Types of Anti-Virus Software

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August 17,2012
With our knowledge of the destructive effects of computer viruses, employing the services of a trusted anti-virus sofware will be worthwhile and worth searching for. There are many types of anti-virus software there in the market, but we shall be describing ten of the most prominent ones. Prominent in the sense that they have been tested and validated over the years by users and reputable experts representing various schools and spectrum in advanced Information and communication Technology.

1. AVG Anti-Virus
This one of the most reliable anti-virus and a front-liner in the market. It can be obtained for free. It has a comprehensive coverage as it is both anti-virus and anti-spyware. Unlike previously, AVG 2012 version comes with a firewall against any attempt to destroy the internal security of a system by saboteurs or hackers. It has been validated that this version is faster and Can be downloaded and ready for use in a about five minutes. Also Incorporated with it is a free internet security. Upgrading for a paid version will yield greater result.

2. Norton Anti-Virus
This has proven to be the World most trusted anti-virus. Its virus and malware detection and removal is not common place. It has the facility to automatically scan a system every week using symantic security technologies. In the process it deletes any virus detected. This replaces the traditional method of scanning manually. It has a free and paid version. Norton 2012 version is fortified further with a higher internet security features and a less than two minutes download and ready to use time.

3. Mc Afee Anti-Virus
Mc Afee is known as one of the most popular anti-virus. Its peculiarity is such that it offers all encompassing ant-virus coverage for viruses and spyware with a very strong internet security feature. Although it has a free version, it is advisable to subscribe to the paid version in order to gain access to the periodic updates. It has a proven highly optimised virtual environment security.

4. Bitdefender Anti-Virus
The 2013 version of this anti-virus software could be said to be the most comprehensive one ever because of its peculiar features such as firewall, parental control, protection against internet security threats, anti-spam, antispyware, and device anti-theft protection suites .It uphold the system internal security and block unwanted traffic. It is rated as one of the top five anti-virus software in the market and the 2011 winner of the ‘Editor’s of choice’ award from PC MAG.

5. Kasperskey Anti-Virus
This anti-virus software provides a very comprehensive anti-virus protection against viruses, Trojan horses and spyware. It maximises PC security and enhances optimum performance. It has a proactive detection of unknown malware with high internet security features. It has a schedule automated data backup thereby protecting very sensitive files that would have been deleted. The 2012 version also has remote parental control feature to checkmate kids’ online experience.

6 Avira Anti-Virus
Avira anti-virus is a tested and proven anti-virus with high anti-phishing and privacy protection. It is very good for those who browse the internet often as its online security is unbreakable by internet hackers. In addition it renders automatic scan on schedule with all the features of prompt assessment of all files downloaded or uploaded for viruses, worms and Trojan horses detection and destruction. It’s able to achieve this through its highly acclaimed webguard suit. Avira Antivir 2012 edition (personal Edition) can be downloaded for free-user friendly. For greater features you may need to opt for a paid version.

7. ESET NOD32 Anti-Virus 5
This is also a highly recognised anti-virus with a comprehensive coverage against viruses, worms, Trojans, Rootkits and other malicious software. It offers both online and offline security against any possible threat on a computer system. It has high proactive protection with speedy identification of even virus that is yet to be formally identified. It has a good recommendation for those who use their PC for games downloading and playing as it has high propensity to suspend pop-up notifications and scheduled task scanning while the game is being played. It does this without stepping your way. ESET NOD32 Anti-virus has a free trial and a paid version.

8. Trend Micro Anti-Virus
Trend Micro anti-virus is known for its high tactics in detecting and removal of highly sophisticated viruses, malware and spyware with its online and offline advanced internet security technologies. It renders protection against identity theft and other malicious invasion of individual or corporate privacy. It offers full system and custom scan options which help focusing on critical threat areas thereby reducing average time spent. Trend Micro Anti-virus is amenable to any latest development with respect to PC malicious software threats and security with its referencing threat intelligence in the cloud in alliance with global intelligence network which is able to deliver the latest protection. It renders free trial and a paid version.

9. Panda Anti-virus Pro
This is a name that is beginning to gain prominence in the sphere of PC anti-virus online security among rivals. Its coverage is holistic as per its fight against viruses, worms and malware. Despite of its advanced collective intelligence technology in the fight against malicious software, it is highly user friendly. Panda Anti-virus 2012 occupies lesser space as the data base of its software is in the cloud. This is what enhances its prompt response when a new threat is discovered, in a matter of seconds their clients worldwide are protected.

10. Avast Anti-Virus
Avast anti-virus is a household name with reference to various archival report indicating high success story in the fight against computer and internet security threats. Avast anti-virus 2012 edition has improved and unique features among free software solutions. It has improved automatic sandbox updates for latest definitions instead of going the traditional way. Suspicious programs and files are quarantined and kept inside the sandbox until thorough investigation is carried out with recommendations on how to treat such programs in the future. Offers a safe zone for browsing the internet as this is the most potent avenue for virus invasion. It has a trial and a paid version.

11. Defend PRO Anti-Virus
Defend PRO is one of the top ten award winning anti-virus Vendors. It offers one of the most advanced technology in protection against viruses and malware. It has the facility of keeping ones identity online secret from predators and malicious malware designers. The prompt response of its support team 7 days a week on any query relative to quality services rendered, makes them more outstanding than equals.

It is advisable to visit the websites of these anti-virus vendors for detailed information on the packages they offer and perhaps their online information desk.The type of anti-virus software one uses matters, I think these above mentioned vendors have proven themselves worthwhile over the years.

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