Eset NOD32 is my favorite AV... if you want a free one that is good, then I would recommend AVG. I wouldnt install Norton on my worst enemies rig. The second worst AV is Trend Micro's - PC-Cillian Internet Security. It causes erratic CPU and memory usage. When I launched the task manager to find out why, I was introduced to a nasty little process called PcScnSrv.exe. I was literally shocked at how much processor and memory this thing was using. Upon the launch of virtually anything, PcScnSrv.exe would go totally off the charts... its pure garbage.


As for a Firewall, believe it or not, Vista firewall is secure. I used to use Comodo firewall, but I don't seem to need it on Vista. I pass the test at the ultra paranoid GRC every time I try it. Kaspersky claims that 'Vista firewall isn't enough' but what are they supposed to say, best firewall ever? They are trying to sell security products after all.

Yes, if you use more than one AV they will conflict and slow your system to a crawl.

AVG, Windows Defender, Windows Firewall, and spybot aah, free stuff! actually an internet test showed that it was ridiculously secure. looks like windows firewall is actually pretty good.

Was a long-term ZoneAlarm user until the version 6 fiasco; stuck with version 5 until only recently when tried out Comodo's firewall (free) on my personal pc's. Very easy to use & once you run through your repertoire of apps one time it is completely unintrusive - I like it a lot. Been using AVG free on my personal pc's for a long time, use the purchased version on our work server.

Whether justified or not, I feel well-protected with the combo of AVG/Comodo.

Only the freebies and the best, Comodo+AntiVir+Spybot

Haven't used AV software in years. Never had a virus because I don't do or go places I shouldn't. Not bragging, just saying...AV software is a scam.   

I remember a guy getting busted for breaking car windshields, guess what business he was in.

avg free
windows firewall
spybot

both zone alarm and avg do not provide support for their free versions. with avg it hasn't been a problem. zone alarm was another matter, which is why I don't use it anymore.

I use Avast. I have found it to be the best I have ever used. I have used Norton (trash), McAfee (resource hog), avg, nod32, etc. Avast has proven to me to be the best.

What I have used Before Is Zonealarm Free firewall... WHich worked great never had any virus problems. Then I go vista and Only used vista firewall untill i just spent money for norton internet security for 70 dollars. Also Spybot Seach and Destroy will help.(Free) Spyware blaster which adds bad sites to a resticted list. AVG free is good virus protection. Used it forever. The last thing that I can think of that would be free is Mcafee Security Suit Free from AOL. I didnt like it because It took up allot of my pc resources but.. I only had 752 mb of ram and a old ibm thinkpad so. I think that You can still get this free offer at this link. You should only have one anivirus software.. Like AVG and One firewall. If you get Mcafee free you will not need avg. Because Mcafee has a virus protection incuded. Sbybot search and Destroy is okay to have allong side of a security suit. So is spyware blaster.

So Here are your chices for best security:Mcafee Free from aol, With spybotsearch and Destroy, and Spyware Blaster.

Or you can have Zonealarm free with avg Free and Spybot, and Spyware Blaster.

The last choice is to buy a good security suit and Norton is supposed to be the best. 50 dollars at wallmart.(Igot mine at circut city and It is cheaper at wallmart.)


The last thing that Is very important is to not use p2p. Bittorent Limewire. Illegal, Yet fun and free and its like shopping for free movies and music but it is asking for viruses. I dont listen to this ruel but I am trying my best to stop.

One other alternative just for scaning is Panda Active scan. Free online scan for viruses it will not remove but You will atlead know and Find a good tech support forum where they can help you. Dont remove any viruses manually. A good free tech support forum is Techsupportforums.com They help me allot I use them all the time.

Here is the link to mcafee-WWW Link

AVG Free-http://daol.aol.com/security/virusscan-plus

Spybot s&d-http://www.safer-networking.org/index2.html



Just check out this artical for more information on computer security-http://www.techsupportforum.com/security-center/general-computer-security/115548-pc-safety-security-what-do-i-need.html

Avira Personal Pro AV [a great AV n much less of a system hogg than Kaspersky], and Comodo Firewall Pro[Free n excellent]

Avast 4.8 Home..

I use AVG free and Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware free.