- Free Antivirus Firewall - Chen Nanyang
Desktop firewalls and antivirus tools help computer users increase Internet security. Software companies like ZoneAlarm and Norton provide their personal firewall products at a price of tens of US dollars, while some others offer freeware for basic Internet security protection.
Best Free Firewall Antivirus Tools of AVG, Comodo, Avast, Outpost, Avira, and PowerShadow Download
Some companies provide basic firewall and antivirus software for download at no charge. They include:
- AVG free antivirus firewall is called AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition. It keeps computer safe from harmful sites, viruses, spyware, and other malware. It is freeware for Vista, Windows XP, and Windows 7.
- Comodo Firewall and AntiVirus is now renamed to Comodo Internet Security. It has a free edition that provides security features such as firewall protection, antivirus, and proactive security, which can block and kill unknown spyware, virus, email worms, Trojans, and other malware. It is compatible with Windows 7, Vista, and XP.
- Avast! Antivirus Home Edition is free for non-commercial home users. Users need to register before the end of the 60 day trial period. After registration a user will receive a license key valid for a period of one year. It includes the features of anti-spyware built-in web shield, anti-rootkit built-in automatic updates, strong self-protection virus chest, P2P and IM shields internationalization, etc.
- Outpost Firewall Free has the features of network protection and proactive host protection. Hackers can not disable the firewall.
- Avira offers free antivirus firewall software called Avira AntiVir Personal Free Version. It protects computers against viruses, spyware, worms, Trojans and costly dialers. It provides German, Italian, Spanish, and French versions.
- PowerShadow helps people stop spyware and virus by recovering operating systems through virtualization technology every time when a computer restarts. It offers a tiny version called IceBound that is free for Lenovo pc and laptop users.
Free Trial Firewall and Antivirus Edition of Norton, Kaspersky, and Rising Download
Some companies provide up to six month free trial firewall and antivirus products and free tools. They include:
- Free Norton Antivirus Firewall. Norton offers 15-day or 30-day free trial for its antivirus and firewall software. It provides free download and use for its beta editions such as Norton Internet Security Beta and Norton AntiVirus Beta. It also offers free tools to test spyware and virus.
- Rising Antivirus Free Edition provides a half-year free firewall and antivirus software with full functions. It also offers a free online service to test spyware, virus, and other malware. It can be run in Windows 7, Vista, and XP.
- Kaspersky Antivirus Firewall provides free trial versions, which is compatible with Windows and Mac.
Everyone has the right to get Internet security. Freeware firewalls provide it at low cost.
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