Undoubtedly, one of the most important programs on a computer is an antivirus. Even one "accidentally" virus on a PC can make work unbearable! In addition, it's "good" if the virus just shows ads, but there are viruses that can destroy dozens of files on the disk (which may have been worked on for more than one month).
About 10-15 years ago, the number of antiviruses was relatively small and the choice was limited to some dozen. Now there are hundreds of them!
In this article I want to focus on the most popular today (in my opinion). I think that for many this information will be useful for cleaning and protecting their home PCs. And so let's get started...
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10 best antivirus programs to protect your computer
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware is not quite the antivirus that most users are used to. This program (in my opinion) is more suitable as an addition to the main antivirus, but nevertheless, it will help to do one important job!
Malwarebytes 3.0 is equipped with a number of specialized modules:
- Anti-Malware
- Ransomware Protection
- Exploit Protection
- Malicious website protection
Most antiviruses are bad (at least for now) at finding and removing various adware that are often embedded in browsers (for example). Because of this, various advertising windows, teasers, banners (sometimes from adult sites), etc. begin to appear. Malwarebytes Anti-Malware will quickly and easily clean your PC from such "garbage".
Features of Malwarebytes Free (free version)
- Ability to scan all drives for a complete system check.
- Signature database updated daily to protect against the latest malware.
- Intelligent heuristic detection of even the most persistent threats without significant impact on system resources.
- Adding detected threats to Quarantine and the ability to restore them at a convenient time.
- Black list of exclusions for scanning and protection modules.
- List of additional utilities for manual malware removal (Malwarebytes Anti-Rootkit, Malwarebytes FileASSASSIN, StartupLite, Chameleon).
- Malwarebytes Chameleon dynamic technology that allows Malwarebytes Anti-Malware to run when it is blocked by malware.
- Multilingual support.
- Context menu integration for checking files on demand.
Features of Malwarebytes Premium
Malwarebytes is free, but you can upgrade to a Premium version that provides real-time protection, scans, and scheduled updates.
- Real-time protection works in conjunction with leading antivirus programs to make your computer more secure.
- Real-time protection detects and blocks threats as they attempt to execute.
- Real-time exploit protection: Eliminates zero-day exploits and malware vulnerabilities
- Real-time ransomware protection: Prevents ransomware from encrypting your files.
- Malicious website blocking prevents access to malicious and infected web resources.
- The presence of the "Quick Scan" mode to check critical areas of the system - RAM and startup objects.
- Extra options. Customize Malwarebytes Premium Protection Behavior for Advanced Users.
- Scheduled updates to automatically use the latest protection.
- Scheduled scans for regular checks at your convenience.
- Password protection of settings to prevent unauthorized changes to Malwarebytes Premium security components.
It should be borne in mind that not everything written will be available or work in the free version of the program. In order for the software to work at the proper level, you need to install the Premium version
Advanced SystemCare Ultimate
It seems to me that many users are often dissatisfied with one “quality” of most antiviruses - they slow down the computer ... So, in this regard, Advanced SystemCare Ultimate is a very interesting product - an antivirus with built-in programs for optimizing, cleaning and speeding up Windows.
The antivirus, I must tell you, is quite reliable (BitDefender technologies are used) + the program's own algorithms. Protects PC from: spyware, trojans, dangerous scripts, ensures safe work with payment systems on the Internet (relevant, especially recently with the development of Internet banking).
By the way, the program is compatible with many antiviruses (that is, it can be installed in addition to provide additional protection). Moreover, it will not greatly affect the speed and performance of your PC. We have described how to maximize speed and performance using Advanced SystemCare Ultimate.
Maximum protection and maximum performance
- Protection against viruses, spyware, hackers, phishing, botnets, etc.
- Online payment and banking security
- Optimizes, cleans and fixes all PC problems in 1 click
- Works fast, compatible with other antiviruses
New in IObit Malware Fighter
- Added antivirus engine Bitdefender;
- Improved IObit engine;
- The database of signatures has been updated and significantly expanded;
- Improved scanning speed by adapting the caching mechanism;
- Minimized resource consumption during scanning and cleaning;
- Improved real-time protection;
- New quarantine method;
- New simplified and convenient user interface;
- Improved web protection;
- Full support for Windows 10.
