which is the best antivirus?
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It depends on the market...\nIf you go for a paid anti-virus it might be better and if you go for a free one it can be as good as the paid one..\nI use AVG Anti Virus the free version of it which stops most viruses because of the regular update and its very user friendly..The other paid Anti virus are slow and slows your computer down a lot and you have to pay for it but you can geta  free trial if you want.
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I also have Trend Micro and it's very good for Antivirus.  I suggest Adware, Spybot or Microsoft's Antispyware.  Try the link below to PCWorl.com where you can choose which one you wan to use.
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According to PCWorld.com, BitDefender 9 is the best.  Norton is number 5 and it's a huge memory hog.  McAfee is #2, which can also be a memory hog.
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Norton  Antivirus is the best......
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KasperSky Antivirus is the Best But i Prefer that u Purchase a Classic " Norton Anti-Virus "
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Free and reliable antivirus programs are: \n\nMicrosoft Windows Defender  http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security...\n\nAVG FREE at http://free.grisoft.com \n\nOnce you download/install the programs, be sure to UPDATE! This ensurees that you have the very latest protection, not just the latest as of the day it was archived! \n\nAlso, for best results, pick up some free spyware removal programs:  \n\nSpybot Search and Destroy http://www.safer-networking.org\n\nAdaware SE Personal http://www.lavasoft.de/software/adaware\n\nAgain, remember to update before using for the most protection.  In fact, set your programs to automatic update, or remember to update them regularly.
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It depends upon your needs and perspective. Here is a list of the anti virus programs that I have used:\n\n1. Norton Antivirus\n2. Bit Defender\n3. McAfee Antivirus\n4. AVG Antivirus Free\n\nNow, if you don't want to spend any bucks and still want to get antivirus protection, then I suggest you go with AVG which you can download from www.grisoft.com \n\nIf you prefer to use paid antivirus protection (I highly suggest this), then I recommend you go with Norton Antivirus.\n\nNorton Antivirus is extremely user friendly and cathces most of the virus. But test reports show that BitDefender can catch more infections than Norton, but it is not very user friendly. I am currently using BitDefender. \n\nSo there you go. You have to choose between Norton or BitDefender.\n\nHere are some useful links:\n\nNorton Antivirus Review: http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=ie7&rls=com.microsoft:en-US&ie=utf8&oe=utf8&q=Norton+Antivirus+Review\nBitDefender Review: http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=ie7&rls=com.microsoft:en-US&ie=utf8&oe=utf8&q=bitdefender+review\n\nYou might also be interested in:\n\nhttp://www.gamersworldbd.com\nhttp://groups.yahoo.com/group/gamers-world_bd/\nhttp://gamersworldbd.blogspot.com\nhttp://exchangestation.gamersworldbd.com
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avg seems to be poplual free program but its protection and removal isnt the best.\nin fact it doesnt remove some and its detection is lacking.\ngood perhaps if your carefull on what and where you go online.\nbut the best is norton or mcafee.\nthey may have there drawbacks but i would rather know i'm protected than to be sorry later
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Avast is the best currently.\nYou can get it here:\nhttp://www.avast.com/\n\n(Avast (Home edition(free)) is the only anti virus which on my PC has tracked every single virus. I tried norton (many times it failed especially when the virus was on a pendrive(usb v1.1 @ 124 kb/s) (it usually ended up locking my system despite its high system specs)  ,macafee (Slowed the startup and boot up times), avg (took too long to startup and at times failed to update unless the system was restarted )\nEdit : Avast also support Vista and soon will support x64)
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AntiVir will most likely work fine. However, as with most antivirus software, it is best used in conjunction with others, as nothing will catch all virii.\n\nAn excellent free AV program is AVG, available here: http://www.grisoft.com/doc/1\n\nIt has gotten many good reviews, has been out quite a while, and is FREE.
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McAfee is the best. It automaticaly updates itself when ever the update is available on the internet. It means that ur always safe from all new viruses too.
