Free Anti Virus software
I don't use an antivirus program because they're too expensive
No, that's not a statement of fact from yours truly, it's the engraving on a headstone where a dead computer is buried.
AND it's not a true statement...
There are free versions of antivirus software packages out there (and some free trials) that are well worth looking into.
This one was recommended by a small business group I belong to. They have a free version and a subscription version. http://free.avg.com/us-en/download?prd=afe
PC Tools has a free version of SpywareDoctor
http://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor-antivirus/
AVG has both a free and paid version
http://free.avg.com/us-en/homepage
Norton has a 30 day free trial version http://shop.symantecstore.com/store/symnahho/en_US/ContentTheme/ThemeID.1313000/pbPage.Trialware_en_US/pgm.6037100/Currency.USD?resid=FyQ7DwoBAiMAAEbCGWoAAAAK&rests=1258301252419
Personally I recommend paying for one of the big names packages. Yes, it seems expensive, but ask yourself these questions:
How often do you use the internet?
How often do you read email?
How often do you use a social network like Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, etc.?
How often do you click on links in any of the above?
Every single time you do any of these, you are at risk of encountering some form of malware. so if you break down the cost of antivirus software by the number of times you are at risk, you're paying mere pennies for the security of keeping those viruses, phishing attacks, worms, trojans, (lions and tigers and bears... oh, my!) at bay.
Do you have a virus program you particularly like or dislike? Post a reply and let us know what works, what doesn't and what it cost.
Stay safe!
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