Main components of IObit Malware Fighter
Safety
Startup Protection
· Network protection
· File protection
Checking files in the cloud
・Cookie Protection
Browser ad blocker
Antivirus engine Bitdefender Pro
Process Protection Pro
USB drive protection Pro
Tracking malicious activities Pro
Browser protection
· Homepage Defender protects your homepage and search engine from malicious modification.
· DNS Protection: Prevent malware from modifying DNS system settings.
· Surf Protection: Block various online threats to ensure you surf the web safely.
· Browser protection from malicious plugins / toolbars.
· Anti-Spying: Auto-clean your browser data from malicious tracking as soon as it closes. Pro
One of the best free antivirus. Every year it is gaining more and more popularity. The advantages of antivirus are obvious:
- some of the best algorithms for searching and detecting viruses (even those that are not yet known to the antivirus and are not included in the update databases);
- support for all popular Windows operating systems (including Windows 10);
- low system requirements for a PC (works fast enough even on older machines);
- fully functional free version of the antivirus.
Main components of Avast Free Antivirus
(1) The component is available for an additional fee (1500 RUB/year)
(2) The component is available for an additional fee (from 650 rubles / year)
Version comparison
| Functions / Versions | Free | Pro | IS* | Premier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antivirus | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Spy protection | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Stream updates | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Power Mode | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| cybercapture | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Do Not Track, SiteCorrect | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Phishing and malware protection | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Home network security | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| HTTPS scanning | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Smart Scan | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Passwords | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| SafeZone Browser | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Software Updater** | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Sandbox | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| SecureDNS | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Antispam | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Firewall | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| file shredder | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Cleanup*** | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| SecureLine VPN*** | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
* IS is the version of Internet Security.
** Installing the Software Updater is automatic for Premier and manual for other versions.
***Cleanup, SecureLine VPN - paid add-ons for all versions
New in Avast Free Antivirus Nitro Update
New features and technologies
New features: CyberCapture, SafeZone browser.
Improvements: Home network security, Antivirus and malware protection.
Key features of Avast Free Antivirus
New! cybercapture
This proprietary technology developed by AVAST Software allows you to automatically submit unknown files to the Avast Online Threat Lab. Potentially dangerous files are carefully checked by our analysts in real time, which eliminates the slightest risk of infection on your PC.
New! SafeZone Browser
Designed for a safer and more comfortable browsing experience, SafeZone is also the most secure browser in the world. The secure payment mode ensures complete privacy when shopping and banking online, the Ad Blocker ensures that you are not bothered by ads, and the Video Downloader allows you to watch videos offline at your convenience.
Improved! Home network security
Even more advanced protection for your home network and all devices connected to it. Thanks to the new Nitro technology, Avast Free Antivirus is able to detect more types of router vulnerabilities, which will provide even more reliable protection for Wi-Fi cameras, SMART TVs, printers, network drives and routers.
Avast Passwords
It's time to break the bad habit of storing your passwords in your browser or using the same password for multiple services. Avast's new password manager lets you store all your passwords in a secure, easy-to-use vault that only requires you to remember one master password to access.
HTTPS scanning
The improved Web Shield allows Avast Free Antivirus to thoroughly scan HTTPS sites for malware and other threats. You can whitelist the websites and certificates of your online banking so that scanning does not slow down access to services.
Browser cleaning
Don't let outsiders change your search engine without your permission. Cleaning your browser will remove all questionable plugins and toolbars so you can return to your original browser configuration.
Unique! 230 million users
Avast is the choice of 230 million users around the world, which allows the antivirus to detect malware much faster than others, regardless of where it appears. The combination of the state-of-the-art AI engine at the heart of the antivirus program and millions of virus sensors around the world allows Avast Free Antivirus to continuously detect and eliminate the latest cyber threats, keeping you 100% safe.
Improved! Antivirus and malware protection
The developers are constantly working on improving the innovative anti-virus engine to provide you with reliable protection against all types of cyber threats. Through continuous updates no larger than a text message, Avast distributes new threat intelligence several times an hour to keep your antivirus up to date.
Smart Scan technology
Comprehensive intelligent scanning for all types of problems. Scan your PC for performance status, check for online threats, malware or viruses, and find outdated programs with just one click. The easiest way to stay completely safe.
Software Updater
Hackers love to exploit vulnerabilities in outdated software to get into a system. Software Updater notifies you when updates are available for your programs so you can fix any vulnerabilities before attackers can exploit them.
