We use Viper and are very pleased with it.
Linux Mint with the Cinnamon desktop. I know, it’s a snarky answer, but it’s the best solution if you’re not wedded to a windows-only app.
ESET Nod32 + Malwarebytes since 2010 = 0 problems & peace of mind
Try commodo, it’s free and never failed me. My IT guys suggest a multi tiered defense, so malware is also recommended
I use Avast (free version) on a number of PCs, and standard Windows Defender / Security Essentials on others. Avast is guilty of “feature creep”, as they keep adding more and more crap (overhead) to the program, in many instances duplicating features that exist in CCleaner. As I move PC’s over to Win10, I’m just letting the built-in Microsoft stuff do its thing, and then run the occasional sweep with Malwarebytes and CCleaner.
Personally, I always thought and still do, that Linux was by far the best Anti-Virus Software
Security Essentials seems to work pretty well... and it is free.
My experience with the major offerings is that they do way too much and they have too much overhead. I really don’t want to have the software tune my system for performance. I just want virus protection!
I use AVAST, the free version (anti virus only) and I’ve never had an issue. It runs silently in the background and doesn’t bother me much at all. You need an email to register the free version, and once a year they will try and get you to upgrade with the pay version (which is also good just a tad overkill for the average user) but the free virus protection is free ha.
Sounds like you’ll get a recommendation for every known AV proggie in this thread.
I’ve used and recommended both Avast and Malwarebytes. Good results with both.
I echo those who recommend sticking with Microsoft’s built-in Windows Defender, especially on Windows 10. I have temporarily used free versions of Avast, AVG and others over the years, but only use a 3rd-party tool on my 3 remaining XP machines that no longer receive Security Essentials updates.
I have 7 Windows 10 machines running, and the all rely on Defender. It’s free, updates almost daily and is non-intrusive. It occasionally catches something and eliminates it. When that happens, I double-check with the free Malwarebytes and a rootkit scanner, just to be safe.
Haven’t ever lost a byte to a virus or had yo reload Windows because of one.
Hands down...PCmatic.
I have used several over the years. Each one eventually grew into bloatware or conflicted with other software/hardware.
When I started using Win 7, I decided to use the Windows Security Essentials. It works smoothly with my software and hardware. It may not be as intensive as the commercial AV programs, but it seems sufficient for my needs. I also have a router and firewall. On the Gibson stealth tests, my desktop and laptop always show that they are ‘invisible’ to the outside world.
Avast. Its free z d works great. I dumped Norton for it 6 years ago.
Avast
I took a class on PC Security (basically how to hack 101) and the teacher recommended ESET (just like post # 1 said).
However, I use Bit Defender for free use. Never had a problem with it other than it stopping older software from running and having to prevent it from doing that in the settings.
Ask Hillary! to come over and wipe your computer clean with a dish rag.
I gave up on av long ago and just let Microsoft deal with it, whatever they installed.
Instead, I say just buy lots of usb’s and copy to them frequently.
I’d rather lose my car than my data.
I have over 30 years experience. I have one year contracts with doctors, lawyers, churches, etc. and I get one fee annually. I can’t be running out to remove viruses. I won’t get paid. For Win7 use Microsoft Security Essential and Windows 10 use the built-in Windows Defender and that’s all. Remove all others. Not that Malwarebytes, Trend, Kaspersky are bad products, they aren’t. Just unnecessary and they hog system resources and make your computer slow. Also, get a 2 terabyte, external if you have a laptop, hard drive, buy Acronis True Image 2017 and make a daily backup of your entire hard drive. Problem solved. You’re bullet proof.
Have a look at McAfee