5 Best Free Antivirus candidates (version 2012)

In the last decade, free antivirus solutions have gone from mediocre to become security programs better than many equivalent paid ones, offering a high quality protection at zero cost. The five chosen ones account for 40% of the overall market share:

Data Courtesy: OPSWAT (Software market analysis report 2011 )

Avast! Antivirus 6

It’a a long time since when Avast 4.8 was called as Music Player interfaced Antivirus. Since version 5, revolution began with constant improvements which resulted out to be a great product.

avast! 6 has a whopping eight modules of real-time protection, all of which enable and disable them pleasure as well as two interesting modules: WebRep, which checks the safety and reputation of the web pages you visit, and Sandbox, a memory space safe in which to open suspicious files. You can read complete Avast! Antivirus 6 Review.

AVG 2012 Free edition

AVG is one of the biggest name in the freemium security. It’s appearance has changed little in recent years, and AVG has chosen to focus on improving the performance of your scanner, strongly criticized in the past, and to optimize the installation process.

In one of the nicest interfaces in its class, AVG Free antivirus shield together in real time, an anti-rootkit, a coat of mail and a computer scanner, a rare performance function in products of this type. To this we must add strong LinkScanner, one of the best links scanner.

Avira Antivirus 2012 Free

Avira AntiVir, the only German product which has been very conservative with appearance and interface. As said by Avira officials, its flagship product maintains a delicate balance between ease of use and advanced features.

Under the gray heart, however, Avira hides one of the best antivirus engines into circulation. Avira AntiVir is fast, efficient and, above all, hardly interferes with their daily work. Unfortunately, no free protection modules for mail and other accessories.

Microsoft Security Essentials

When Microsoft was moving ahead with it’s own Security solution, others trembled. Since its appearance, Microsoft raised blisters between computer security companies, who feared not being able to compete against a free product distributed through Windows Update.

But the truth is that MSE has deservedly earned his place among the best free antivirus. Its effectiveness and low resource consumption (practically the same as Windows Defender, which replaces MSE) make it the antivirus of choice for slower computers.

Panda Cloud 1.5.1

And speaking of lightness, we could not avoid Panda Cloud, a virus that broke schemes as one of the first to rely entirely on the cloud, that is, to put aside regular updates to focus on the exchange of information between thousands of PC. And results? Exceptional.

It is one of the most lightweight and easy to use, ideal for inexperienced or who prefer not to complicate your life by setting all the security parameters. In later versions, Panda Cloud also filters malicious web pages. Did you wrong? Without an Internet connection that its effectiveness is reduced.

How did we test Antivirus

Antivirus programs are special because they make specific promises about computer security, and the degree of fulfillment of these promises can be measured empirically. That is why we use Softonic quantitative and qualitative data to give the final result.

Step 1: Analysis of Features, Usability and Quality

The first thing we do for each virus is to evaluate their functions with the help of a small guide that summarizes the most common characteristics of free and commercial antivirus.

Then, we value the antivirus following our three-dimensional model, like all other programs, which are measured from 0 to 10 and have a different weight. They are:

• Functionality (45%): Is it useful? What features does it have?
• Quality (20%): Is it stable and fast? Do you have errors?
• Usability (15%): Is it easy to use? Is it pleasing to the eye?

Step 2: Process Efficiency and Performance Data

For efficiency we mean the ability of the virus to detect and remove malware proactively and reactively. An efficiency of 100% means that the antivirus detects all threats, but this is virtually impossible to achieve, a percentage higher than 90% is more than enough.

In terms of performance, it is efficiency and speed when antivirus scan files and examine. Its calculation, also with data from Virus Bulletin, is more complex, since we consider the following factors:

These data are obtained mainly from Virus-Bulletin , the independent analysis of the products most prestigious computer security. We also consult other sources ( AV-Test , AV-Comparatives ) for a more complete picture.

Avira AntiVir yields the best results in terms of effectiveness in detecting malware, but Panda Cloud shows the best performance. For features and usability, however, is avast! who takes the cake.

avast, thanks to exceptional efficiency, good performance and, above all, plenty of features and ease of use. Once again, great balance and generosity make it worthy of victory.

Silver for Avira AntiVir.It has the best protection and great performance, but it looks dated and the lack of options makes them settle for second place. If you offer more functions, it would be no problems with gold.

Third, Panda and AVG tie, but Panda won the bronze for its speed. Last post for MSE, which, although a valid security solution can not overcome the heavy consumptions.

How are your personal experiences with them? Satisfied with the results?

