Security Software

Yesterday I downloaded (torrented) something from a website I use occasionally and I used BitTorrent to install the file. A short while later my Norton started going crazy and I received constant notifications that files/websites were being blocked and it didn't take me long to realize it was...

I bought Appguard recently and I kinda like it but it doesn't seem suited to do what I bought it for. I want to switch to GeSWall Free since according to the video demos and pictures it looks like it has the functionality I need. However I wondering if it's safe to install GeSWall on a 64 bit...

I just built my first PC, installed Windows 7 and was just curious what protection should I have installed on my machine? What is the best Anti-Virus, Anti-Malware, Anti Spyware combo? I'm currently using Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Premium & Microsoft Security Essentials. I'd like good protection...

Hey Guys . I need to choose between Qihoo 360 IS and Avast Free . i need a good free security solution that is much better than MSE . Some Sites Like PCMag say that Avast Free 2015's security is just average . it didnt pass the VB100 Test . AV comparatives scored Qihoo 360 Much higher than...

Running windows 8.1 Pro and im using MSE with malwarebytes pro. I have superantispyware as an on demand. So im wondering if I could install like spywareblaster or hitman pro? or even emsisoft emergency kit? I don't want to over do it but then again I want to stay protected. I feel that...

My father has brought his seemingly infected PC on a brief visit, so time is short. Yes, it is infected. Norton finds nothing; I installed MalwareBytes, which found nothing, although it blocks incessant outbound attempts to get to searchnet.blinkxcore.com/ 65.45.56.109 (and a few others)...

What is the best internet security software for 2014,for my recent computer build?

So basically when it comes to things like this, I've been living under a rock for all of my life. I was wondering if someone could help me find a good anti-malware program and anti-virus program. I currently use malwarebytes pro and avira antivirus. I understand that the best antivirus is myself...

hullo... as of this morning, all of my browsers now have AdChoice pop ups, well, popping up. I have run Malware Anti/Adaware/JRT/MS Malicious, to no avail. Searching for help, i get nothing but upsellers and very vague YouTube videos on how to remove the virus. Any help with this would be...

Hey all, I'm recently bought PC components to build a gaming PC. (They are on their way, so excited!) Now my questions for you guys are... What are some, from a software point of view, ways I can keep my PC running smoothly and fast? What are some things I can do along the lines of disk...

I'm sure some of you have seen my "ranting" in another thread, but I figured I'd open a new thread to see if there are others who have run into the same problems I have had with antivirus software; or security software in general. I also wanted to see what security tips other members have to...

Symantec cuts the consumer-antivirus clutter by reducing its Norton offerings to only one product. Norton Cuts Antivirus Product Line from Nine to One : Read more

Hi, I am planning to purchase a samsung tablet in near future, wanted to know about the best available tablet security software in the market.

Hello, I've always used Avast as my main protection software and will continue to do so, I noticed though Baidu had a few extra features that I quite liked, therefore I installed it alongside after a few reviews said it could indeed be installed alongside other security software and was among...

Microsoft flip-flops on last week's decision, decides to extend Windows XP version of Microsoft Security Essentials until July 2015. Microsoft Grants XP Anti-Virus Software a Reprieve : Read more

I'm looking at purchasing a new Lenovo laptop and I'm wondering what everyone would recommend for Antivirus software, Management/Diagnostics Software, and any other security software you use and recommend?

which is the best total security software against all possible malaware and virus threats??is there any antivirus or total security software that does noe cause system hog and does not uses lot of resources and still provides alot of security to the system against infection of...

I've been scanning these boards a lot lately and I think read at least the past 5 years worth of posts in the forum on the matter of paid vs free security software, but what I see consistently is strong arguments for both sides. Including opinions from self-proclaimed experts and professionals...

Security software company AVG has launched a "secure" browser for Windows Phone devices that is designed to protect users from common threats and malicious content such as scams and phishing attacks. AVG Intros Secure Browser for Windows Phones : Read more

What are some good/great/awesome free security software out there? I was thinking of going with Microsoft's Security Esscentials (after all, it's their system, so they should know it best and be most efficient with them right?)