We found AVG Antivirus to be arguably the most configurable free antivirus software on the market. Some percentage of users might get confused by the plethora of choices available, but the "default" button is often there to help (although it would be better if it was available in every configuration window).
During the installation we were presented with multiple options again - but, as the default settings were set right, the installation went nice and smoothly.
The program opens in the"Test Center" mode where you can perform scans along with other usual tasks. The "Control Center" button opens a separate window with extensive configuration options. "Rescue Disk" is another useful feature; it creates a backup copy of system areas (boot sector, MBR) and copies the DOS version of AVG virus scanner to floppies. Unfortunately, there was no option to create a rescue CD. The floppies weren't bootable, so we had to prepare our own boot disk. You may want to try a free antivirus disk creation utility - AVDisk - that creates its own set of bootable rescue disks (AVDisk supports free AVG along with other major antiviruses).
Rabu, 29 Agustus 2007
Avira AntiVir Personal Edition
Since our review of the previous version of Avira antivirus the good thing only got better. The installation was a breeze - quick and simple. The user interface is improved - it is now very intuitive and easy to use. The configuration screen presents all available options in a logical and uncluttered way, also allowing you to switch to the expert mode.
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AOL Active Virus Shield (Kaspersky Antivirus)
This free antivirus software is based on one of the best paid programs - Kaspersky Antivirus version 6, and offers the excellent detection rates and update frequency that can be expected from Kaspersky.
AOL do not specify whether the product is time-limited. However, the initial expiration date in the program license info is set at one year from the date of installation.
Before downloading AOL Active Virus Shield we were required to submit an e-mail address to which our license key can be sent. As usual, it is a good practice not to disclose your primary e-mail address for this purpose, but use a free webmail account with good spam filters (such as Gmail).
We did not experience any problems while installing AOL Active Virus Shield on Windows XP. However, when we attempted to install the program on older systems (Windows 2000), there were some problems.
Norton AntiVirus 2005 Special Edition
The following features are available:
* Real time protection (computer viruses, worms, trojan horses, spyware, adware),
* E-mail protection,
* Instant messenger (MSN, AOL, Yahoo) protection,
* Auto updater,
* Quarantine for the detected viruses and suspicious files.
The initial download file (Google Updater) was very small as it was the installer part only. Google Updater downloaded and auto installed all necessary software quickly and painlessly. We were allowed to choose what software packages needed to be installed. Please note that if you have a firewall, you will need to let Google Updater through it.
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McAfee Internet Security Suite 2007
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New Internet Security Suite automatically cleans viruses, repels hackers with a secure firewall, blocks spyware when it tries to load, detects spam and credit-card phishing scams, warns of dangerous Web sites, guards children online and backs-up irreplaceable photos, music and downloads. At the heart of McAfee's always-on, always-up-to-date protection is an integrated, easy-to-use SecurityCenter console, which controls everything at a glance. Daily updates, fast one-click fixes, color-coded alerts, Stealth Mode, SystemGuards, Network Manager, and PC health tools work hand in hand to fortify your defense against today's complicated, multi-threat attacks. Also includes McAfee SiteAdvisor safe surfing protection.
New Internet Security Suite automatically cleans viruses, repels hackers with a secure firewall, blocks spyware when it tries to load, detects spam and credit-card phishing scams, warns of dangerous Web sites, guards children online and backs-up irreplaceable photos, music and downloads. At the heart of McAfee's always-on, always-up-to-date protection is an integrated, easy-to-use SecurityCenter console, which controls everything at a glance. Daily updates, fast one-click fixes, color-coded alerts, Stealth Mode, SystemGuards, Network Manager, and PC health tools work hand in hand to fortify your defense against today's complicated, multi-threat attacks. Also includes McAfee SiteAdvisor safe surfing protection.
McAfee VirusScan Plus 2007
http://www.download.com/3001-2239_4-10582866.html
New VirusScan Plus combines trusted 3-in-1 protection--anti-virus, anti-spyware, and firewall into a single, always-on, always up-to-date service to guard your hard drive, digital photos, music files, financial records, privacy, and Web browsing. VirusScan Plus automatically looks for known and unknown threats in e-mail, downloads, IM, and media. If problems are found, it immediately attempts to clean, quarantine, or delete infections with minimal interruption to your work. Meanwhile pro-active spyware blocking and firewall protection help stop dangerous programs like key-loggers from trying to launch on your system and hackers from invading your PC. Also includes McAfee SiteAdvisor safe surfing protection.
New VirusScan Plus combines trusted 3-in-1 protection--anti-virus, anti-spyware, and firewall into a single, always-on, always up-to-date service to guard your hard drive, digital photos, music files, financial records, privacy, and Web browsing. VirusScan Plus automatically looks for known and unknown threats in e-mail, downloads, IM, and media. If problems are found, it immediately attempts to clean, quarantine, or delete infections with minimal interruption to your work. Meanwhile pro-active spyware blocking and firewall protection help stop dangerous programs like key-loggers from trying to launch on your system and hackers from invading your PC. Also includes McAfee SiteAdvisor safe surfing protection.
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