Which is Best Free Antivirus 2012 version: Performance and Comparison

G Data TotalCare 2012 is a security suite that goes beyond the classic concept of antivirus, offering powerful tools for active and passive protection in a simple and friendly, accessible to any user profile. In TotalCare version, G Data offers such interesting features as a parental control module, a powerful tool to perform automatic backups (much improved in this edition 2012) or specific protection systems when we use the browser in online banking or shopping .

Interface

The new version of G Data TotalCare 2012 presents some interesting changes in the interface on which we tested last year. Now all options are available in the main panel and you can access them with a very intuitive drop-down lists. Again, it uses a color code (red, green, yellow) to warn the user of the device and, in case of problems, identify the steps needed to solve it in perfect Castillo (at this point deserves translation work be highlighted).

Working

The basis of this security solution remains: a dual virus detection engine (the latest revisions of Avast and BitDefender) with regular updates with OutbreakShield, the system real-time protection, G Data TotalCare make 2012 one of the most effective security products on the market. As usual, we conducted several tests with the suite of G Data obtained a detection rate of 100%, even forcing adware infection with latest web and email.

Furthermore, the rate of false positives is minimal now (only detected a strange file name as a potential threat) and at any time ask the user what to do before acting to avoid software conflicts with certain applications. In any case, the program always leaves it to the user who makes the final decision if it finds any suspicious file.

The best solution is G Data components such as firewall, spam detector or the Web module that work in sync with the dual antivirus engine, offering comprehensive protection and avoiding phishing attempts sophisticated applications that install adware without the consent of user or problems caused by P2P applications, to name a few examples of threats that go beyond the classic virus infection.

Resource consumption

Resource consumption is a decisive factor fewer if we consider the power and the large amount of memory that incorporate today’s computers. The demand for G Data TotalCare 2012 on hold does not reach 5% of the resources of a standard computer (Dell Studio, dual-core processor, 2 GB of RAM) and only when we make a complete scan, we see a decline in multitasking scenarios especially if the equipment does not exceed the gigabyte of memory. In any case, it is advisable to schedule scans when we are not using the computer to accelerate and facilitate the work the software.

Backup and System Optimization

Among the extra features worth noting the efforts made ??in the backup utility, fully renovated and with the possibility of a backup to restore the entire system in case of problems. Another improvement is the anti-spam filter, which now includes a module specifically designed for Microsoft Outlook, one of the email clients most popular in professional environments.

Another addition that does not usually come in this type of program is the automatic optimization of the system . Clearing caches, history cleaning, and a review of system settings that may affect safety. This automatically checked with the press of a button, and can also be programmed to automatically

Conclusion: Little Intrusive yet Effective

I have a few days testing G Data Total Care and the truth is that I’m happy with it . It is not too intrusive, is effective and has not given me any problems. I have not seen a worse performance of the computer since I installed it, and that you have all options enabled.

What I liked were some small details, because in the end after all the security programs protect us well. For example, G Data uses when your computer is idle to analyze the system further for malware. I also liked the fact that it can be disabled until reboot the PC or for a period of time antivirus and firewall with just three clicks from the system tray.

I think G Data is a good security suite: works well, is effective and does not disturb the user.

Note: G Data Total Security 2012 and G Data Total Care both are similar things just the name varies according to Country which may be due to Trademark issue.

Download G Data Total Care 2012

http://www.gdata-software.com/home-security/totalsecurity/

G Data Total Care 2012 Review: Modern and Effective Windows Security Solution

Comodo Internet Security Pro 2012 includes three powerful technologies COMODO: Anti-virus, firewall and proactive protection.

1. Antivirus
   • Detects, blocks and removes viruses, found on personal computers and networks.
   • Provides continuous protection by scanning in real-time access to the system.
   • Automatically and daily updates of virus database.
2. Firewall
   • Repeatedly recognized as the winner of the independent contest Software this class.
   • Automatically makes your computer invisible to hackers.
   • Analyzes and filters incoming and outgoing traffic of your computer.
3. Defense+ Protection
   • Proactive protection against viruses / trojans.
   • Protects against data theft, computer malfunctions and damage to the system.
   • Allows you to run suspicious executable files in a Sandbox.

What’s new in COMODO Internet Security Pro 2012

• Greatly simplified the process of installing products
• Added subroutine COMODO ESM 2.0 Business Edition, which is used for remote administration systems.
• Significant optimization of proactive protection for the operating systems on x64
• New features in Alert
• Redesign and optimization GUI
• Significant reduction in resources spent
• Fixed bugs such as crashes when scanning anti-virus files on a bad hard disk sectors, as fixed work firewall adapters Bluetooth PAN
• Closed all previously discovered vulnerabilities associated with bypass virus pro-active protection.
• Significantly reduced the number of alerts (popup) when activated firewall or Proactive. Depends on your setup, you can do to alerts pop up on every action of each program)

Installer

It really has become more friendly for the inexperienced user, there is, as before, the ability to switch to Comodo DNS-server, which may help to expose the malicious domains.

