A Selection of Free Computer Security Solutions

Trojans, Viruses, Spyware, malware, spam are synonym with computer users worldwide especially to those who frequent the internet. How much do they cost? They can cost us hundreds of dollars when purchased together as a potent computer security package.

It is a normal practice as 1 security solution may not be adequate to prevent, control & neutralize the threats. We usually require a combination of Antivirus, Anti spyware, & Firewall programs to make our computers safe.

So how do we cut our computer security costs? You may want to consider an alternative before you start shopping for the newest & relatively expensive computer security software. We can get the free computer security solutions!

Anti Virus

Let us look at AVG Antivirus Free Edition (http://free.grisoft.com). It features regular virus signature updates and adequate protection against viruses with the ability to quarantine and destroy detected viruses. However, the software tends to slow the computer dramatically during scanning. Additionally, the 7.1 free edition will be discontinued after the 18th February 2007 & replaced by a more updated 7.5 free edition version.

The fans of open source softwares may want to get Clamwin (http://www.clamwin.com). The software has most function of most commercial antivirus packages namely scan all types of drives, quarantine and delete infected files. Furthermore, it's very simple interface and straight forward usage will not burden the computers resources.

Next is the award winning Antivirus by various reviewers, AntiVir Personal Edition (www.free-av.com). The program boasts heuristic detection to detect previously unknown viruses. Another claimed feature is that it does not degrade the performance of our computers even the older ones. The user base of more than 15 million people and the ability to detect over 80,000 viruses proves it to be a popular choice.