Please help me in choosing the best Anti Virus software for my Windows 7 laptop.
It should be best in Online security, virus resistance, trojan, spywares etc.
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Please help me in choosing the best Anti Virus software for my Windows 7 laptop.
It should be best in Online security, virus resistance, trojan, spywares etc.
Thats like asking what is the best car :).
There are many factors here.
Are you always connected to the internet?
If so, try www.cloudantivirus.com (I work for Panda so if you ahve any issues let me know).
However if you are looking for something that doesnt require 100% uptime on your internet connection I would suggest anything from Avira to Avast.
You can also use Spybot S&D , winpatrol and various other tools.
Give us some more information on your daily habits and I can advise you further.
I use a variety of tools. Ccleaner isn't necessarily considered an anti-malware tool, but it cleans out temp folders and other places that malicious files like to hide. I usually follow that up with Malware bytes anti-malware, in or out of safe mode depending on the state of the computer. Then I will use combofix and or spybot S&D. Granted most of this is after the initial infection is detected, as most of these products will do nothing to prevent an infection [with the exception of spybots immunize feature]. There is no one end all be all tool for preventing and detecting infections. They all have their pros and cons.
Windows Defender that comes with Windows 7 is OK. The malware cleaner that is downloaded with updates does a good job. OpenDNS is nice - keeps you from the bad sites automagically. But I find the best prevention of malware and viruses is a hammer.
Users can't infect their computers if they cant double click! Broken knuckles = no infections today!
OK, I'm gonna ignore my better judgment here, and try to actually answer this in an Honest Manner:
First off, let me just state here and now, that I totally agree with what has already been said about the fact that asking this question is sort of like asking what is the best Car..... I mean, you can't answer this in the usual "Use this" manner, because there are HUNDREDS of options, and each one has it's own merits and uses.
Now, with that said, let me TRY and take a stab at this:
First off, you said you wanted something that will do everything... That's....Ah who cares I'll just state some stuff and you can dig out what you want:
Now, although almost every Anti Virus Company on the Planet has moved away from the "just Anti Virus" method that they used to use before, and has started doing the whole "Internet Security Suit" that we see now, there's still an issue with this...
No ONE product is going to do everything you want perfectly. You REALLY should have multiple tools in place to do this right. Also, Norton Anti Virus, has a HUGE reputation for raping your Computer. Un-installing Norton Anti Virus, or Norton Internet Security, is sort of like trying to build a house with nothing more than a screw driver. You just aren't gonna do it.
I've read Horror stories from people where they had to actually go into the registry by hand and try to remove some of the **** left behind by Norton. Norton digs it's claws so far into your Computer that it's literally a form of Rape; You didn't ask for it, and it forced itself onto you, and when you try to forget it (Un-install it and delete it) you just can't.
So don't go with them.
McAfee is another huge company that makes multiple products to do this. Don't bother. You're going to pay through the ass for it, and, much like Norton, you're going to have system resources come to a crawl.
Your Computer will crawl like a red Neck in a free whiskey Bar.
Here is what I do, but, again, this may or may not work for you because my needs are NOT very high; I don't use Windows for very much, and when I do, I know what I'm doing:
I first off have AVG free installed. I downloaded the free version of AVG Anti Virus. I installed it, and I update it every day. That's what I use for the run of the mill crap.
I also downloaded and installed Spybot Search and Destroy. Not only does it get rid of the tracking cookies everyone sees these days, but it has an Immunization function I like. Basically, every time you update Spybot, you can close all your web browsers, and then, run Immunize. It'll first check what you have available, and then, what it can protect you against, and then, it will allow you to click on it again to actually run the Immunization function.
So, first off, I have a totally Free Anti Virus product installed. Then, I have Spybot Search and Destroy installed, and I use both. This not only keep my Browsers safe from known threats, but it also scans for crap.
I also have it set to watch Emails, even though I don't use this one much, because really, I don't trust Windows when it comes to Email, and I'm too picky about Email Clients, to the point that I rarely can find one I like.
Most of my Email, is done on Unix. Unix has WAY better Email Clients, and, of course, the chance of you seeing a virus on Unix is pretty small. You've got a better chance of seeing someone on the Jersey Shore say something intelligent.
There is NO one answer to this, but there ARE things you can do:
First off, keep your Laptop updated! Use Windows Update, and install all the Security Patches! I can't stress that enough. Also, remember that even if you have updates auto enabled, you should STILL check the Windows update tool every once in a while, because Windows Update only auto downloads and installs security patches.