After the installation program asks you restart, as in previous versions. After the reboot will auto-update antivirus signature database, then a complete system scan.

I want to note the scanning speed, now it took a half hour and 40 minutes. This is a local drive with 6 GB of space occupied by a set of executable files.

Consider a security setting.

For a decent defense, we need to set all levels to the maximum, to create rules for all the applications you use regularly and continue to live in peace. The whole activity of new, potentially dangerous programs will be carefully checked.

Antivirus and Firewall options are similar to previous version and self explanatory with the details given below title.

But now the most important is Proactive protection “Defense+” when configured properly, not a single application can harm your computer in any way.

• View Defense+ Events – Viewing records events, alerts, and actions taken Proactive Protection.
• Trusted Files - Managing local database of safe executables user.
• Unrecognized files - View the list of found files unidentified. As long as these files are not recognized as trusted by the user, they will be automatically isolated in the Sandbox.
• Computer Security Policy – In this section you can configure different rules and setting of Proactive Defense.
• View Active Process List – View a list of processes currently running on your computer.
• Run this program in the Sandbox - Selective startup programs in the Sandbox.
• Defense+ Settings – In this section you can change various settings and make Proactive Protection to work according to the specific protection requirements of the computer.

Conclusion

A perfectly balanced program for security on system and on web. Cloud-based scanning and behaviour analysis joins a suite of top-notch security tools, designed to keep your PC secure. And above all a premium solution for free download with 1 year validity; this gives a clear competition to Norton Internet Security 2012.

Comodo Internet Security 2012 Pro 1 Year License Key

1. Download Comodo Internet Security 2011 (1 year licensed version) from here [59MB] and Install it. It will automatically be activated and you will see 365 days left on left sidebar.

   

2. Click on it and Serial Number is revealed. Note the serial key and save it safely.
3. Download COMODO Internet Security 2012 PRO [37 MB]
4. While installation enter the key noted in above step to activate.

Comodo Internet Security 2012 Review and Free 1 Year License Key

Even when tests conducted by third-party benchmarks that evaluate the effectiveness of product safety, the program is at the upper end of the scale. CNET Labs performance benchmarks also suggest that users should be in their daily work, despite the considerable resources required under normal conditions with minimal impact from the Norton software.

Installation

Norton’s package, for the third consecutive time offers a smooth and quick installation process. After starting the setup, the software has been around for a minute, ready to work. An amazing speed – especially if you compare the installation times of earlier versions.

During the installation process, you already interacted for the first time with Norton’s behavioral detection network, called “quorum”: The installation program asks the user whether the program must submit to the continuous improvement of the network anonymous data to Symantec’s cloud. A rejection decreases, according to Symantec’s protection not only prevents but otherwise active, automatic data transmission.

Even if you only want to use the trial version, you must register the program. Good thing is that you can do the registration within the application. Older versions of Norton opened, how many other programs that automatically the default browser to the registration site of the company.

User interface

Norton Internet Security 2012 has, in comparison to the 2011 interface even if the design is strongly reminiscent of the earlier version but some changes to the UI. The background is dark and still kept with yellow text provided so very contrasting and easy to read. There is a newly organized and simplified user interface for program settings, and an Advanced page, which among others includes a CPU meter.

Power users can configure this page as a Home screen to perform important tasks faster. Furthermore, the indicator for system status has been optimized a bit. The balance between the available functions and empty land is managed in the current version much better, which affects the entire user interface much more balanced and enjoyable.

The access to the essential functions of the program is via three centrally-placed functional categories. Each of these categories is represented by an icon and a text: scan on the left side, live update in the middle and advanced on the right side. Clicking a category opens a built-in window that displays the category corresponding functions to choose from. Full scan and LiveUpdate also show continuously on current status reports.

In the lower area of ??the interface, a wide flat world map with blinking yellow dots can be seen. According to Symantec, each dot represents a threat to a Norton user. This figure is pretty to look at, but totally irrelevant to the safety of the user. Interestingly however, are a series of buttons that are located below the map. These allow to Norton Online Family, Norton Online Backup and Norton Safe Web access, without having to switch to the browser that you need.

After uninstalling the program, there remains about ten registry key. Other tracks are not visible. Overall, the installation of Norton is quick and easy. There are few configuration options, although these are necessary and useful.

