HELP! what is the best antivirus program?

by dannyboy30

Posted: 14 years ago 21 replies

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Hi, i,m looking to get a new antivirus software and wanted to ask what you think is the best antivirus program around, I want something that doesn't slow the computer down too much and that doesn't keep popping up screens.

I know bitdefender and kaspersky are supposed to be quite good or am I better off with a free one line AVG?.

Danny

Johnny12345

14 years ago

what is the best antivirus program?

Anything but Norton.

I use Avast. It's good, but the newest version is very aggressive in checking for viruses. As a result, my computer sometimes lags slightly.

But I still think it's still very good... and very effective.

John

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glacey

14 years ago

Originally Posted by Johnny12345

I agree with John, at first i thought there was a problem elsewhere on my computer when it started to lag and take a lot longer time to boot up but the new free version is very thorough and I would rather wait a few extra seconds if it means keeping the viruses at bay.

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Robert Michael 14 years ago

Free Internet Security, Download Internet Security Software Suite - Comodo

^ Best free one you can find.

As for "anything but norton" - That used to be true, but not anymore.

Its actually come a VERY long way from what it used to be (when it was horrible)
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sanhacio 14 years ago

I would recommend you use Kaspersky.
I'm using it for ages and i'm very satisfied with it.
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KimW 14 years ago

I wouldn't put Norton on my PC if they paid me daily.
Norton was THE antivirus when Peter Norton owned it,but once they sold out to Symantec it went downhill fast and never got back up it.

Actually all those mentioned,even Norton would work if you are a careful user.
The best antivirus out there is Knowledge, and Caution and common sense in what you are doing.
A knowledgeable user can go years without getting a virus.
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JustinDupre 14 years ago

Have you tried Microsoft Security Essentials? I've been using it since it came out and have no issues with it yet. The best part is that its free.
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- Jubu 14 years ago
  
  Originally Posted by JustinDupre
  
  Have you tried Microsoft Security Essentials? I've been using it since it came out and have no issues with it yet. The best part is that its free.
  
  I use it too and haven't had a virus yet...knock on wood.
  
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  derekwong28 14 years ago
  
  I would say Nod25. All my computers were infected an extremely nasty Chinese virus once and only Kapersky and Nod25 could detect it. However, only Nod25 could eradicate it completely.
  
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- Abramm 13 years ago
  
  Originally Posted by JustinDupre
  
  Have you tried Microsoft Security Essentials? I've been using it since it came out and have no issues with it yet. The best part is that its free.
  
  yes i am using Microsoft Security Essentials and its really awesome. and yes it is free and light weight and do not disturb like other anti virus
  
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ameysaw 14 years ago

Why don't you give eScan ISS a shot. I have tried many but i am most satisfied with this.
It comes with a decent set of features that allow you to block unwanted websites, features an anti-spam engine and a built-in AntiSpam module. That apart, it also comes with Endpoint Security that allows you to block USB based devices. In addition you can also prevent certain applications from executing in the background. This is one feature that is currently overlooked by most products in the market. The product also comes with a Privacy Control feature that allows you to clean all internet related junk files either automatically or you could choose to execute it at a particular time period. The product also gives you the option to add your own 'files & folder' that would need to be cleaned
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Sumit Menon 14 years ago

I use ESET Smart Security. It's good. I haven't had a virus since. My friend uses Avast! with great success.

I don't think there's any best anti-virus - there's ones you like and ones I do.
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bradleywills 14 years ago

Kasper sky and norton are the best
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- kekka 14 years ago
  
  Give Spyware Terminator a go.
  
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YemTv 14 years ago

AVG and Avast both are good.
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ortonmax 14 years ago

I think Avast is best antivirus. It provides good security to it's user. It is good for both free and license version. You will never get virus in your PC if you use Avast antivirus in your PC.
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superpayouts 14 years ago

Kaspersky! Been using it for about 8 years and it never failed me!
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- Andrian 14 years ago
  
  Avast and Avg both are best antivirus programs. Avast even allow you to download free version from its official website.
  
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Roberta1 14 years ago

the best antivirus is NOD 32
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parihar7 13 years ago

Hello,

I am using Advanced System Protector. is an effective solution to find and remove malware infections present on your computer system.
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dragonlinux 13 years ago

Simply the best is Avast Antivirus. Help protecting my computers 2 years already
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Robert Montgomery 13 years ago

Kaspersky its bloody amazing
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