PC Security Software
(Computer)
What Features To Look For In Free Downloadable PC Security
Software
Computer security software is readily available for free over the
internet. While major corporations still produce extensive security
software packages that are marketed for consumer purchase, they still
release smaller versions that can be downloaded for free. When shopping
for a free security software package, try to find ones that have as many
of the following features as possible:
Personal Firewalls - these are geared towards blocking active attempts
by other terminals to access your computer over the internet. When
looking for a free firewall, find one that has an easy user interface.
This is because firewall settings are a major determinant in the extent
of security they provide, so the interface should allow you to easily
adjust these settings to suit your needs.
Anti virus - anti virus software ideally should not only be able to
detect and block incoming viruses, but should be able to detect existent
viruses that are already in your system and clean them out. Since there
are new viruses constantly being made, as well as thousands of existing
known viruses, the best thing to look for in a virus software is an
extensive database of viruses it can deal with, as well as constant
updates on the latest viruses discovered.
Adware and Pop Up Blockers - these are specialized programs similar to
firewalls whose primary purpose is to keep ads, spam, and annoying pop
ups from flooding your screen when you're accessing the internet. While
not necessarily harmful, the sheer volume of these can, if unrestricted
by a blocker, bog your computer speed down drastically.
Anti Spyware - spyware is a form of virus that you should definitely
consider protecting yourself against. While not a classic
self-replicating and destructive virus per se, spyware actually inserts
itself into your system and allows a hacker on a remote terminal to
access your personal information This can range from simply monitoring
and viewing your information and activities, to actually controlling
your computer's functions. Spyware protection programs ideally should be
able to not only block intrusion attempts, but to detect active spyware
that manages to sneak in your system, and cut off its access.
Anti Trojan Programs - Trojan viruses are special viruses that are
usually disguised as a different program. For example, a trojan virus
may appear to be a harmless game or a music file that you can download.
Anti Trojan Programs scan all files that you attempt to download off the
internet to make sure they are secure. Like regular anti virus programs,
make sure the anti trojan program you select has a good coverage of
known trojans.
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