Integration with MyAvast
Smartphone, PC and tablet protected by Avast? Wonderful! You can control and manage devices through your personal account directly in the user interface of the program
AVG
A very, very good antivirus, which, by the way, has won many awards. There is a free version available that can cover the needs of most users. Judge for yourself, the free version includes: an antivirus (which protects in real time from viruses, spyware, etc.), a complex for protecting against dangerous links on the Internet, as well as a complex for protecting e-mail.
By the way, the antivirus can be installed not only on a laptop (computer), but also on a phone! In general, the antivirus is very worthy, protecting the PC well (while working fast enough)!
Bitdefender Antivirus
A very well-known antivirus that provides comprehensive computer protection: antivirus, firewall, complex for enhanced protection of personal data. By the way, in many independent ratings, this antivirus is on the top lines.
Among the features of this antivirus, I can highlight the following:
- protection of everything and everything (the user, in practice, can not be distracted by thoughts about protecting the PC - the program itself knows everything: what, where and when to block ...);
- low consumption of system resources (for example, 100-200 MB of RAM when working in Windows 10 with documents);
- convenient and intuitive interface.
Key features of Bitdefender Antivirus Free Edition
real time protection- Real-time screen provides protection during access. All files are checked at the moment they are launched or copied. For example, files that you have just downloaded from the Internet are scanned immediately.
Cloud technologies- Bitdefender Antivirus Free Edition uses cloud-based scanning to speed up detection and identify new or unknown threats that other antiviruses miss.
Active virus control is an innovative proactive detection technology that uses advanced heuristics to identify new potential threats in real time. Bitdefender's free antivirus heuristic provides a high level of protection against new threats that have not yet been added to virus signatures. Active Virus Control in Bitdefender Antivirus Free Edition monitors every program running on your computer and detects malware based on their actions.
HTTP scanning- Bitdefender free antivirus analyzes and blocks fraudulent and phishing websites.
Antirootkit The technology is used to search for hidden malware, also known as rootkits. Rootkits are a hidden type of software, often malicious, aimed at hiding certain processes or programs from conventional detection methods, while rootkits allow you to gain privileged access to a computer.
Periodic update- Bitdefender Antivirus Free Edition is updated periodically without user intervention, providing an optimal level of protection against new threats.
Early Scan at System Boot- This technology ensures that the system is checked at boot time as soon as all important services are started. It allows you to improve virus detection at system startup, as well as speed up system boot time.
Scan while idle- Free antivirus Bitdefender detects when the use of computer resources is minimal in order to scan the system without affecting the user's activities. System resource usage is calculated based on the processor (CPU) and hard disk drive (HDD) usage.
Smart Scan Technology- Files that were previously scanned by Bitdefender Antivirus Free Edition will not be scanned again using the smart file scan skip engine.
Avira Free 2015
The most famous German-made antivirus (“umbrella”, “red umbrella”, as many in our country called it). It provides a good degree of PC protection (by the way, virus search and detection algorithms are among the best among programs of this kind), high performance (I remember recommending installing this antivirus even on budget laptops 5-6 years ago),
- Russian language support;
- support for all popular Windows OS: XP, 7, 8, 10 (32/64 bits);
- low system requirements;
- excellent algorithms for searching and detecting viruses and potential threats for PCs;
- user-friendly interface (everything unnecessary is hidden from beginners, but nevertheless accessible to experienced users).
Main features of Avira Free Antivirus
Antivirus and antispyware
Effective real-time and on-demand protection against various kinds of malware: viruses, trojans, worms, spyware and adware. Constant automatic updates and AHeAD heuristic technology reliably protect against known and new threats.
Cloud protection
Avira Protection Cloud - real-time threat classification and fast system scan.
Rootkit protection
Avira anti-rootkit protects against difficult-to-detect threats - rootkits.
Windows Firewall Management
Avira Free Antivirus allows you to edit network rules for applications, change network profiles (Private, Public) and manage advanced settings for Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.
Internet protection **
Safe search, blocking of phishing and malicious websites, tracking protection.
** This feature is part of the toolbar Avira Browser Safety for Chrome, Firefox and Opera browsers (installed separately from Avira Free Antivirus).
Parental control
Not available in the Russian version. For use, you can use the link to the service in the description.
With the function of social networks based on technology Avira Free Social Shield you can monitor your children's online activities: check their social media accounts for comments, photos, etc. that may affect your child in a negative way.
