[parkwhf]

Hi TSG Forums

I was just wondering which anti-virus programs you would recommend. I know there are a lot out there but are there any free anti-virus/spyware scanners and firewalls that I should preferably get?

Thanks.

[Support4U]

Avg 08 if you are asking for free software

[jmw3]

Free Antivirus:
1) Antivir PersonalEdition Classic- Free anti-virus software for Windows. Detects and removes more than 50,000 viruses. Free support.
2) avast! 4 Home Edition - Anti-virus program for Windows. The home edition is freeware for noncommercial users.
3) AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition - Free edition of the AVG anti-virus program for Windows.

Free Firewalls:
1)Webroot Desktop Firewall (Registration is needed to download the firewall)
2)PC Tools Firewall Plus
3)Netchina S3 2008
4)ZoneAlarm (uncheck ZoneAlarm Spy Blocker during installation if you choose this one)

[1002richards]

Hi,

This link is from Security here at TSG

http://forums.techguy.org/general-security/603629-security-help-tools.html


Also,well written reviews of free security (and other) progs at this independent site:
http://www.techsupportalert.com/pc/security-tools.html

Written in ways that help you choose what may suit your experience and needs.

Richard