I just got my computer and i really don't want to spend any money for a fancy virus protector so is there one out there on the internet i can download?

also feel free to suggest any other programs that would help keep my computer safe. thanks

Hi

We recommend AVG antivirus but there are other good free antivirus programs, for the est help within this forum avg is your best bet.

IT is also a good idea to download hijack this and keep it for a rainy day if you do get a virus you will need removal tools like this and sometimes you may not have access to the internet.

Antivirus programs are only as helpful as their virus signature records. Since it’s not possible for one company to locate and break down every latest virus that emerges. Antivirus companies collaborate with one another. The moment one antivirus company creates a new discovery; it distributes the information with its competitors. This arrangement facilitates all antivirus companies keep their programs up to date.

Since no antivirus software can detect 100% of all viruses, it’s good to run two antivirus programs at a time. But that can get costly. Here’s a cheaper option.

Avira Antivirus www.Free-av.com
Avast Antivirus www.avast.com
AVG Antivirus www.grisoft.com

Running multiple Anti-virus scanners can cause some conflicts, nothing major.. Just saying, I personally believe ESET NoD32 is one of the best Anti-Virus scanners out. Not free, but it offers a 30 day trial based on emails. So figure the rest out to use it over its trial.

I found a website that might help you decide which one is the best antivirus software for you. Actually there you can find the top ten best rated antivirus software and their reviews. You can read the reviews make some comparisons and it won't be difficult to decide which one is the best for you.