avast! 4 Home Edition is a free complete ICSA certified antivirus software for home noncommercial use.

avast! obtained VB100% awards in 2002/3 Virus Bulletin comparative reviews under Windows XP Pro and under Windows 2000 Advanced Server.

avast! Home Edition includes the following components:
· On Demand Scanner - with Skinnable Simple Interface - just select what do you want to scan in which way and press the Play button.
· On Access Scanner - resident scanning of all files being opened, read and written and behavior blocker monitoring dangerous actions of viruses.
· E-mail scanner easily integrates with most mail clients and it checks both incoming and outgoing mails, it provides heuristic analysis of mail content to protect against new Worms.
· Boot Time Scanner - scans disks in the same way and in the same time as Windows CHKDSK does (on NT/2000/XP only).

· Explorer Scanner - right click on the object allows you to scan it.
· Screen Saver Scanner - integrates with your Screen Saver to scan PC during your coffee breaks.
· Virus Chest - safety isolated folder to store infected, suspicious and even some system files - to restore them.

Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware is a full-blown anti-malware program that has recently left our labs and can be considered the next step in the detection and removal of malware. A new technologies that were especially designed to quickly detect, deter and destroy any malware that could reside in your computer.

AVG Free Edition is the well-known anti-virus protection tool. AVG Free is available free-of-charge to home users for the life of the product!

Rapid virus database updates are available for the lifetime of AVG Free Edition, providing a high-level of detection capability that millions of users around the world trust to protect their PCs. AVG Free is easy-to-use and will not slow your system down (low system resource requirements).

Removes many viruses that other popular antivirus software cannot discover
RemoveIT Pro ‘06 removes many viruses that other popular antivirus software cannot discover. If you can’t clean your computer from worms & viruses, adwares & spywares try with this software.

RemoveIT Pro is an easy-to-use security software that allows you to protect your PC.

RemoveIT Pro program is specific because he detects malicious files and viruses that many other popular programs does not detect. It also offers you full report of active processes with full paths and full windows startup list of files that starts on windows startup.

Locate & Remove many new dangerous files including Spyware, Malware, Virus, Worm, Trojan and Adware that other popular AV programs cannot find.

Norman Malware Cleaner is a Norman program utility that may be used to detect and remove specific malicious software (malware).

Note that it should not be used as a substitute for running normal proactive antivirus protection, but rather as a reactive tool to handle systems that are already infected.

Update AVIRA Desktop for Windows with latest virus definitions and scan engine.

Please go through the following steps to update your AntiVir Personal Edition Classic / Premium on a PC without internet access.

* Download the latest virus definition file (IVDF) on a PC with internet access.
* Copy the downloaded file to a portable media storage such as an USB Stick or a CD-ROM for transferring it to the PC without internet access. Note: Extracting of the ZIP file is not necessary.
* Insert the media storage into the PC without internet access.
* Start AntiVir Personal Edition Classic / Premium and go the menu „Update“ and select „Manual Update“.
* Select the downloaded IVDF file from your media storage and click „open“.Your AntiVir PersonalEdition Classic / Premium is now up to date. /ul>

This antivirus made by Yusuf Theretsa Pat, Gucup Antivirus is a tiny but very versatile antivirus having 452 antivirus and malware signatures

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Provides world-leading protection against viruses, worms and Trojans with fast updates and OnGuard technology
With PC Tools AntiVirus you are protected against the most nefarious cyber-threats attempting to gain access to your PC and personal information. Going online without protection against the latest fast-spreading virus and worms, such as Mytob, Netsky and MyDoom, can result in infections within minutes.

Once infected, the virus will usually attempt to spread itself to your friends, family and associates by accessing your email contacts and networked PCs. The infection may also allow hackers to access
files on your PC, use it to launch attacks against other computers and websites or to send mass SPAM email.

