Avast! Free Antivirus::
Features :
A fairly simple interface from which you can scan your
computer, see statistics, update definitions, and more
Scans files, email, URLs, P2P programs, and more for malware
Automatic updates that happen as soon as the virus database
or program changes
A Windows gadget, browser cleanup tool, and other extra
components
Support for multiple languages
Avast is one of AV-Comparatives' top rated antivirus
programs, not just for its ability to catch malware but also for its low system
impact and general usability. Avast is one of the most effective free programs
out there, meaning that you get some pretty incredible bang for your buck when
it comes to protecting your computer. It isn't as easy to use as Microsoft Security
Essentials, but it's probably the second simplest free program out there, so it
hits a good sweet spot between protection and usability (and all for free).
Plus, it has a lot of advanced settings that power users will love to tweak,
though they can be hard to get through .
Where It
Falls Short
Avast may be simpler and lighter weight than most other
programs out there, but we'd be hard pressed to call it easy to use. Scanning
is a one-click affair, which is nice, but as soon as you enter its more
advanced options, there's a lot going on, so beginner users may still be a bit
confused as they try to root through it all. Avast also has a lot of extra
features we'd consider unnecessary, but as long as you go through the
"Custom" install you can pick and choose what you want (or just
choose "Minimal." The ads and attempted installation of Google Drive
hit a nerve as well, and the sounds it makes when it updates and scans are just
plain annoying. Thankfully, you can turn those off in the settings
The
Competition
Sadly, we've chosen to bump down our previous choice,
Microsoft Security Essentials (also known as Windows Defender in Windows 8), to
second string. MSE is still one of the best designed antivirus programs out
there, in our opinion—it's so easy to use, even the most tech-unsavvy person
could figure it out pretty quickly. However, while it was once considered
competitive with other offerings, most antivirus tests show that it has fallen
behind on its ability to detect viruses. It's great at removing them, but if it
only detects some of the malware out there, we don't feel comfortable
recommending it as our #1.
When it comes to free options, Avira is another pretty solid
option. AV-Comparatives found it to be the most effective free program out
there, though with a lower level of usability, not to mention some annoying ads
and popups. Bitdefender's free option is also good, and while it lacks any sort
of customization, it's a good set-it-and-forget it alternative.
AVG is another popular free program, but doesn't really beat
the others in any one category according to AV-Comparatives. Panda is fantastic
at removing malware, but is a bit less beginner-friendly than the others.
We think most free programs should be more than good enough,
but if you want the absolute best protection out there, you'll have to drop
some cash. Right, now Kaspersky and Bitdefender are the two highest-ranked paid
solutions at AV-Comparatives, while, Norton, F-Secure, and G Data also get high
marks from AV-Test.org. Again, we personally don't think they're necessary in a
home setting, especially if you use good browsing habits, but if you want to
protect yourself against every possible virus or theoretical piece of malware
you could get, they might be the way to go.
In the end, we recommend everyone use an antivirus program,
but the best way to avoid malware is to have good browsing practices (you know,
in case I haven't mentioned that enough). They're more effective than any
antivirus software out there, and they won't put any kind of drain on your
system resources, money, or stress level. Keep Windows and applications like
Flash updated, stop downloading questionable files, and just practice good
common sense. If you do, you'll probably have to deal with your antivirus
program very little
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