Top free antivirus solutions available online.

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Saromine
Member

09-17-2016, 10:05 AM

Hey everyone, the top free antivirus for Windows 8.1 is Windows Defender. It’s reliable and works well without extra downloads beyond what you already have.

Saromine

09-17-2016, 10:05 AM #1

Hey everyone, the top free antivirus for Windows 8.1 is Windows Defender. It’s reliable and works well without extra downloads beyond what you already have.

DreamDragon
Member

201

09-22-2016, 09:07 AM

I use it on my W8.1 processor.

DreamDragon

09-22-2016, 09:07 AM #2

I use it on my W8.1 processor.

xCre8x
Member

09-22-2016, 03:56 PM

You can turn off the defender feature, as it seems you can't have both running at once. Also, AVG is a solid choice right now.

xCre8x

09-22-2016, 03:56 PM #3

You can turn off the defender feature, as it seems you can't have both running at once. Also, AVG is a solid choice right now.

WikiliZ
Member

196

10-02-2016, 04:34 PM

I learned about it from someone else. It’s working smoothly with no problems, and I’ve been using it for about six months now. Some people think AVG might be better, but whatever suits you works best.

WikiliZ

10-02-2016, 04:34 PM #4

Bee101
Junior Member

10-03-2016, 01:08 AM

I was consistently advised that during my early years I should install AVG, and I believe I managed to keep Windows Defender functional as well, provided I had additional antivirus protection.

Bee101

10-03-2016, 01:08 AM #5

I was consistently advised that during my early years I should install AVG, and I believe I managed to keep Windows Defender functional as well, provided I had additional antivirus protection.

ImNotYourPvp
Member

10-03-2016, 02:07 AM

Avoid risky places and untrusted downloads; Malwarebytes usually suffices, though it's safer to stay cautious and use free options when available.

ImNotYourPvp

10-03-2016, 02:07 AM #6

Avoid risky places and untrusted downloads; Malwarebytes usually suffices, though it's safer to stay cautious and use free options when available.

ricby
Senior Member

681

10-03-2016, 10:08 AM

I mainly use it for streaming, gaming, and some office tasks. Windows Defender should not significantly slow you down.

ricby

10-03-2016, 10:08 AM #7

I mainly use it for streaming, gaming, and some office tasks. Windows Defender should not significantly slow you down.

Goku_Jerome
Senior Member

428

10-12-2016, 11:36 AM

It varies based on your configuration; sharing details helps. However, antivirus isn't a major factor in performance delays.

Goku_Jerome

10-12-2016, 11:36 AM #8

It varies based on your configuration; sharing details helps. However, antivirus isn't a major factor in performance delays.

COLIN20052012
Posting Freak

857

10-14-2016, 04:15 AM

Sorry heres my build http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/b/HxKZxr So running an odd ball but i love it it does game great

COLIN20052012

10-14-2016, 04:15 AM #9

Sorry heres my build http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/b/HxKZxr So running an odd ball but i love it it does game great

Pietrodar
Member

166

10-20-2016, 04:21 AM

#10

Executing an antivirus program won't noticeably affect performance

Pietrodar

10-20-2016, 04:21 AM #10

Executing an antivirus program won't noticeably affect performance

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