In this article I will walk you through essential yet effective security applications that can protect your computer from the major security threats that PC users face on a daily basis.
First of all, you should bear in mind that there is no solution whatsoever that can give or guarantee you 100% security. The goal of my article is to get your PC into a more secure state and present you with few security programs that are easy to have and Install and will have a great positive impact on the protection of your PC. Having that clear in mind, here are the security applications:
For Antivirus & Antispyware: Use Avira
Avira is one of the best antivirus software in the market, and it has a very high detection rate. Avira AntiVir Premium is a great product for both Virus and Spyware protection. Here is the list of the major features this product has:
- AntiVir stops all types of viruses
- AntiAd/Spyware eliminates ad/spyware
- AntiPhishing protectsyour data against phishing attacks
- AntiRootkit against hidden malware
- AntiDrive-by prevents against downloading viruses when surfing
- MailGuard scans email traffic (POP3/ SMTP/ IMAP)
- WebGuard protection against malicious websites
- RescueSystem create a bootable rescue CD
- QuickRemoval eliminate viruses at the push of a button
- NetbookSupport for laptops with low resolution
- AHeADTechnology detects even unknown viruses by profiles
- AntiVirProActiv detects unknown viruses by behavior (only for Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 32-Bit systems)
- GenericRepair automatic repair of your PC
For Firewall: Use ZoneAlarm Firewall
A great and easy to use Firewall.
ZoneAlarm Pro Firewall 2010 — #1 Rated Firewall Protection
USB Disk Security
One big source of viruses is the USB flash drive, especially for those who heavily use it with other computers (like school, college, Internet Café, or office computers). This is an essential product and a must-have to make sure that no Autorun or malicious threats are present in your Flash Drive.
Browser Security: NoScript
This is a must have addon for Mozilla Firefox browser. Yes, it means that you need Firefox to have it. I am not against using other browsers; in fact, I also use Google Chrome, but to protect yourself against bad scripts you should primarily use Firefox especially when you are surfing / searching through the Internet and not going to a well-known websites that you believe it’s safe to use.
To Install the NoScript addon, you need to access the addon page using the Firefox web browser.
Of course, both Firefox and NoScript are free software.
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