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AntiVir PersonalEdition Classic provides free antivirus protection for Windows XP/2000/NT/ME/98. The svelte scanner installed only 34MB and 3 running processes to our Windows XP Pentium 4 test system, making it an excellent option for those with older PCs or limited system resources. Vendor's Site Pros - Small footprint ideal for even older PCs
- Comprehensive reporting options
- Scans can be run in Safe Mode
Cons - Sluggish connections to update server
Norton AntiVirus 2009 provides fast, responsive defense against all types of malicious software including viruses, spyware, worms, and other software threats. It protects your system without slowing it down. Rapid pulse updates every 5 to 15 minutes help to ensure that you're protected from the latest threats. Working quickly and quietly in the background, Norton AntiVirus requires little memory and system resources. The new Norton Insight relies on extensive online intelligence to target only those processes at risk, resulting in faster, shorter, fewer scans. And the new Norton Protection System employs a multilayered set of security technologies that work in concert to detect, identify, and block attacks. Version 2009 improves on product performance. Key Technologies of the Norton AntiVirus 2009 Antivirus Antispyware Botnet protection Browser protection Internet worm protection Intrusion prevention NortonTM Protection System OS and application protection Pulse Updates Recovery tool** Rootkit protection NortonTM Insight SONARTM behavioral protection Key Features of the Norton AntiVirus 2009 Stops viruses, worms, spyware, bots, and more-Keeps your system protected against malicious software NortonTM Insight-Delivers innovative intelligence-driven technology for faster, fewer, shorter scans NEW! Pulse updates for up-to-the-minute protection-Delivered every 5 to 15 minutes to detect and eliminate new threats Prevents virus-infected emails and instant messages from spreading-Feel secure while you keep in touch Blocks browser exploits and protects against infected web sites-Surf the Internet with confidence Description- AntiVir PersonalEdition Classic is a free antivirus scanner.
- Support options are limited, but this is increasingly the case with even paid-for scanners.
- Sports expected features, including automatic updates, scheduled scanning, and various scan tasks.
Guide Review - AntiVir PersonalEdition ClassicSporting a traditional interface that's easy to navigate, AntiVir PersonalEdition Classic provides pre-configured scan tasks for scanning local drives, local hard disks, removal drives, the Windows System and My Documents folders, as well as manual scanning options for scanning items listed under My Computer. Right-click scans can be performed on individual files and folders in Explorer or on the desktop. Additionally, files can be dragged and dropped into the AntiVir console for quick scanning. AntiVir PersonalEdition Classic does not provide adware/spyware removal (this feature is available in paid versions of the product). As with other free antivirus scanners, support options are limited to online help forums and knowledgebases. AntiVir PersonalEdition Classic can be used in Safe Mode, a definite plus for removing stubborn infectors or cleaning a system that might otherwise be unable to boot into Windows. The comprehensive reporting options are ideal for advanced users who want to drill down into the scan results. However, more novice users might be overwhelmed. In the latter case, ignoring the report and relying on the results reflected in the interface might be best. Tags: Norton AntiVirus 2009, free Norton AntiVirus 2009 download, Norton AntiVirus, AntiVirus 2009, Norton 2009, security software, pc protection programs, Norton AntiVirus 2009 reviews, Norton AntiVirus 2009
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