Protecting Android Devices
Antivirus solution Avira Free Antivirus, in addition to protecting your computer from various threats, offers to install the application Avira Antivirus Security for Android, which will protect your smartphone or tablet from loss and theft, as well as block unwanted calls and SMS messages.
Kaspersky Anti-Virus
I'm not afraid to say that Kaspersky Anti-Virus is the most famous and popular anti-virus in the post-Soviet space. The anti-virus database of Kaspersky is really huge. It easily catches all possible viruses available on the network. But, as the developers did not declare about acceleration and, most importantly, about a radical decrease in computer resources, they did not complete this task to the end.
Kaspersky Anti-Virus, as it slowed down the PC earlier, so it continues to do so now. Moreover, using it on a fairly powerful machine does not save you from slowdowns - Kaspersky's gluttony is unlimited, this can only be fixed by very careful tuning of the program.
New in Antivirus Kaspersky Free 2017
Kaspersky Free Anti-Virus 2017 has the following new features:
- Improved program update in the background. Now, when upgrading, you do not need to re-accept the terms of the License Agreement if it has not changed.
- Improved Mail Anti-Virus. The default heuristic analysis depth has been increased to medium.
Version comparison
Comparison of the functions and capabilities of the free antivirus Kaspersky Free with paid solutions Kaspersky Anti-Virus(K.A.V.), internet security(KIS) and Total Security(KTS).
| Functions / Versions | Free | KAV | KIS | KTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| File Anti-Virus | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Web Anti-Virus | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| IM Antivirus | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Mail antivirus | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Anti-Phishing | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Screen keyboard | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Kaspersky Security Network | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Kaspersky Secure Connection* | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Network monitoring | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Activity monitoring | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Internet management | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Application Control (HIPS) | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| OS change control | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Webcam access | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Firewall | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Protection against network attacks | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Anti-Spam | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Anti-Banner | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Data collection protection | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Secure payments | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Secure data entry | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Trusted Applications Mode | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Software update | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Uninstalling programs | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Parental control | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Backup | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Virtual safes | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Password manager | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
Main features of Kaspersky Free Anti-Virus
File Anti-Virus
File Anti-Virus Kaspersky Free Anti-Virus allows you to avoid infection of the computer's file system. The component starts at the start of the operating system, resides permanently in the computer's RAM, and checks all opened, saved, and run files on your computer and on all attached drives.
Mail Antivirus
Mail Anti-Virus scans incoming and outgoing mail messages on your computer. The letter will be available to the addressee only if it does not contain dangerous objects.
Web Anti-Virus
Web Anti-Virus intercepts and blocks the execution of scripts located on websites if these scripts pose a threat to the computer's security. Web Anti-Virus in Kaspersky Free Anti-Virus also monitors all web traffic and blocks access to dangerous websites.
IM Antivirus
IM Anti-Virus ensures the security of working with IM clients. The component protects information received on your computer via IM client protocols. IM Anti-Virus ensures safe work with many instant messaging programs.
Secure connection
The VPN client Kaspersky Secure Connection, which is installed with the antivirus, is designed for a secure connection. The application protects your data when using public Wi-Fi networks, provides anonymity on the Internet and allows you to visit blocked sites.
* The Kaspersky Secure Connection component has a traffic limit of 200 MB per day. Removing the restriction and the ability to select VPN servers are available with an additional subscription.
Participation in Kaspersky Security Network
To improve the protection of your computer, Kaspersky Free Anti-Virus uses protection from the cloud. Protection from the cloud is implemented using the infrastructure Kaspersky Security Network using data received from users around the world.
Benefits of Kaspersky Free Anti-Virus
One of the best antiviruses in terms of searching and detecting unknown viruses (that is, the heuristic analysis in the program is so advanced that thanks to it this antivirus finds dangerous files, even if the antivirus databases do not yet have this threat).
After installing Dr.Web, access to the Internet is often blocked, which can only be corrected by proper configuration and making exceptions to the program. So before installing this software, do not be lazy and read the setup instructions and help on the developers' website.
Main features of Dr.Web Anti-virus for Windows
· Dr.Web Scanner for Windows is an anti-virus scanner with a graphical interface that runs at the user's request or according to a schedule and performs an anti-virus scan of the computer.
