Virus Scanners


Real-time scanners offer a complete protection, but the scan-intensity and computing performance depends on the cost. Manual Antivirus programs work only on specific instruction, but then scan all the files and not just those with read/write access. Online Scanners are necessary because of online connection and is a two-edged sword.

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1
Listed since 09/2007
Various
"With its ability to support systems running Linux, NetWare or Windows, Sophos Endpoint Security and Control  …
1 Review
 
 
2
G Data Antivirus 2010
Listed since 05/2009
Virus Scanner; Kostenpflichtig
"Less technical users who are willing to forgo the best malware detection in favor of a more set-it-and-forget security solution might prefer our second  …
1 Review
 
 
3
Listed since 12/2003
Virus Scanner
"Some less-than-friendly default behaviours make Avira AntiVir Personal a better choice for tech-savvy users  …
1 Review
 
 
4
Alwil Software Avast Home Edition
Listed since 08/2005
Virus Scanner
"Alwil Avast Antivirus Home Edition will do a decent job protecting a PC from malware, and it's free, but if you'  …
1 Review
 
 
5
PC Tools ThreatFire 4.5
Listed since 02/2010
Virus Scanner
"Although Threatfire is designed to run with other apps, and we had no problems in our tests, it has conflicted  …
1 Review
 
 
6
Microsoft Security Essentials
Listed since 11/2009
Virus Scanner
Computer Act!ve found Security Essentials to be much simpler and less bloated than most other antivirus applications, including Microsoft'  …
3 Reviews
 
 
7
Kaspersky Lab Anti-Virus 2010
Listed since 12/2009
Virus Scanner; Kostenpflichtig
"Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2010 would get the job done when it comes to protecting a PC, but it's not the  …
1 Review
 
 
8
F-Secure Antivirus 2010
Listed since 09/2009
Virus Scanner; Kostenpflichtig
"F-Secure Anti-Virus 2010 holds its own at stopping malware, and, despite a few bugs, is relatively smooth and easy to use. But it just can'  …
1 Review, 5 Opinions
 
 
9
Trend Micro House Call
Listed since 01/2005
Online Virus Scanner
"Trend Micro HouseCall is a great resource for anyone who suspects that their computer woes may be related to malicious files  …
1 Review
 
 
10
Panda-Security Cloud Antivirus
Listed since 02/2010
Virus Scanner
"... The program's interface is best described as 'minimalist', which only serves to reinforce the fact that you'  …
2 Reviews
 
 
 
 
11
Alwil Software Avast! Internet Security 5
Listed since 02/2010
Virus Scanner; Kostenpflichtig
"... Not all suites offer behavioral detection; Avast does, but it scored very poorly in detecting brand-new  …
2 Reviews
 
 
12
Symantec Norton Antivirus 2010
Listed since 12/2009
Virus Scanner; Kostenpflichtig
"If you want a smooth antivirus program that will require relatively little user attention, Symantec Norton AntiVirus 2010 is a good choice indeed."
2 Reviews
 
 
13
Eset NOD32 4.0
Listed since 07/2009
Virus Scanner; Kostenpflichtig
"ESET NOD32 Antivirus 4 didn't fall down on the job, but it also failed to excel in any of our tests. If you'  …
2 Reviews, 5 Opinions
 
 
14
Mark Allan Clamxav
Listed since 01/2010
Virus Scanner
"Pros: Updates from a database of new viral threats; scan entire disk or sensitive areas. Cons: Difficult to remove from your system."
1 Review
 
 
15
Listed since 01/2010
Virus Scanner
"... Microsoft Security Essentials is a must-have free product for any Windows user who doesn't already  …
1 Review
 
 
16
Sunbelt Vipre Antivirus + Antispyware
Listed since 06/2009
Virus Scanner; Kostenpflichtig
No obvious lag in performance and priced to make it highly competitive, Sunbelt's Vipre Anti-virus and Anti  …
1 Review, 5 Opinions
 
 
17
PC Tools iAntiVirus 1.0
Listed since 06/2009
Virus Scanner; Kostenpflichtig
Looking only for Mac-based threats, PC Tools iAntiVirus 1.0 is small, lightweight and gentle on system resources. With threats limited to certain well  …
1 Review
 
 
18
Listed since 03/2009
Virus Scanner; Kostenpflichtig
With enough real additions and improvements in Lavasoft's 10th anniversary edition of Ad-Aware Pro, frequent  …
1 Review
 
 
19
McAfee Antivirus Plus 2010
Listed since 12/2009
Virus Scanner; Kostenpflichtig
"VirusScan Plus is ... relatively easy to use, and its warning pop-ups display plenty of information when  …
1 Review, 5 Opinions
 
 
20
Panda-Security Antivirus Pro 2010
Listed since 12/2009
Virus Scanner; Kostenpflichtig
"Panda Antivirus Pro 2010 does a decent job at malware blocking, without being outstanding."
1 Review
 
 
 
 
"Microsoft Security Essentials"
1 Virus Scanner
Computer act!ve
Published on 7/2010
On test: Microsoft Security Essentials
"Combat viruses, spyware and malware with a free, low-key security suite." Review details: Single test.    Test results
"Alwil Avast Internet Security 5 review"
1 Virus Scanner
PC Advisor
Published on 4/2010
On test: Alwil Software Avast! Internet Security 5
"Alwil Avast! Internet Security 5.0, offers all the basic PC protection features and does a reasonable job at traditional malware detection. It is also fast. However, it fell short at detecting new threats, and it lacks some features present in other suites." Review details: Single Test.    Test results
"Avast 4.8 Home Edition"
1 Virus Scanner
PC Pro
Published on 3/2010
On test: Alwil Software Avast Home Edition 4.8
"Avast creates a dreadful first impression. Its drab grey interface, modelled illogically after a car stereo, looks tacky and offers only cryptic icons for user controls." Review details: Single Test. One antivirus application was reviewed and rated on features & design, value for money and ease of use.    Test results
"ClamWin 0.95.3"
1 Virus Scanner
PC Pro
Published on 3/2010
On test: ClamWin Free Antivirus 0.95.3
"ClamWin provides a Windows front-end to the open source ClamAV scanning engine. It's an unpretentious application, as the bare UI and modest version number suggest, and even by the standards of free security software it's unambitious. It doesn't even offer active file protection: if you come across a suspect file you'll have to right-click and scan it manually, or wait for a scheduled sweep to pick it up." Review details: Single Test.    Test results
"Panda Cloud Antivirus review"
1 Virus Scanner
TechRadar UK
Published on 3/2010
On test: Panda-Security Cloud Antivirus
"Panda Cloud Antivirus approaches virus protection from a different angle." Review details: Single Test.    Test results

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