That’s why PC Tools AntiVirus provides world-leading protection, with rapid database updates, OnGuard real-time protection and comprehensive system scanning to ensure your system remains safe and virus free. PC Tools products are trusted and used by millions of people everyday to protect their home and business computers against online threats.

Here are some key features of “PC Tools AntiVirus”:

· Protects your PC as you are working, surfing and playing
· Detects, quarantines, disinfects and destroys Viruses, Trojans and Worms
· OnGuard protects your computer against threats in real-time
· Automatically checks for frequent updates against the latest threats

Note: If you want to receive more features (High-speed updates, Dedicated 24/7 support, Phone support), you can register the application through the Buy now! link.

A free antivirus tool for protection against computer viruses
AVG Free Edition is the well-known anti-virus protection tool. AVG Free is available free-of-charge to home users for the life of the product!

Rapid virus database updates are available for the lifetime of AVG Free Edition, providing a high-level of detection capability that millions of users around the world trust to protect their PCs. AVG Free is easy-to-use and will not slow your system down (low system resource requirements).

Here are some key features of “AVG Free Edition”:

· Automatic update functionality
· The AVG Resident Shield, which provides real-time
protection as files are opened and programs are run
· The AVG E-mail Scanner, which protects your e-mail
· The AVG On-Demand Scanner, which allows the user to perform scheduled and manual tests
· Free Virus Database Updates for the lifetime of the product
· AVG Virus Vault for safe handling of infected files
· Great customer satisfaction!
· Please note that any previous version of AVG Free will be un-installed automatically during the installation of the new AVG Free.

Limitations:

· AVG Free Edition is available free-of-charge to home users! AVG Free Edition is for private, non-commercial, single home computer use only. Use of AVG Free Edition within any organization or for commercial purposes is strictly prohibited.
· AVG Free cannot be installed on server operating systems (such as Windows Server 2003), nor can it be used for the scanning of network drives
· Scheduling options in the AVG Free Edition are very limited (only one scheduled update per day, one scheduled scan per day etc.)
· AVG Free Edition does not offer advanced testing options, such as automatic healing, password-protected archives reporting, adjustment of scan process priority and many others.

Scans your computer completely and provides reports of any viruses that it finds
Microworld Antivirus Toolkit Utility is a standalone tool to scan for viruses, spyware, keyloggers and more.

Here are some key features of “Microworld Antivirus Toolkit Utility”:

· Scans your computer completely and provides reports of any viruses that it finds.
· Checks for all illegal dialers that are present on your computer and informs you of the same.
· Informs you of any background illegal sniffers or tools like spywares, adwares, keyloggers etc. running in the memory of your computer.
· You can add this utility to the startup list of programs on your computer so that it scans your computer every time you start using it.

Limitations:

· You can only scan your data, to remove the viruses you’ll have to buy the product

Avira AntiVir Windows Workstation is a comprehensive, easy to use antivirus program, designed to offer reliable virus protection to business users worldwide.

Avira AntiVir Windows Workstation constantly and rapidly scans your computer for malicious programs (such as viruses, Trojans, backdoor programs, hoaxes, worms, dialers etc.), monitoring every action executed by the user or by the operating system and being able to react promptly when a malicious program is detected. Actions include repair, delete, block, rename and quarantine programs or files.

Avira AntiVir Windows Workstation also features enhanced protection against unknown boot-sector viruses, issuing alerts for
boot sectors suspicious formats. Through the permanent update of the detection engine, the protection is ensured constantly: the user can set the product to download any updates when available, thus keeping you clean and safe.