· Anti-rootkit Dr.Web (Anti-rootkit API, arkapi)- background scanning for rootkits and the new arkapi. A subsystem for background scanning and neutralization of active threats has been implemented. The implementation of the subsystem required significant reworking of the Dr.Web software libraries.
· Preventive protection— advanced features of preventive protection of Dr.Web Anti-virus user's computer from infection by blocking automatic modification of critical Windows objects, as well as control of some unsafe actions.
Dr.Web anti-virus provides control over the following objects using preventive protection:
- HOSTS file;
- Possibility of low-level disk access;
- the ability to download drivers;
- access to Image File Execution Options;
- access to User Drivers;
- parameters of the Winlogon shell;
- Winlogon notifiers;
- autostart of the Windows shell;
— associations of executable files;
- Program launch restriction policies (SRP);
- Internet Explorer plug-ins (BHO);
- autostart programs;
— autostart policies;
- safe mode configuration;
— Session Manager parameters;
- system services.
The improved Dr.Web ShellGuard technology of the Dr.Web Process Heuristic non-signature (behavioral) blocking in the Dr.Web Preventive Protection system will protect against attacks using zero-day vulnerabilities.
· Dr.Web HyperVisor— a component that allowed us to improve the system for detecting and curing threats, as well as to strengthen Dr.Web self-defense by using the capabilities of modern processors. The component starts and runs below the operating system level, which ensures control of all programs, processes, and operation of the OS itself, as well as the impossibility of malicious programs intercepting control over the protected Dr.Web system.
· SpIDer Guard– anti-virus watchman, which is constantly in the RAM, checking files and memory on the fly, as well as detecting manifestations of virus activity;
· SpIDer Mail– a mail anti-virus guard that intercepts requests from any computer mail clients to mail servers using the POP3/SMTP/IMAP4/NNTP protocols (IMAP4 means IMAPv4rev1), detects and neutralizes mail viruses before the mail client receives messages from the server or before sending the letter to mail server. The mail watchman can also check correspondence for spam using Dr.Web Antispam;
· Dr. Web Firewall– a personal firewall of Dr.Web Anti-virus designed to protect your computer from unauthorized access from the outside and prevent leakage of important data over the network;
· Update module, which allows registered users to receive updates of virus databases and other files of the complex, and also installs them automatically; allows unregistered users to register or receive a demo key.
· SpIDer Agent– a module used to configure and manage the operation of Dr.Web Anti-virus components.
Dr.Web CureIt! is a free anti-virus scanner based on the core of the Dr.Web anti-virus program that will quickly and efficiently scan and cure your computer without installing the Dr.Web anti-virus itself.
Antivirus Dr.Web CureIt! detects and removes mail and network worms, file viruses, Trojans, stealth viruses, polymorphic, incorporeal and macro viruses, viruses that infect MS Office documents, script viruses, spyware (Spyware), password stealers, dialers, adware, hack tools, potentially dangerous software and any other unwanted code.
Using the utility, you can check the computer's BIOS for infection with "bios kits" - malware that infects the PC's BIOS, and a new rootkit search subsystem allows you to detect complex hidden threats.
Free payment:
1. Does not provide real-time protection.
2. The program does not include a module for automatically updating anti-virus databases, so in order to scan your computer next time with the latest anti-virus database updates, you will need to download again Dr.Web CureIt!
— The use of a special free version of the software is only legal on your personal computer. If you use a special free version of the software, you are fully subject to the terms License Agreement, with the exception of paragraphs 6.1-6.3.
Dr.Web also has one wonderful utility - Dr.Web Cureit (which does not need to be installed)! The portable utility can be run even from a flash drive, it is absolutely free and does not require any activation. Finds all viruses available and paid versions of Dr.Web. It often helps to detect both and when on a computer.
But be careful before treatment, carefully read the detected Dr.Web Cureit threats. All processes that monitor the computer in real time, such as CCleaner or Advanced SystemCare Ultimate, are determined by the utility to be unsafe. During treatment, the software is not completely removed, but only some files, but the program no longer starts after that, and is also not subject to standard removal - you will have to clean it manually.
The utility is available on the developers website https://free.drweb.com/cureit
Comodo Antivirus
Website: https://antivirus.comodo.com/ 
What captivates in this antivirus is that, in addition to the “normal” antivirus databases, it has built-in databases for searching and detecting various adware (which is very popular lately). If you want to protect your browsers and programs for working with the Internet from all sorts of banners (which often appear so intrusively on the floor of the screen ...) - I recommend trying Comodo Antivirus (especially since the program is free).