The stuff that isn't security related, like bug fixes and so on, probably won't show up. The reason I'm not sure is that I have auto update turned off. It's annoying. But I run Windows update about once a week or so, and I download and install all the patches I want, and then, of course, I update AVG every day, and I update Spybot as well.
This is basically a good start, but don't pretend for even a second that you're gonna have a perfect solution in ONE program.
Good response gore but I have to ask ...
How do you even know about the shore , hiding something mate?Quote:
Most of my Email, is done on Unix. Unix has WAY better Email Clients, and, of course, the chance of you seeing a virus on Unix is pretty small. You've got a better chance of seeing someone on the Jersey Shore say something intelligent.
Edit: Your answer is not allowed to beg the question how I know ...
Thanks, I tried to make it as good as I could.
As for your question:
I'll skip over the borderline admission of you watching that **** hole TV show, and get to the point on how I know personally:
I was once forced into watching like 4 episodes of it. In a row. I contemplated jamming a spoon into my testicles, because if I'm gonna suffer like that it may as well be self inflicted. No, I didn't like it. And how these idiots make so much money being so ****ing stupid puzzles me.
haha, have a look for Comedy Central Roast with Trump. That other idiot from shore is in there, must watch!
I've seen it. I've been watching the Roasts for a LONG time, and when they had that jack ass on there I couldn't Believe it. I mean, he wasn't funny, he wasn't good, there was NO point in having him on there other than maybe having a living advertisement for Herpes or something.
With Windows 7 & 8 I use Windows Defender. I check for updates on bootup as it doesn't seem to be too clever in this department ;)
I have auto updates enabled on all my XP, Windows 7 and Windows 8 boxes, but select the download only option, as I have seen far too many screw-ups caused by the Windows update installer clashing with something else. You get a little icon in your system tray to tell you when they are ready. Also, set updates to get all Microsoft products.;)
I run Secunia PSI to check for security updates for both Windows and applications. This is important IMO as a lot of exploits are via the application interface rather than the OS.
I run File Hippo Updater to check for the latest versions of applications. Secunia only reports security patches or updates, and end-of-life products.
I shall have to check for it on another machine, but I do have a link to a site with the uninstallers for several security suites......that is, programs that tidy up the loose ends after you have run the application's uninstaller. You should be able to find the tools on the vendor's site as well.
EDIT:
Another product I forgot to mention is Belarc Advisor. Run it and scroll down to the bottom where it lists your Windows patches. If you see one with a red "X" next to it, it means that it didn't install properly, so probably won't work and is a definite candidate for systems insecurity. Microsoft don't detect all installation failures, especially where they have partially installed.
Very cool recommendation on Belarc Advisor, nihil. I hadn't heard of that one before. I have been using Secunia PSI, which seems to work pretty well.
i recommend malwarbytes from experience ,ive used it many times in safe mode on infected computers and its only failed to get one peice of malware out, i had a long talk with horse on this subject and i tend to agree that antivirus's are obsolete ,id recommend malwarebytes ,superantispyware ,belarc and secunia. that's been on unbeatable combination and think about it all these are free or free versions , that's pretty bad when free software out performs paid programs. i know this is a belated reply but i figured someone else with the same question might come across it i hope this helps ,and to clarify the reason i recommend those two anti malware software is they tend to complement eachtother and pick up what one or the other doesn't if anyone has questions box me on here
Its all a waste. Don't bother.
Turn UAC up a notch and use the guest account unless you actually need to install something.
If you don't have any antivirus program installed - download, and install ONE of these:
- Avast! free antivirus: http://www.avast.com...avast-home.html
- free Microsoft Security Essentials: http://windows.micro...rity-essentials
- free Comodo Antivirus: http://www.comodo.co...y/antivirus.php
Update it. Run a full scan.
Just in case:
Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware: http://www.malwarebytes.org/products/malwarebytes_free to your desktop.
(Malwarebytes is free to use as a manual scanner. Payment is only required if you wish to have it run and update automatically which is not necessary for our purposes)
* Double-click mbam-setup.exe and follow the prompts to install the program.
* At the end, be sure a checkmark is placed next to Update Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware and Launch Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware, then click Finish.
* If an update is found, it will download and install the latest version.
* Once the program has loaded, select Perform Quick Scan, then click Scan.
* When the scan is complete, click OK, then Show Results to view the results.
* Be sure that everything is checked, and click Remove Selected.