Features

There are not many new features in Norton Internet Security 2012 version which can be said to be very useful or offer improved safety concepts. In the bottom of the main window there is now a link to the mobile version of “Norton Mobile Security.” Beside it is a link to a new management tool called “Norton Owner”. The web-based tool, which automatically opens when clicking the link in the default browser allows centralized management of all on their own computers installed Norton products.

Users can check the security status of all devices (PCs and Smartphones), install Norton applications on remote machines, as well as renew license key. To use the above functionality, you need a service once the program is installed on the devices.

Another new feature is “Download Insight“, which was supplemented by a very useful detail: When downloading a file is now not only checks whether this represents a potential security risk, but also if you find information about is whether this file the stability of the computer impaired, as is well known that it is a poorly written driver. To determine the stability of the risk and used Norton anonymised data, originating from the computers of users who have consented to this.

Another innovation is to limit the bandwidth management, the uncritical Norton updates and reduces the data volume. This is important in many mobile data rates, especially when roaming. In addition, there are numerous other improvements in the layout and user interface that visually enhance the program and simplify the detection of features.

The porting of the Norton-360-Startup Manager was an excellent idea. About the Startup Manager allows applications that are not needed immediately (for example, the Instant Messenger), will shut down or delayed. This can speed up boot time on the computer. Experienced Windows users can also manually make these settings, of course, but simplifies the use of these tools work immensely. On the integrated community ratings it also provides valuable information about the applications available.

The Identity Safe has been improved and now comes with password features that are similar to those of LastPass, as well as cloud-based sync and vaults. These functions are offered by some other vendors for quite some time.

Google Chrome is finally getting support for Norton Safe Web feature – but unfortunately, not surprisingly, in Norton Antivirus. It is understandable that some features for Symantec equipped extensive, more expensive versions picks, but the decision to only selectively for Chrome Safe Web to make available is an unnecessary blow to the user in the user acceptance of the fastest growing browser.

The reputation-based protection checks of where and when the programs were installed on the computer, and compares these data with those of the 58 million users who participate in the based on Crowd-sourcing Norton Community Watch to decide whether one of the programs with a red flag must be provided.

Norton’s “System Insight” component has now been brought to version 2.0. The proprietary internal network from Symantec warns users when programs take unnecessary system resources in hardware. The function evaluates to the graphs to illustrate the system performance can be found by clicking on a tip, which was causing this.

The third edition of Download Insight uses the same reputation-based logic for new downloads, and the fourth edition of Norton SONAR (Symantec Online Network for Automatic Response) looks for suspicious software behavior and automatically selects the appropriate protective measures. In the Settings window allows you to define how aggressively to proceed to SONAR.

In addition to the Quick Scan, Full System scan and custom scan for viruses and malware. Norton also offers a search for malicious links on your own Facebook wall.

Moreover, there are reputation-based quick scans, full scans and scans, the user can start if needed. These test programs installed immediately after completion and provide a summary of the run ready. More detailed information, for example, to scan duration as well as the perceived threats, can be found under the option “History” in the main window.

In the event that Norton has missed something during scanning, there is a link. However, this should in future be less an issue because of the reputation-based protection is becoming more mature and because of the always-on protection manual scans are no longer so urgently needed.

The bootable recovery tool is not new, but can now automatically create a bootable CD, DVD or a bootable USB device. The USB component is particularly important for systems without an optical drive, such as netbooks.

Norton provides free security offerings will continue. These include the Parental Control Norton Online Family, the “Lite” version of Norton Safe Web and the new Norton Power Eraser. The latter is a tool that cleans your computer of fraudulent anti-virus programs and other malware that prevents legitimate security tools can be installed.

Like the entire program has also the support options in a drop-down menu at the top right summarized on the user interface. With the menu item “Help” the Norton support site is opened, “instructions” lead users to a website with comprehensive step-by-step solutions. “Request Support” link in a new window takes you to the resources of Norton’s customer support. There, users can get around the clock technical support, chat, read the manual and search the FAQ and knowledge base.

There is also phone support available. But one trend, Symantec also makes its users access to our telephone help and tries primarily to refer to the online resources.

Performance

Norton’s fast installation and its extensive capabilities would be useless without a solid performance. Norton Internet Security 2012 can prove this by an exceptionally good results in third-party performance tests and performance benchmarks.

Norton 2012 in a practical test conducted by CNET took two minutes and 43 seconds for a quick scan and for one complete scan- 1 hour 43 minutes and 54 seconds. The average maturity of the full scan is roughly equivalent to the period of the previous year, whereas the slower quick scan to about one minute and 30 seconds was the average of the past year.

