Protection against malicious software
Protection against malicious software
Avast is becoming a heavy consumer too. I use Kaspersky and Malwarebytes without issues. It helped me avoid dangerous websites and files. Instead of AdBlock Plus, I’d suggest µBlock—it’s lighter.
I believe we really need some improvement here, or we should look into software options. This question seems to come up often. On the other hand: for free antivirus solutions, you’d likely want Avira or Bitdefender. Bitdefender is lighter on resources but offers fewer customization choices. If you’re going for a paid product, consider Bitdefender or Kaspersky. I’d probably choose Kaspersky because their team has uncovered many security vulnerabilities in the past. You might also explore AVTEST, an independent company that rates antivirus programs (Bitdefender and Kaspersky are the leading two).