Preventing computer meltdown
A computer virus can be a major problem. Viruses can ruin your hard drive, corrupt your files and cause complete computer failure depending on the seriousness of the virus. Many anti-virus software packages are on the market. Some are free to download, and others have a fixed price. Setting up a virus protection when you first buy a computer is the best way to prevent it from viruses.
Spyware Doctor with Antivirus
The Spyware Doctor provides computer users with high-quality virus and spyware protection. Automatic protection safeguards computers from malware, which can attack the computer, destroying files and stealing information. This protection comes with a memory scanner and a behavior profiler as well as protection report cards to update users on potential attacks. It offers users a 100-percent-satisfaction, money-back guarantee, as well as free online support, frequent updates and protection against spyware, adware, Trojans, keyloggers and phishing scams. The basic features cost $10 to download with more components available at an additional cost. This program is not compatible with Mac computers.
pctools.com/spyware-doctor
Malware Bytes
Malware Bytes is an anti-spyware, virus-removal software. It is a small gig program that doesn't affect the speed of the computer. A freeware version of the program is available with limited components, but it will protect the computer from viral attacks. With the pro version, users have access to frequent updates, online support and real-time protection. The pro version is available for a one-time fee of $24.95. Both versions are compatible with Windows operating systems, neither are compatible with Macs.
malwarebytes.org
SUPER Anti-spyware
SUPER Anti-spyware is a malware removal tool that targets all kinds of computer attacks. Gain protection from viruses, worms, spyware, Trojans, malware and more. This program is free to download and easily installed. The features that come with the freeware are harmful software scanning, scheduled scanning, and spyware updates. Via the Super Anti-spyware, users can personalize their protection and configure the program to keep out the files they don't want. It is not compatible with Macs.
superantispyware.com
SmitFraudfix
SmitFraudfix is a program that removes rogue security programs from the user's computer, as well as all malware. SmitFraudfix targets MS Antispyware 2009, XP Police Anti-virus, IE-Security, IE Defender, Zlob Trojans and Smitfraud Trojans. It is a freeware program, and you can download it at no cost. It is not the most comprehensive spyware protection, but if the computer has a virus SmitFraudfix can handle, then it will work. If after you download and run the program, the computer still has a virus, you will need additional software. It is not compatible with Macs.
siri.geekstogo.com/smitfraudfix
Virus Barrier X6
Virus Barrier is the top anti-virus software available for Macintosh computers. It protects Mac users from viruses, worms, Trojans and malware. The designers continue to improve the software as new and more threatening viruses emerge for Mac computers. Receive a two-way firewall, anti-phishing protection, spam blockers, data protection and data backup. The program blocks malware before it can reach the user's computer and corrupt the files. The program costs $49.95 and protects up to two Macs.
secure.intego.com
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