Some antivirus software vendors offer free products where some features are not available and are reserved for paid versions. The free Comodo Antivirus includes absolutely everything in the company's paid solution, with just one major exception. The antivirus does a great job at basic protection tasks, but some advanced features are quite complicated and more suitable for geeks than ordinary users.
Advantages
- high scores in tests of independent laboratories;
- good results in our own malware blocking tests;
- contains secure browser, virtual desktop, virtualization system.
Flaws
- Comodo participates in tests from a limited number of labs;
- weak blocking of malicious links based on test results;
- nominal phishing protection;
- recognized some trusted PC Magazine utilities as malware;
- the HIPS system (disabled by default) in the active state displays a large number of notifications that mislead the user.
Overall score
Comodo Antivirus offers solid antivirus protection and a rich collection of additional security tools. However, the implementation of auxiliary components is more for advanced users.
360 Internet Security
Website: https://www.360totalsecurity.com/ 
A very interesting free antivirus that is rapidly gaining popularity. In addition to the built-in antivirus, there are functions for eliminating some vulnerabilities in Windows, functions for installing patches and fixes, optimizing and speeding up the system, cleaning the PC of "garbage" (unnecessary and temporary files).
Key features of 360 Total Security
The new version of 360 Total Security adds the Avira antivirus engine and System Repair for system recovery to the existing Bitdefender engines, the proactive QVM II and the cloud-based 360 Cloud.
One-click acceleration and cleaning functions have also been added to optimize computer performance.
Total Security solves the vulnerability problems of the Windows operating system by checking the system for uninstalled patches and updates, allowing you to download and install them.
System check
- One-click quick check of the general health and security of your computer
Antivirus scanning
- Use of 5 engines, including antivirus 360 Cloud Engine / QVMII / Avira and Bitdefender for comprehensive protection and better detection, as well as System Repair for system recovery.
System acceleration
- Allows you to manage and optimize the startup of applications, plugins and services. Reduce your PC boot time.
Cleaning the system
- Helps free up hard drive space by cleaning junk files from your computer and making your work more efficient.
Real time protection
- Protect your computer from malware, hidden threats and the latest threats using fast and intelligent cloud technology.
Fixing vulnerabilities
- 360 Total Security detects vulnerabilities in the Windows system and allows you to download and install all the necessary security updates.
Security in a sandbox environment
- Sandbox allows you to run selected applications (for example, a browser) in an isolated environment and work with them without the risk of harming the main system. It is possible to launch applications in the sandbox from the context menu and add to the list for automatic launch in the sandbox.
Firewall (firewall)
- Includes stand-alone tool GlassWire- network security monitor and firewall to control your network. The program protects your computer by visualizing network activity on a convenient graph and helping you to detect unusual behavior of malware on the Internet.
remote assistance
— 360 Connect is a mobile application for Android that allows you to manage protection remotely using your smartphone and receive notifications about the status of a computer with 360 Total Security antivirus installed.
Installation and use rights
- 360 Total Security is a free product for personal use. Qihoo 360 Software only grants a limited license to download, install, use and copy the software on a single device for non-commercial use with no limit on the number of uses.
The best antivirus is a backup copy of important documents on third-party media…
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version: 19.7.3103 from 23 August 2019Developers from the Czech company AVG present a powerful antivirus that can outperform many paid counterparts. Interestingly, in some respects it surpasses such "heavyweights" as Kaspersky Internet Security (it does not load the RAM as much and works without false positives) and Panda Antivirus Pro (guarantees reliable protection both online and offline).
Taking into account the increasingly sophisticated methods of stealing personal information, in the new version, the authors decided to rely on Internet security, in particular - on the interception of so-called "spies" and "hijackers". By the way, it is because of the emphasis on anti-data thieves and hacker technologies that AVG's antivirus remover is installed in Amazon.com, Wal-Mart and Yahoo!
version: 19.7.4674 from 16 August 2019Avast is a popular antivirus solution for PC and mobile platforms that allows you to protect all your devices from viruses, spyware and targeted hacker attacks. 
Avast! Antivirus is designed to provide a good level of security not only for a laptop, tablet and phone individually, but for the entire home Wi-Fi network.