Benchmarks to prove the CNET Labs, the power of Norton Internet Security 2012 and Norton Antivirus 2012 is assessed as good, but not quite approaches the performance of some of its competitors.

*All tests except Cinebench, lower is better. In Cinebench, higher is better.

In an independent tests for threat detection and removal, Norton excells. Tests in the first quarter of 2011 were conducted by AV-Test.org, reaching Norton Internet Security 2011 on Windows 7 PCs 5.5 out of 6 points for its protective effects, 5 of 6 points for his performance, and repair 4.5 out of 6 for ease of use. In the overall standings, the product thus reached 15 of maximum 18 points and was one of the better of the products tested.

Norton continues its chosen path already from 2009 to 2011 and delivers with its excellent detection, quick scan times and low number of false positives again an impressive performance from. However, some of the tests clearly show that there is little slip-up.

Conclusion

Symantec provides with its premium security suite, Norton Internet Security 2012 is one of the best commercial security solutions on the market. The seamless integration of behavior-based threat detection combined with the attentive observation of the stability of the program downloads make it a compelling choice for the protection of computers.

Even the extras of the suite are noteworthy, especially for users who want to use a single software package and need support for mobile devices. The small negative impact on the performance of computers, strong safety and useful features are the hallmarks of Norton Internet Security.

There is no doubt that the product provides a complete, robust security, the user can rely on. Overall, this is Norton Internet Security at one of the best currently available security solutions.

Price – You can purchase Norton internet security 2012 1 User License for just $37.67 or Rs. 812 in case of India.

Norton 2012 Internet Security Review – More than Just Antivirus

We will see list of few free applications that can be used to help us keep track of our devices.

Prey

Prey is a cross platform application that can be used on Windows, linux, Mac OS etc. If you have an Android Smart phone then prey can help you track your phone also.

Using prey is easy to use and can be controlled from web based control panel, all you have to do is a free sign up from within the application on first run. After registering your devices, you can turn on tracking from the web control panel easily.

LAlarm

LAlarm is an easy to use anti-theft application only for Windows platform. It can be installed on your laptop and can be directly operated from system tray. Few features it provides are Theft Alarm, Perimeter Alarm, Inattention Alarm, Battery Alarm, Disk Alarm, Data Destruction, Data Recovery, Mobile Phone Alert, Theft Response, Health Alarm and Panic Alarm.

All the features can be customized from the application itself. You may need some time to understand this application completely.

Snuko

Snuko is similar to prey in working, you can control it from web once it is installed. It can be installed on Windows, Mac OS and on Android and BlackBerry phones. Versions for iPhone and iPad are also to be released soon.

Primary features of snuko are Geolocation Tracking, Webcam Pictures, P Logs Tracking, Screenshot Images, Data Backup, Data Encryption, and Computer Lockdown. It starts working only when you report your device as lost. The free version of this application only allows all features for one month.

Norton Anti Theft

Norton Anti theft  is a part of Norton Mobile security for Android. It’s easy to configure and with few steps you can locate lost Android Tablet or Phone, Lock Device completely to prevent access inside or setup SIM Card Lock, Wipe Data completely. To do this, you just have to send SMS to lost phone from any number.  You may also add Mobile numbers of Friends you trust to unlock device remotely.

Anti-Virus free

Anti-Virus free is a product of AVG. With virus scanning and other utilities it also provides anti-theft measures like locating your lost or stolen phone via Google maps and Locking or wiping your device to protect your privacy.

Which one of the above is best?

For the best overall security you can use Prey, it can handle laptops as well as phones. Its features are free unlike Snuko where good features are available only for a month for free users. If you want just for phone then Anti-virus free is good if you do not intend to buy Norton. Using some other applications? please do share with us.

Oops! Forgot to pre install any anti-theft application on your android? Well, you can also track your phone in such conditions with Plan B.

Note: Having an Anti-theft application installed on your system does not make it completely safe. It just increases the chances to get it back if lost. So it’s always better to take care of your gadgets.

5 Free Software to Recover Stolen / Lost Laptop and Smartphone

Though we are going to review all these software in next articles and see what actually has changed with new version.

As per the Press release, Quick Heal 2012 products bring the combination of security features and enhanced multi-layered protection. Also, they have integrated Cloud Security Service in new releases.

Quick Heal 2012 brings users the next level in antivirus solutions to provide real-time updates for effective and efficient security.

In a nutshell, Quick Heal 2012 Line of products focuses on core-protection: cloud-based security for immediate and up-to-the-minute detections, enhanced user-categorised parental control and a reinforced PCTuner.

The advanced capabilities in the 2012 version are fine-tuned to suit the changing threat environment which will make the online experience for our users safer.

