Computer anti-virus software
 

Could anyone tell me a good anti-virus software to put on my computer..I have Norton now and I haven't been pleased with it..I am un-indated with pop up adds and can't get rid of them...so I'm looking for a good software that doesn't cost an arm and leg...my Norton expires tomorrow..so I hope someone can lead me to a good one..maybe that they have...thanks

I was told to use microsoft essential, its free and it does the job for me. There are others one that comes to mind is AVG which is also free. There are others but can't think of them right now.

Pat in MN

I have the free edition of AVG. It can be downloaded from the internet. There is also a version that one can download that one pays for. Cost is similar to that of Norton. I know there are others out there but I have been happy with AVG. You might try it and if you are not happy with it you haven't lost anything. Just google AVG and you can come up with a site from which you can download.

I use MSE, scan once a week, also use CCleaner and Malwarebytes (both free editions), run when I think of it.

I have used avg for years. The free version works well for the most part. If your a heavy user of the internet you might want to pay for the upgrade version of avg grisoft. I have done that as well and quite happy with it. Personally, I am not a big nortons fan.

I use Eset...not free, but well worth the money...I think it's about $45-50 a year. I also use ABP as an ad-blocker and it too works well. It's free....you'll have to Google both names as I don't have the addy for wither of them.

In addition to the virus software, you might want to consider changing browsers. I've migrated to Mozilla Firefox and have no issue with pop ups now. IE was a nightmare for pop ups.

For pop-up ads, just D/L AdBlocker..best ever! and it's free.

ditto, was going to add this - Firefox with AdBlocker, I have not seen an ad in years!!

i use this, too, and never get pop ups

a few years ago our computer crashed after downloading an update of Norton. I was told this happens. I then got Webroot and love it.

I use Avast and Malwarebytes and both have been fine. I have the paid version of MWB and the free Avast; Avast has some paid upgrades you can get too.

I use STOPzilla

I use Avast which was initially installed by the tech when I took my computer in to be serviced. I have been very happy with it. I use the free version. Also use Firefox as a browser. I don't have popups or malware or virus problems.

I have Trend Micro and have no trouble with pop-ups. I had Norton at one time too and hated it.

I agree. I've used this for over 2 years and it works. Run scans often and do the updates automatically. It's free at Microsofts' website.

My son is an IT for a hospital and uses Vipre and put it on our computer

I use Microsoft Security Essentials (on Windows 8 & 8.1 I think it is called "Defender).
It is free and works great for me.

Here is the link I get my download from MSE

This is what I use on my iMac. Works for me.

I have used Avast, free, for years and have never had a problem. It was recommended to me by my Son, who
is a software Engineer. I highly recommend it.

AVG the free one. I had a bunch of nonsense on my computer and it got it off. I have been pretty happy with it.
Especially the FREE part.

I found AVAST was a good product...free...and it does not slow down your computer as Norton does.

Thanks for all the good advice.. I finally went with Bitdefender...it was rated #1 by PC Magazine for 2014 and they had a special going...so it's on there and seems to be doing well..thanks again...I checked several out that you all listed...

I use Webroot -- really like it.

I had used Norton for so many years, it bogged my system down. My friend went on QVC and bought the Trend Micro, you get to use the anti virus for up to 5-7 computers and runs about 99.99 and it is good for the life, she gave me the software for 2 of my computers, I actually love Trend Micro, very pleased with it.

I use Chrome and have the free version of AVG and it works very well. The best thing I was ever told about was ghostery. Free down load and keeps all popups off every page you use.

I use Avast! and I've never been hit with a virus. It totally disables pop-ups. I have to click on a section underthe tool area to allow pop-ups that I WANT to see. I use Carbonite for backup. It backs up software as well as files. I wouldn't be without either.

I swear by Trend. I have used others but there was no comparison. I do shop around online to get the best deal possible when it is time to renew. Last year I got it for $19.99 on Gateway's site even though I don't own a Gateway. It is time for me to start looking again since I only have about 3 weeks left on my year.

I have recently started using Emsisoft. I read that Microsoft security essentials doesn't do the job anymore and Avast is getting resource hungry. Emsisoft has a free version and a paid version (I think I paid about $30 for use on up to 3 computers) and includes anti malware as well as anti virus and is very highly rated. I've been very happy with it.

http://www.emsisoft.com/en/