PC Internet Security: Think Free AVG Anti-Virus

As most PC owners know Internet security is a big deal. In fact, the security of your data and personal information has become a primary concern. The new PCs come with various trial security programs. The laptop I purchased within the last year came with a 90 day trial version of Norton Anti-Virus and Spy ware program. The problem is what to do when the trial version expires. Try the free AVG Internet security version.

Interestingly, when you purchase your new PC, most sellers will tell you in no uncertain terms that an Internet security program is essential. That's true, but what about the lesser known Internet security companies. The big guy on the block, Symantec's Norton Anti-Virus, Anti-Spy ware and other security features are outstanding. The program does what is says it will do. It does protect your computer from intrusions. It has alerts, a good fire wall, and the user does not have to do anything to get routine updates. It was installed on my new lap top and you can't say a bad thing about it.

The other big guy on the block is McAfee Internet Security. Currently, McAfee is offering an 8 in 1 security suite. The range of protection goes from viruses, spy ware, firewalls, hackers, and prevents e-mail spam. In addition, it provides a child protection function. The McAfee suite appears to do about everything a PC owners would look for in a security program. There is an on-line offer that provides a discount that would result in the cost of the McAfee 8 in 1 for less than $40. Granted, the offer has some restrictions and the discount does involve a partial mail in rebate. I cannot find anything from any user that disputes the overall value of McAfee.

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Based on the recommendation of a PC technician I checked out the AVG security programs. If you have purchased a computer from a company with a technical support division, this is a great source of information. The Tech told me in no uncertain terms that he would not bother paying for the full security version from the one that was installed on my computer. Oddly, the salesman never mentioned the free AVG security version.