All new Products can be downloaded using a Quick Heal downloader which adds to one more process so, here I share Direct link to Offline setup.

Download Quick Heal 2012

Download Quick Heal Antivirus Pro 2012 Setup – 32 Bit | 64 bit

Download Quick Heal Internet Security 2012 Setup – 32 Bit | 64 bit

Download Quick Heal Total Security 2012 Setup – 32 Bit | 64 bit

Note: These are all direct links pointing to official file server with a size of more than 230MB each. Works for 30 Days on Trial basis; After that Online updates and Protection will stop.

Download Quick Heal 2012 Offline Installer Setup Direct Link [ 30 Days Trial ]

AV Uninstall Tools Pack allows you to launch uninstallers in couple of clicks. It supports a almost all known Antivirus, Antispyware, Spam Fighters and Firewall.

It is a portable program offering a Single Window GUI for all Antivirus Program. You just have to select the Antivirus you wish to uninstall and Cleaner utility will be executed to begin uninstalling operation. And yes, it is possible to survive on Windows without Antivirus.

Download file is quite big sizing 52MB as the Zipped archive contains all those uninstalling tools. Title sounds good in theory and may be a good choice for novice user but one can also download specific uninstall utility for the antivirus installed on his system.

Also, the program provides compatibility and information sheet for each antivirus so this can be used if you are unsure.

Download AV Uninstall Tools Pack from MediaFire

Here is a list of Antivirus Software that can be uninstalled.

avast! Antivirus Removal Tool 6.0.0.0
AVG IDP Uninstaller 3.5.0.0
AVG Remover (x32) 10.0.0.1322
AVG Remover (x64) 10.0.0.1322
Avira RegistryCleaner 7.0.0.12
BitDefender Uninstall Tool 1.0.14.5
BullGuard Uninstaller (x32) 1.42.0.0
BullGuard Uninstaller (x64) 1.39.0.0
CA Anti-Spam 2007/2008 uninstall Utility
CA Anti-Spyware 2007/2008 Uninstall Utility
CA Anti-Virus Uninstall Utility
CA Desktop DNA Migrator Uninstall Utility
CA EISS 2007/2008 Removal Utility
CA Personal Firewall Uninstall Utility
CA Website Inspector uninstall Utility
Comodo Products Uninstaller Tool 0.3b
Dr.Web Remover 2.0.0.7220
eScan Removal Tool 1.0.0.18
ESET Uninstaller 4.0.15.5
F-PROT Version 3.x Remover 1.0.0.475
F-PROT Version 6.x Remover 1.0.5.1
F-Secure Uninstallation Tool 3.0.890
G Data AntiVirus Cleaner 1.9.0.1
K7 Security Product Removal Tool 1.0.0.30
KAV Removal Tool 1.0.179.0
Max AntiVirus Uninstaller (x32) v1.0.0.1
Max AntiVirus Uninstaller (x64) v1.0.0.1
Max SpywareDetector Uninstaller (x32) 1.0.0.1
Max SpywareDetector Uninstaller (x64) 1.0.0.1
MBAM Cleanup Utility 1.50.1.3
McAfee Cleanup Tool (McAfee Consumer Product Removal) 5.0.285.0
Microsoft Security Essentials 1.0 Uninstaller (Microsoft Fix it 50535) 2.1.3.16
Microsoft Security Essentials 2 Uninstaller (Microsoft Fix it 50692) 2.1.3.4
Norman Uninstall (DelNVC5) 8.01
Norton Internet Security Removal 6.0.4.0
Norton Removal Tool 2012.0.0.19
Norton Removal Tool 2007.2.0.14
Norton Security Scan Removal Tool 1.0.0.13
nProtect Security Platform 2007 Remover 2.0.78.0 (090921)
Outpost Clean (x32) 7.1.3479.11508
Outpost Clean (x64) 7.1.3483.11513
Panda Cloud AV Uninstaller 1.6.0.0 Rev 7
Panda Uninstaller 2012 1.6.0.0 Rev 6
Panda Uninstaller 2007 1.5.0 Rev 1
PC Tools ThreatFire Removal 3.7.9.13
Prevx Removal Tool (for v1 and v2.0) 1.0.0.0
Prevx Removal Tool (for v3.0) 1.0.0.0 (2009.05.02)
QuickHeal 9.50 Removal Tool 1.0.0.1
QuickHeal 10.0 Removal Tool (2004.10.02)
QuickHeal 11.0 Removal Tool (x32) (2010.01.18)
QuickHeal 11.0 Removal Tool (x64) (2010.01.18)
QuickHeal Admin Console 4.2 Removal Tool (2009.12.01)
Radialpoint Security Uninstall Utility 9.0.0.41286
SPAMfighter Remove 6.0.0.0
Sunbelt CounterSpy Cleaner 1.0.3509.25408
Sunbelt Personal Firewall Cleaner 2.0
SUPERAntiSpyware Application UnInstaller (x32) 1.0.0.1018
SUPERAntiSpyware Application UnInstaller (x64) 1.0.0.1004
Symantec ActiveDataInfo ActiveX Control Removal Tool 1.0.1.0
Trend Micro Diagnostic Toolkit (x32) 17.50.0.1366
Trend Micro Diagnostic Toolkit (x64) 17.50.0.1366
Trend Micro Titanium 2 Support Tool (x32) 2.20.0.1126
Trend Micro Titanium 2 Support Tool (x64) 2.20.0.1126
Trend Micro Titanium 3 Support Tool (x32) 3.0.0.1303
Trend Micro Titanium 3 Support Tool (x64) 3.0.0.1303
Trend Micro WFBS Agent Removal Tool 7.0.1358
Vexira Uninstall (26.04.2010)
Vipre Premium Cleaner 1.0.3848.28197
VirusBuster Clean 3.5.3389.11926
Webroot Desktop Firewall Removal Utility 5.8.0.25
Webroot Spy Sweeper Consumer Cleanup Tool 2.0.1.492
Webroot Upgrade and Uninstall Utility 7.0.11.22
Windows Installer Clean Up Utility 3
Windows Live OneCare Cleanup Tool 6.1.22.0
Zondex Guard EraseAv 5.4.4.1
ZoneAlarm Removal Tool 10.0.246.0

