Antivirus
Antivirus
Hey, I understand your concerns about Norton. Some friends have shared negative experiences with it, saying it’s slow and not the best antivirus option. Avast seems like a solid alternative and is free, which might be what you need right now. Kaspersky is also reputable, but it might be more expensive. If you decide to switch, uninstalling Norton could help your PC run faster. Let me know if you want more details!
I've relied on Kaspersky for the past five years. The initial year was the priciest, yet renewing each year was affordable, especially with online coupon codes available. Its updates happen too frequently, but I believe that's beneficial. I haven't received many positive feedback about Norton in a long time, though I think personal experiences vary depending on setup and other factors. I've never grasped the appeal of free antivirus software beyond what Malwarebytes provides in its basic form.
I believe we really need some improvement here or suggest using software in general. This question seems to come up too often. On the other hand: for free antivirus options, you should consider Avira or Bitdefender. Bitdefender is lighter but offers fewer control features. If you prefer a paid choice, Bitdefender or Kaspersky are better options. I’d likely choose Kaspersky because their team has uncovered many security vulnerabilities before. You might also explore AVTEST, an independent company that rates antivirus programs (Bitdefender and Kaspersky rank first). Also, consider scanning your computer weekly—whatever timeframe feels comfortable—for Malwarebytes. Just remember, Malwarebytes isn’t an antivirus itself; use it only as a scanner, not alongside your main protection software. Don’t accept the trial version and turn it off at startup.
Start by downloading malwarebytes, adding it alongside any antivirus software you already have. Antimalware isn't the same as antivirus, so pick either AVG free or Avast free—they both perform well. I prefer AVG for its appearance, but both are effective.
I currently use Malwarebytes and Bitdefender, planning to switch to Kaspersky in the coming weeks. Appreciate your assistance!