4 Best Free Software to Protect Your PC against Malware

Malware (malicious software) is the most dangerous threat you’ll get in the web. Adware, Spyware, Trojan, Worm and other types of malware can seriously damage your PC, steal all of your personal information and even cause your PC to produce spam or carry out a hacker’s command. No need to fret, we listed a guide of the best software that will keep you safe. It can take the form of active content, scripts, executable code  and other software.

 

 

1.     AVAST FREE ANTIVIRUS

Avast is one of the largest security companies that uses next generation technologies to fight cyber attacks in the internet.  A speedy, well-designed antivirus tool is easy to use and it is also one of the top free antivirus programs. It has the same set-and-forget utility like Microsoft’s freebie. Download then run it and with just a few clicks, it handles the rest on its own. It also uses some system resources and comes with an exceptionally fast scans, you won’t need to spend much time waiting for it finish. You won’t even notice it’s there.

 

 

2.     MICROSOFT SECURITY ESSENTIALS

Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE) is a user-friendly software and is simple to use. While it runs in the background, it scans programs on your PC to determine if they’re malware and then disposing of any prove to be harmful to your system. Also, it regularly scans your computer to make sure there are no infections that got through. Free, simple and easily, that’s a hard to beat software.

 

 

3.     COMODO FIREWALL

A network security system that scans and controls the network traffic based on preset security rules. It blocks applications from making dangerous outbound connections. This firewall is especially useful since Trojan virus typically creates outbound connections; a firewall will also help prevent your computer from carrying out a hacker’s command. Take note that it takes a bit of work since you have to let it know what programs can pass and should be allowed on outbound connections. You don’t have to worry too much when setting it up in light of the protection Comodo Firewall offers.

 

 

4.     SPYBOT SEARCH & DESTROY

Spybot Search & Destroy, as its name suggest, is dedicated to eliminating spyware and it does a great job. It scans your computer to catch malicious spyware, including spyware apps and tracking cookies. It also inoculates your machine against getting infected in the first place. What a bargain if you ask me.