* When completed, a log will open in Notepad.
blue coat K-9 wed protection program ...its free and set up what sites are virus or malware packed can be blocked ...it helps too thxs for the birthday note !!!!
there are many antivirus are available in market and choose the best antivirus is difficult .Regarding antivirus ,antivirus have functionality provide secure environment and protecting unnecessary virus ,malware,spyware etc. and supporting the OS.
Win 7 own defender or AVG
The best anti malware solution is common sense....works with any anti malware/virus software. It's completely free and best part about it is that it comes pre installed on every human being. You just have to enable it. If you can not find it though Im sure Aaron Maxwell will tell you where to look :D
Ted-K nailed it, imo. Best AV is a re-install and pull your needed info back from an uninfected source. If you use an AV it's best done on the machine by a stand alone OS, or terminal with AV programs running in a pristine (read doesn't touch the actual system) environment.
There are a lot of antivirus software that exist is the present cybernetic world. You have to choose the right one by comparing the features to your laptop enhancements. Few antivirus Softwares includes Comodo, Avast, AVG, Kaspersky etc.
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There are many good antiviruses available, which can protect your window from virus. you may download avira or panda antivirus, both are good enough. you may select antivirus which suits to your laptop's compatibility.
Norton 360 v2 is the best. It is fast and barely effects the boot speed. You can buy it for like $60.00-$80.00. Email me, I have it for free. 3 yr unlimited computers. About 60mb. Also, if you want another anti-virus program, I have that as well.
Wow, mine is like trial. You can use it free but you have to buy it later on. Is Avira any good?
If you don't have any antivirus program installed - download, and install ONE of these:
- Avast! free antivirus: http://www.avast.com...avast-home.html
- free Microsoft Security Essentials: http://windows.micro...rity-essentials
- free Comodo Antivirus: http://www.comodo.co...y/antivirus.php
Update it. Run a full scan.
In addition to the list mentioned above I can recomend Nod32
I have Malwarebytes installed on the system and it's going very well, I blocked ports and both outgoing and incoming applications.
What do you think?
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I have used SUPERAnti Spyware for a while and never have problems, it is free also, aside from that which I manually run weekly I have have the free version of AVG running at all times on my systems, hope that helps.
Honestly, the best antivirus is to simply exercise one's common sense or not use Windows.
You can occasionally (once a week or so) run something like ComboFix, rkill or MBAM to look for any known virus signatures on your PC and remove them if needed, but the antivirus industry in general is a big arms race and security theater that always starts from the losing position.
These days there are almost no viruses as such; they are all the efforts of cybercriminals to gain access to your systems, and viruses are pretty low in the pecking order.
The game has turned professional folks, so traditional AV products are basically obsolete; they were to stop the amateurs.
:)
As malware attacks become more frequent, attention has begun to shift from viruses and spyware protection, to malware protection, and programs that have been specifically developed to combat malware. (Other preventive and recovery measures, such as backup and recovery methods, are mentioned in the computer virus article).
More reading on this subject and definitions.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malware
If you are look for free anti Malware software. you can try http://www.avira.com/en/downloads or http://www.techgenie.com/antivirusseo.
To put it very bluntly; most of this stuff does not protect you from current cybercrime.
The concept and stuff written for it belongs back in the last century!
ATM I install Avast! and Zone Alarm.................... they do a decent job, assuming the person between the chair and keyboard has a brain ;)
Hi there Aaron, how's it hangin fellah?
The young lady who updates my Avast! (free version) has a nice American accent...........hmmmmm, yeah, California.............. say no more? :D
My real bitch is that most of these products are just snake oil these days, they don't protect you from much, and cripple your resources.
Life has changed, and people do not write viruses as such..............I think that it is all cyber crime fraud these days?
Cheers,
Johnno
Gdata. I've been using Windows my whole life, and since a few months i've baught an iMac. We both felt truely in love. But to keep this love safe, I bought Gdata for Mac:
Brilliant! Greetings, D
@ Vdieter,
Most people on this site would have more intelligence than to buy an Apple product...........we are PROFESSIONALS after all?
Because they have their OSX operating system, they are less targeted than Windows, but please do not delude yourself that they are less vulnerable.
Everything is made in China these days, and all Applecrap is a US marketing outfit..............I can build 5X better for a half the price.
Just look at Apple...............sue, sue,sue.................that's a company with no prospects.......
And I have deleted your spamming links :)
Heck, I use win 7 and have 8 GB USB 3.0 flash drives with Linux Lite, Zorin OS7 and the like on them.
Apple OS is just a version of a hacked Linux operating system.