Uninstall almost any Antivirus, Antispyware or Firewall Software

However, it is possible to live without antivirus. Without Antivirus installed, the need for a spending the resources of our computer no longer exists. And then the computer wins in speed and avoid major hassles, such as false alarms.

Why live without antivirus? More performance and stability.

The first has to do with performance. Most antivirus need plenty of memory and computing power to conduct its surveillance. In some cases, consumption of memory that can reach 100 megabytes too.

Analysis by Raymond.cc

This graph taken from Raymond’s Blog shows the startup time of Windows with various antivirus programs. Although some are highly optimized, such as the Microsoft Security Essentials, but most add 30 to 40 seconds to boot time. A time that many consider unacceptable.

As for stability, the presence of a virus that constantly monitors files can interfere with the operation of programs and games. The false alarms, arising from the use of heuristics aggressive, confuse the user and can lead to disastrous events such as the deletion of system files.

Antivirus are useful but do not replace Common Sense

Virus has changed and no longer try to delete files or cause panic, but present themselves as legitimate programs and deceive the user in social networking. Virus writers now prefer to earn money and gain the trust of the user instead of destroying your computer.

In the case of zero-day attacks , the effectiveness of the best antivirus is down more than half. The following chart, published by security expert Brian Krebs in his blog, shows the blocking rate of the ten best antivirus to an unknown threat. The result: Most antivirus takes two days to react .

Test conducted by NSSLabs.com

If you think, then, that an antivirus will protect you 100%, we will have to give bad news: no antivirus protection ensures complete 100%. Alfred Huger, Chairman Immunet , summarizes the situation with a great metaphor:

People should understand that antivirus is more like a safety belt to an armored car , an accident may save your life, but maybe not. There are things you can do first to make sure you do not have an accident, and those are the places where you put all your attention.

Antivirus is therefore a great helper when it comes to keeping the system safe, but not an infallible remedy.

Are you sure to Uninstall Antivirus?

Before removing the antivirus, you better your computer skills with everything necessary to prevent infection easier. We suggest you the following menu, composed of these ingredients:

• Secure browser: Google Chrome , for example, opens the pages in an isolated area called sandbox , preventing their contents may cross the border to attack Windows and Internet.
• Sandbox: Sandboxie and BufferZone allow you to run programs on a separate memory space than normal. So if you are unsure about the dangerousness of a file, you can put it in a cage .
• Virtual machine: The alternative is to use a sandbox suspicious programs running on a virtual machine, ie a PC inside your PC. You can also use it to browse or download files.
• On Demand Antivirus:  To avoid overloading the system, you can scan files with an antivirus like ClamWin , which only scans when you ask it. Another Option? analyze it on the Internet .
• Windows firewall: More than enough to reject most attempts of aggression from outside. To have more control over it, install Windows Firewall Notifier.
• Sysinternals Utilities: Programs like Process Explorer , RootkitRevealer or TCPView will help you find out if something strange is happening in the system. Alternatively, you have those Nirsoft .
• Antivirus CD: For those who scans monthly, can do without installing anything on your hard drive.
• Password manager: Indispensable to have a safe place to store sensitive data on your computer that should not easily fall prey to data thieves and attempted phishing.

