Linux viruses, worms, trojans, rootkits and other malware.
- Antispyware protects your online privacy and identity.
- Host-Based Intrusion Prevention System (HIPS) blocks unauthorized changes to programs.
- Cloud-Enhanced Whitelisting (Cloud-Powered Reputation) enables faster, more accurate malware detection.
- Removable Media Control prevents malware infection from USB flash drives, CDs and DVDs; enables blocking by device ID.
- Antirootkit detects and removes malware that hides from the operating system.
- Gamer Mode suspends pop-up notifications, scanning and scheduled tasks while playing. Watch video
- Internet Security Training teaches you tips and techniques to make your online experience even safer.
- Complete list of features - here
Name: F-Secure Anti-Virus
Version: 2012
License: Shareware
Languge: English, Multinational
Official Website: http://www.f-secure.com/en/web/home_global/home
Download: Official Program Page | Official HTTP Download (1MB) [Online installation]
Updated: 2012/5 by Webmaster
Description: Anti-Virus 2012 is must-have protection that ensures your computer's safety from viruses and spyware.This is what you get:
- Total protection against viruses and spyware
- Easy to install and use
- Instant Protection against new threats
Name: Kaspersky Antivirus 2013
Version: 2013 v13.0.0.337
License: Shareware
Languge: English, Multinational
Official Website: http://www.kaspersky.com/
Download: Official Program Page(register to download)
Updated: 2012/09/14 by Kenny
Description: Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 is the backbone of your PC's security system, delivering real-time protection from the latest malware and viruses. It works behind-the-scenes with intelligent scanning and small, frequent updates, while proactively protecting you from known and emerging Internet threats.
Main Features list:
- Real-time protection against viruses and spyware
- Scanning of websites and emails for malicious
- Protection for your digital identity at all times
- Vulnerability scan and treatment advice
- Easy-access Desktop gadget
Name: McAfee Antivirus Plus
Version: 2012
License: Shareware
Language: English, Multinational
Official Website: http://home.mcafee.com/Default.aspx
Download: Official Program Page | Offficial HTTP Download [Online installation] (4.08MB)
Updated: 2012/5 by Webmaster
Description: McAfree Antivirus Plus provides essential and effective protection against virus threats.It has the following main features:
- Complete Anti-virus, Anti-spyware, and Anti-malware
- Real-time McAfee Active Protection to help keep your computer secure.
- Two-way Firewall
- Safe Searching and Shopping
- Fast Start-Up and Scan Times
- Permanently destroy sensitive files to be sure they cannot be retrieved
- PC Tune-up
- Exclusive Anti-bot Protection (NEW)
- USB and Removable Drive Scan (NEW)
- Pre-install Scan (NEW)
Name: Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE)
Version: 4.0
License: Freeware
Languge: English, Multinational
Official Website: http://www.windows.microsoft.com/mse
Download: Official Program Page
Updated: 2012/5 by Webmaster
Description: Microsoft Security Essentials provides real-time protection for your home PC that guards against viruses, spyware, and other malicious software.
Microsoft Security Essentials is a free download from Microsoft that is simple to install, easy to use, and always kept up to date so you can be assured your PC is protected by the latest technology. It is perfect for home users seeking essential protection for their computers.
Microsoft Security Essentials runs quietly and efficiently in the background so that you are free to use your Windows-based PC the way you want - without interruptions or long computer wait times.
Name: Norton AntiVirus 2012
Version: 2012.19.1.13
License: Shareware
Languge: English, Multinational
Official Website: http://us.norton.com/antivirus/
Download: Official Program Page | Official HTTP Download [Eng] (98MB)
Updated: 2012/5 by Webmaster
Description: Norton Antivirus an extremely famous antivirus packed with lots of features. It provides protection against viruses, spyware and other malicious threats, such as Internet worm attacks. It also protects email. Norton Antivirus blocks viruses and spyware with advanced protection.This greatly helps protect your computer from virus attacks, spyware, and other security risks. The program works in the background so you can surf the Internet, read news, play games, and download software or music without disruption. It will also scans and cleans all email and instant messaging (IM) attachments, preventing you from receiving viruses, or spreading to others. With set-it and forget-it functionality, Norton AntiVirus checks for updates continuously and automatically blocks new and emerging threats from your system.
Name: Panda Antivirus Pro 2012
Version: 2012
License: Shareware
Languge: English, Multinational
Official Website: http://www.pandasecurity.com/
Download: Official Program Page | Official HTTP Download (69.4MB) [Trial]
Updated: 2012/5 by Webmaster
Description:
- Panda Antivirus Pro provides essential protection but is more than a simple antivirus. It offers the easiest-to-use and most intuitive protection for your computer. Just install it and forget about viruses, spyware, rootkits, hackers and online fraud.
- Chat, share photos and videos, bank and buy online, read your favorite blogs or surf the Web with total peace of mind and without interruptions.
- Thanks to the Collective Intelligence technology, this product is safer, faster and more complete than ever.
- Panda Security outperforms competitors' paid products in independent tests, leading in detection rate and scan speed. AV-Comparatives.org rated Panda Antivirus Pro as the fastest paid antivirus software.
Name: PC Tools AntiVirus Free
Version: 5.623 Build 3199
License: Freeware
Languge: English, Multinational
Official Website: http://www.pctools.com/
Download: Official Program Page | Cnet HTTP Download [free ver.] (4MB) (Online installation)
Updated: 2012/5 by Webmaster
Description: PC Tools AntiVirus Free Edition provides world-leading protection against viruses, worms and Trojans with rapid updates and IntelliGuard real-time virus scan and removal technology.
PC Tools AntiVirus' main features include the following:
- IntelliGuard protection against computer viruses and related malware threats
- Smart Updates to keep virus definitions and other feature enhancements up to date
- Customizable Scan Settings applicable to both PC Tools AntiVirus' on-demand file scan and real-time protection features
- Ability to quarantine and restore items that have been detected
- Logging of File Scans conducted by PC Tools AntiVirus
- Enhanced architecture providing enhanced infection removal capabilities for limited user accounts
Will's Tips
1. What is an antivirus program (AV-Software)
Antivirus program is software used to prevent, detect and remove malware, such as: computer viruses, adware, backdoors, malicious BHOs, dialers, fraudtools, hijackers, keyloggers, malicious LSPs, rootkits, spyware, trojan horses and worms. (Wikipedia)
2. What is the best antivirus program?
There are more and more antivirus programs out there - and many of them are free to use. In fact I did not see much differences comparing paid and free antivirus programs. I would recommend home users to choose avast! or MSE.