A computer is a costly purchase, so it makes sense for you to protect it as
best you can.
PC virus protection software can be expensive to buy, so wouldn't it be nice to
get some for free?
Well, actually, you can !!
There are a couple of good quality virus protection programs produced as freeware by
established reputable companies for private, non-commercial, single home
computer use, so if that applies to you, then you are in for a treat.
A virus is a small program which can be contained in any type of
executable file which downloads onto your PC and are designed to spread
from one computer to another. A virus could use your email program to infect
other computers or in extreme cases corrupt your data and wipe out your hard
drive.
They are often spread by attachments in an email which is why it is
vital you never open an attachment unless you know who it is from, and even then
it is best to scan it before downloading.
Good antivirus software will automatically examine all incoming files and
alert you to any problems before they occur. Since new virus threats are
appearing every day, it is very important to keep your antivirus software updated at all times.
Free stuff for home computers means you can download free antivirus - both AVG Free Edition or
avast! Home Edition are excellent free antivirus software packages.
To avoid conflicts, it is not advisable to have more than one antivirus on your
PC.
Download the
AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition
Free virus protection also against worms and Trojans, AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition from Grisoft is ideal for private, non-commercial use. (Use of AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition within any organization or for commercial purposes is strictly prohibited.) This freeware
anti virus edition is easy to use, and includes free monthly updates.
Companies can order
Free TrendMicro Anti-Virus CD
TrendMicro's Free CD contains evaluation versions of all Trend's virus protection products, from the desktop PCs to LAN servers to groupware and mail systems to the Internet gateway. Trend's
free anti virus CD is available
Internationally for corporate users only.
Free antivirus - avast! 4 Home Edition
avast! Home Edition anti virus is now free of charge for home users for non-commercial use.
Initially, if you don't register straight away, you'll install the trial version, which is fully functional for
60 days. During this period, you can register yourself on the avast! 4 Home Free Registration page, and you will receive a license key by E-mail within 24 hours. Insert this key into the avast! 4 Home product, and you will receive the non- restricted version of avast! 4 Home Edition, including access to the update service, for one year. After this period, re-register to obtain a new free license key.
