The Safest Free Internet security Software Products Available for Your Computer

The discussion goes back and forth as to whether or not antivirus or firewall software are more important. In terms of what you require to add to your system many PC users will find that in a real world setting their choice of internet security software is the most significant. The reason for this is that numerous systems are already protected to some kind of degree from remote intrusions by routers that have commanding firewall features and additionally Windows XP and Vista have limited firewall capabilities built in. For those systems that are not behind a firewall router or are without the firewall element of Vista or XP then adding a antivirus firewall is just as significant as adding a good antivirus application.

Before you buy antivirus software please realise that there are a large number of exceptionally good free software programs available from a array of sources. When considering free internet security software be sure it is as good as a paid program or look elsewhere, because free does not have to mean low quality or restricted features as you will see from the subsequent selections.

Comodo AntiVirus (Comodo) - This illustrious free antivirus application can eliminates spyware, trojans and even worms from both desktops along with networks. It offers constant protection with on-access scanning running in real-time. A powerful characteristic is the proactive heuristic scrutiny that can even intercept unknown threats. Updates of virus definitions are supplied automatically on a daily basis. Any suspicious files it identifies are isolated in quarantine thereby preventing infection. This antivirus software is very easy to install and use. We have used this on all of our test systems and currently use it on a number of our computers! >> Windows XP(SP2) / 2000(SP4)

PC Tools AntiVirus Free Edition (PC Tools) - This is a new free antivirus application from PC Tools. It can detect, quarantine, disinfect and destroy viruses, worms and trojans. This free edition even includes real-time protection and comprehensive operating system screening to keep your computer system running safe and virus free. >> Windows Vista / XP / 2000

McAfee Security Center (AOL/McAfee) - This free product is offered free by AOL. You need to complete a free registration to get this product but the few minutes spent are well worth it. This is a multi purpose suite that includes antivirus, firewall and antispyware components. >> Windows Vista / XP / 2000

AVG Anti Virus Version 7.5 Free Edition (Grisoft) - Download the new version 7.5 of this top gratis antivirus product. This new version has an superior virus detection engine based on more exact heuristics and NTFS data stream scanning. It also has a smaller installation 'footprint' and an improved user interface. >> Windows Vista / XP(SP2) / 2000(SP4) / NT(SP6a) / ME / 98SE

avast! 4 Antivirus Free Home Edition (Alwil) - This software program is available free for home users. It is a broad antivirus solution and will inevitably do a great job protecting your PC from viruses. This newest version features better detection levels, together with higher performance. You can expect 100% detection of 'In-the-Wild' viruses (viruses already spreading between users) and even excellent detection of trojan horses. >> Windows Vista / XP / 2000 / NT(SP4) / ME / 98 / 95

AntiVir PersonalEdition (Avira) - Use this antispyware download free! It can reliably protects your private PC against dangerous viruses, worms, Trojans and costly dialers. This program uses very few PC resources so is especially good for older computers. AntiVir can run in Windows Safe Mode so can be helpful if you are unable to get Windows to boot! >> Windows Vista / XP / 2000 / ME / 98