A program for creating a private virtual network (VPN) and protecting against viruses and hacker attacks while connected to Wi-Fi. It will be especially useful for users who often access the Internet from a laptop through public access points.
Hotspot Shield for Windows is a ubiquitous program that will certainly be appreciated by those who often work with a laptop in cafes, hotels or shopping centers. When you connect to Wi-Fi, you probably don’t think much about the fact that it’s much easier for hackers or well-written viruses to get access to your data in this way.
version: 15.0.1908.1548 from 12 August 2019Avira Free Antivirus 2019 is for non-commercial use only. But despite its free status, this program offers a full range of features related to the detection and removal of malicious modules.
The program has a special wizard for more convenient updating of anti-virus databases.
version: 11.1.2 from 01 August 2019Dr.Web CureIt is a free anti-virus tool that provides a quick search for vulnerabilities and neutralizes them when found. The program works without installation and helps restore system performance even in case of serious infections.
There are times when malicious applications disrupt the computer. The Doctor Web CureIt application is able to revive it in the shortest possible time. It does not require installation, it can detect various types of virus threats, and most importantly, it is absolutely free. You just need to download the latest version of Dr.Web CureIt, start the scan process, after which, if viruses are detected, the program will offer to neutralize them.
version: 15.0.22.0 from 01 August 2019Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool is a utility for detecting and removing viruses from an infected computer.
The program for secure online scanning of files for viruses - SA+ tests objects in an isolated cloud container without installing them on a computer, using 12 anti-virus engines of the VirusTotal online scanner for analysis.
SecureAPlus Freemium is a set of tools for protecting your computer from malicious code penetration, based on three components: the ClamAV anti-virus engine, a special method for detecting dangerous programs based on a white list, and the function of scanning all new objects in a secure cloud using the AV engines of the Virustotal service.
Programs for information protection - These are services that ensure the security of a computer, tablet, smartphone. Such systems protect gadgets and the information stored on them from unauthorized access.
Information protection programs include antiviruses, antispyware, password managers, backup applications, firewalls. Using these services, you can protect data from destruction, copying and viruses, as well as secure communication channels.
What you need to know when choosing programs to protect your computer?
For a competent selection of software, it is necessary first of all to determine which data requires increased security measures. A password manager will help protect your login information to various systems. Antivirus and antispyware software checks downloaded files for potential danger. Firewalls and VPNs allow you to hide the user's location. Backup applications keep your data safe.
On the portal site you will find the most complete list of paid and free programs for protecting your computer with a detailed description of the advantages and disadvantages, a set of technical specifications and prices.
Today, the Internet is one of the most progressive inventions, which brings great benefits to all mankind. But from the World Wide Web you can get not only benefit, but also harm. A lot of insidious viruses, spyware, Trojans and other infections are waiting on the "web" that pose a real threat to a desktop computer, laptop, smartphone, OS (operating system). But we must remember that infection also occurs through disks, flash drives, floppy disks, infected software (software).
How to provide reliable protection to ensure the health and safety of your computer?
First of all, you need to remember about antivirus programs that ensure the safety of all your data. To date antivirus programs. Download free antivirus possible on this site. A reliable program prevents malware from getting into your computer. Well, if a particularly nimble worm, Trojan or spyware still leaks, then the package antivirus programs will immediately begin to work on their neutralization. The effectiveness of the antivirus is very dependent on the regularity of receiving new updates. You need to check once a week. When an “infection” is detected, the antivirus offers reliable options for removing the virus.
The antivirus scanner is used if malware blocks the antivirus or if this package has not been installed. It can only be started by the user. This utility functions in parallel with the action of the antivirus. There is no conflict between them. Most importantly, the scan program will destroy all malware on the computer. But this is a one-time emergency fix. Each time in case of trouble, you need to download the program in a new way (for free).
Firewall (translated as "wall of fire") or firewall, serves to control the situation every minute. The firewall will tell you in time - under what program a Trojan, rootkit or some other rubbish can be hiding. By activating the firewall, you get a smart assistant. A free program can be downloaded to secure your computer in minutes. There are firewalls for advanced users and simple versions. The detector program is designed to send a signal when the device is attacked by third-party viruses. The detector is not installed as often as the above security software.
You can also download free programs that contain many useful features and functions. They include specially designed information products that ensure the security of devices in all directions. They have the additional ability to perform anti-virus tasks together, antispyware, anti-trojan, scanner, firewall, etc.
