One of the common questions I get is how do I install that free virus software. The next question I always hear is can I have more than on virus program installed. Another popular question asked is what is the best free virus software. If you don't feel comfortable trying to remove a virus program and install a different virus program, go to a professional and have them do the uninstalling of the software and install the new virus software.
How To Install Avast AntiVirus Free for PC - Windows 7 - windows 8, XP
by Angelo r.
There are quite a few different free virus protection software programs out there. Usually you will see three main free virus protection software programs. The first one that has generally been on top is free Avast. I use it on my computers and it works very good. You can set a schedule when you want it to run. It will come up with a message to indicate that the virus protection has been updated. Also if there is a new version update for the software it will pop up a message near the time that the update can be downloaded and installed. Some of the virus programs will indicate when they are about to expire, so you can download and install the new version or just do the registration. With free versions you may not have the tech support as in the paid version. There may be some other differences in various features.
The second virus program I like and usually comes in near Free Avast is Free AVG antivirus software. It tends to fight with Free Avast for first place. Free AVG does a nice job. I have seen it on many computers and it has stopped a lot if viruses. It does have some pop up messages, but they can be stopped by settings. This can also be done for Free Avast. Once again AVG does have a paid version called Internet Security and it does a good job. With free AVG you will have to be aware of updates when a new versions comes out. You will have to install it your self.
My third choice in the free category of virus protection software programs in Free Microsoft Security Essentials. This what gets installed by default on windows 8 and 8.1 computers. It is less intrusive then the first two programs. It does not pop up with any messages unless it catches or stops a virus. Honestly I have not always heard good things about this software. I myself have not had any problems with the program. I did read once that the only reason windows 8 comes with it preinstalled is because Microsoft did not want any new desktops or laptops having no virus protection off the shelf. I do believe that this is a good idea especially with all the viruses going around the internet.
Some other free Antivirus Programs I have seen, but not used as much are Avira, Bit Defender, Zone Alarm, Panda Cloud Antivirus and Adaware Antivirus software. No matter which Antivirus program you choose only have one Antivirus Program Installed. Two programs installed will fight each other and slow the computer down.
Thank You for reading and stay safe.
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