How to get rid of antivirus

If you’ve decided to give up antivirus, a type of program particularly hard to remove, uninstall it with Ashampoo Uninstaller or Advanced Uninstaller. If the Windows Action Center gave you the error with no antivirus installed, Disable messages about virus protection from Control panel >> Action Center.

Turn of Notification about Virus Protection

Practical Advice

The utilities that we have recommended are not sufficient to avoid security problems. We need a final touch, common sense. Here’s our list of recommendations:

• Use Windows as a normal user (not Administrator). This prevents a program to have previlege to damage the system. This is what makes Linux and Mac OS X systems are inherently safer.
• Update Windows regularly so that vulnerabilities get patched in the applications you use most often.
• Protect your wireless network against intrusions and connect through a multi-router, which act as barrier between the Internet and home network.
• Download only from trusted sites, such as portals and software applications stores. Here’s a list of free download sites which you can refer.
• Think twice before installing a program or open a file whose unknown origin. The same goes for e-mail attachments or files that you go through instant messaging.
• Create a separate partition to store your sensitive documents and data. You may choose from this list of Free File encryption software.
• Be careful what you ‘re looking on the Internet: Although most browsers already put on the trail of potentially malicious sites, it is worth using extensions like WOT (Web of Trust) or sites like Norton SafeWeb.

Am I recommending not to use Antivirus?

No. What this article aims is to discover the antivirus, though useful, but not remedy to cure everything, and that protection is primarily in your hands. Your use of this information depending on your skill level with computers. The choice is yours.

1. If you are an advanced user can stop using antivirus and follow the advice above.
2. If you prefer to use anti-virus, following the recommendations of the Article will increase Windows security

You can go through several antivirus software or refer to list of free antivirus software (best of all time).

Do you prefer to use Windows with or without antivirus? Have your say by commenting below.

How to survive without Antivirus on Windows Computer

First Run

If you are using this promotional installer then, Activation Window appears from where you can choose “Try Free for 180 days“. Main Window notified me to update Virus Signature database though it was just 8 days old. Updating process took long compared to others and post-update includes reconstructing downloaded files which added to more time.

High-Tech Interface

It is dark black and looks like it should be to resemble some security research lab and divided in 5 sections. Default Status section shows the status of various components and notifies for any problem to be resolved. One click Fix for all issues like we find in other similar Security products. Other Sections of Main Window lets you access Scanning options, Reports and Services.

Full System Scan

Panda is ICSA Labs and West Coast Labs certified for virus detection and virus removal. Also, Panda has a decent Lab score on AV-Comparatives and AV-Tests for on-demand and retroactive tests and Overall usability test respectively.

On my Clean System, it took around 35 minutes to complete the full scan. Comparing to Kaspersky which does this under 25 minutes. On an infected PC, though detection was 100% but for some, Panda wasn’t able to act upon and remove.

Also, when it came to blocking malware, Panda was fair in detecting malicious download.

Firewall

This isn’t pre-installed but you can install it by clicking on  Firewall on Main window. It doesn’t nags you for known programs and lets you choose whether to block or not certain program trying to access Internet.

Compared to other similar Antivirus products who do not come with Firewall, Panda offers a nice bonus which is also effective.

Safe Browser

This is again an optional component which has to be installed separately. Safe Browser lets lets you browse certain website which you think is harmful to your system in Sandbox. By Sandbox, I mean safe virtualized isolated system which won’t affect real system files.

Safe Browser is actually a modified Firefox browser running inside VirtualBox. It is quite bulky on space grabbing around 800 MB of diskspace.

Talking about effectiveness, It is linux based so, Windows targeted malware doesn’t act upon. Tool still needs some tweaking as usability is poor.

USB Vaccine

This is a bonus feature which you  have to install. It can totally disable autorun for all devices and drives on your computer, thereby thwarting malware that propagates using USB drives.

The network manager displays all PCs on the network. You can blacklist any device to totally block its access to the protected PC.

Conclusion

It is quite fast, beautiful, clear, simple, quickly scans your entire computer, detects and disinfects great threat immediately, has a great and simple automatic firewall, do not slow down the Internet.

Virus Detection is good with average removal capability.

Though Safe browser is a mess, another Bonus feature- USB Vaccine is great feature.

Scanning uses a core function like many other anti-viruses and the system scan runs a little longer, but generally do not feel the same computer slow down in any way, or the Internet. I recommend.

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