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The list of anti-virus proggie grow every day.  New companies are getting into the internet security business, all claiming to be better than one another.  I repair PCs for a living, and I deal with virii and spyware on a daily basis.  It is a big help to me to be able to have programs at my fingertips that will help me get the job done.  The top 4 names are:\nNorton\nMcAfee\nAVG\nAvast!\n\nHere's how they break down, in my experience:\nNorton-  This is an okay product if you have a very powerful computer.  It's removal ability is great, but it sometimes lets things slip by unnoticed.  Very slow in safe mode, which is the ideal way of removing an infection that is already on the computer.  There is a cost for the license.\n\nMcAfee-  This product is average in every way.  Nothing outstanding about it, but it is still better than Norton...barely.  Again, tough to run in safe mode.  Uses a lot of resources.  There is a fee for renewing the agreement.\n\nAvast!-  has a free edition.  It is one of the better suites availible for free.  The pro edition is well rounded and very trustworthy.  Runs pretty well in safe mode.  Great detection, and removal.  The pro edition has a license fee, but it is actually worth paying for.  Maybe the 2nd best in the PC world.\n\nAVG- The free edition of AVG is the number one anti-virus program in the world for one reason alone:  IT WORKS!!!  It is the easiest to operate, the fastest, most thorough and works as well in safe mode as it does in active mode.  The updates are free forever.  There is also a pro edition which put a few more excellent tools at your fingertips.  There is a cost for pro, but like Avast, it is well worth every dime you spend.  \n\nThere you have it.  But, a few points to ponder before I go:  Any anti-virus software will be dramatically improved by your surfing habits.  Things like not allowing active script to run, accomplished in Internet Options>advanced.  Always type in the addresses in your browser instead of clicking links in your email.  Watch where you surf, and how you download from Peer-to-Peer networks like Gnutella.  I would suggest as your first move to switch your browser to Mozilla Firefox.  I have NEVER contracted a virus while surfing since switching to Firefox, and neither has anyone that I have switched to it from the "Big Blue E".  Good luck, and happy surfing!
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Personally, I prefer the Avast Antivirus. Out of the many products available, it puts one of the smallest drains on system resources (It slows you computer down the least). There is a free version available, and the only valuable feature it lacks is an option to schedule a recurring scan.\n\nI also use Zone Alarm firewall. It also has a free option, but you can upgrade to pro to enable advanced options and Anti-Spyware proteciton.\n\nLook at these products for anti spyware (All have free versions): Adaware, Spybot Search & Destroy and Microsoft Windows Defender.
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I prefer AVG Anti-Virus (from www.grisoft.com). It seems pretty reliable, has a pretty decent 'out of the box' installation and, for individuals, is free. They have a variety of products for Windows & Linux in workstations and in server installs. >Even a free one, but you have to hunt for it.>\nFrom my experiences between AVG, McAfee & Norton, AVG has the least impact on running on your system.\n**DO NOT FORGET**\nSecurity needs to be a multi-level install of protection since viruses & spyware seldom uses the same attack methods.\nGoto someonewhocares (link below) to get yourself a HOSTS file. The directions of where to put it are in the file. It is a mega-handy file to keep updated on your system.\nI also prefer Spybot for my anti-spyware defense. \n\nNOTE: This is all FREE! WooHoo!
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I found EZ Antivirus the best. Why? because it even scans for worms and it doesn't make the computer slow and you can have a trial version of 1 year. After that you can decide if you want to buy. Good luck. :)
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Best antivirus (free ver): Grisoft AVG\n               (paid ver): Symantec (Norton) AntiVirus\n\nBest firewall (free ver):  Zone Alarm\n              (paid ver):  Zone Alarm Pro\n\nBest antispyware(free ver): Microsoft Defender (Beta 2)\n                (paid ver): Webroot Spysweeper 4.5
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My personal favorite is Zonelabs ZoneAlarm Pro.. but just get the firewall pro.. they have different versions that come with antivirus and antispyware programs... but just the Firewall is all you really want from them.