TheFreeSite.com: Anti-Virus Programs If you're downloading files from the Net, then you should be sure to protect yourself first with a good anti-virus utility. Viruses are small programs that can be contained in any type of executable file that you download. Their effects can range from mischievous pranks to serious damage of your computer.
Before you fork over $40 or so for a commercial product, check out one of the excellent free anti-virus utilities that we list below.
The programs we list here will either clean and/or scan your computer for viruses. And be sure that you check with the provider of the anti-virus program that you download for periodic updates, as new viruses are appearing all the time on the Web.
Please send us E-mail if you're aware of any similar free programs that we haven't listed below, or if you find dead or expired links. All listings on this site copyrighted, 2008 by TheFreeSite.com.
Free-Antivirus.info
Looking for free anti-virus software? This popular site offers a roundup of detailed reviews of free anti-virus programs and services. The site also takes a look at anti-spyware and firewall software.
Alwaysecure.net
This site offers a good roundup of freeware programs to keep your PC safe and secure against the various hazards that lurk in cyberspace these days, including spyware, viruses, spam, and more.
Scan Complete
This site offers a roundup of freeware anti-virus and anti-spyware programs. You'll also find freeware programs to help you battle spam, as well as remove adware from your computer.
Trend Micro HouseCall
A free Web-based anti-virus tool that lets you scan your PC for viruses, spyware, worms and other digital threats. The program then displays a list of any infected files it finds and allows you to remove them from your computer.
PC Security Test
How secure is your computer? This freeware program checks your computer's security against viruses, spyware and hackers and grades the effectiveness of your protection software (including anti-virus programs, spyware scanners, and firewalls). (For Windows).
AVG Free Edition
Here's an outstanding freeware anti-virus utility that also offers you free monthly updates. An easy-to-use program, AVG features resident protection, an E-mail scanner and automatic healing of infected files. Note: this program is free for personal, home usage only. (For Windows).
AntiVir Personal Edition
This easy-to-use freeware antivirus utility detects over 80,000 viruses and includes a resident monitor and desktop program. Scans for DOS, Windows, macros and Java viruses. Available in German and English. (For Windows).
Free anti-virus CD
Fill out the form to request a free Trend Enterprise Solution CD, which contains fully-functional versions of anti-virus products that can protect virus entryways into your network. Offer available for corporate end users only. International availability.
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