The Installation Kit comes fully featured but update service (FUSE) is disabled. To enable updates you may automatically request an evaluation key for a 30-days period from here

Avira offers:
· Extensive Malware Recognition: aside from viruses, Trojans, backdoor programs, worms, etc., Avira detects Adware & Spyware, double extension files and unusual runtime compression tools;
· Automatic incremental updates of antivirus signatures, engine and even program
· Permanent virus protection, with Virus Guard an Mail Guard real time monitoring
· Install and configuration in just a couple of steps, setup to protect your PC in minutes
· Virus protection against known and unknown threats, using an advanced heuristic system
· Scheduler where you can set the scanner to make automatic virus scans or updates on your system
· E-mail and phone support, Knowledge Base with virus descriptions available on web site

Requirements:

· Pentium I, 133 MHz or better; 30 MB of free HDD; 20 MB of free RAM

The Official Pattern Release or OPR is Trend Micro´s latest compilation of patterns for identified viruses. It is guaranteed to have passed a series of critical tests to ensure that customers get optimum protection from the latest virus threats.

Windows Vulnerability Scanner checks your system for Windows Vulnerabilities.
Protector Plus - Windows Vulnerability Scanner checks your system for Windows Vulnerabilities. Windows Vulnerability Scanner guides you to update with the right patch to make your system more secure.

This software is compatible with Windows XP (Home & Professional), Windows 2000 Server & Professional and Windows 2003. Once the Scan is completed, Protector Plus - Windows Vulnerability Scanner lists the vulnerabilities detected, their risk level and the download location of the patch.

It also creates the log file named Protector_Plus_Windows_Vulnerability_Scan.htm in the folder from where Protector Plus - Windows Vulnerability Scanner was executed.

Trend Micro PC-cillin Internet Security delivers superior protection for your PC and home network
Trend Micro PC-cillin Internet Security is the first personal Internet security utility that extends desktop security to your home and wireless networks.

It integrates leading antivirus technology with a personal firewall for comprehensive protection against all types of viruses, worms, Trojans, and blended threats-including network viruses, like MYDOOM and SASSER.

The software also blocks spam, detects and removes spyware, thwarts hackers, guards against phishing attacks, and filters inappropriate content.

The new Home Network Control feature enables you to easily configure, update, and control the security of all PCs on your home network. Plus, new Wi-Fi Intrusion Detection alerts you when wardrivers or
unknown users intrude your wireless network.

Here are some key features of “Trend Micro PCcillin Internet Security”:

· Advanced Parental Controls
· Antivirus Security
· Fraud Defense
· Home Network Control
· Personal Firewall
· Spyware Protection
· Vulnerability Assessment
· Wireless Network Monitoring

Supports the following versions of Symantec antivirus software:

* Norton AntiVirus 2000 for Windows 9x/NT/2000
* Norton AntiVirus 2001 for Windows 95b/98/NT/2000/Me
* Norton AntiVirus 2002 Professional Edition
* Norton AntiVirus 2002 for Windows 98/Me/NT/2000/XP Home/XP Pro
* Norton AntiVirus 2003 Professional Edition
* Norton AntiVirus 2003 for Windows 98/Me/2000/XP Home/XP Pro
* Norton AntiVirus 2004 Professional Edition
* Norton AntiVirus 2004 for Windows 98/Me/2000/XP Home/XP Pro
* Norton AntiVirus 2005 for Windows 98/Me/2000/XP Home/XP Pro
* Norton AntiVirus 7.x Corporate Edition Client
* Norton AntiVirus for Microsoft Exchange (Intel)
* Norton SystemWorks (all versions)
* Norton Utilities for Windows 95/98 (all versions)
* Symantec AntiVirus 3.0 for CacheFlow Security Gateway
* Symantec AntiVirus 3.0 for Inktomi Traffic Edge
* Symantec AntiVirus 3.0 for NetApp Filer/NetCache
* Symantec AntiVirus 3.1 for SMTP Gateways for Windows
* Symantec AntiVirus 8.0 Corporate Edition Client
* Symantec AntiVirus 8.1 Corporate Edition Client
* Symantec AntiVirus 9.0 Corporate Edition Client
* Symantec AntiVirus/Filtering 3.02 for Microsoft Exchange 2000
* Symantec AntiVirus/Filtering 3.1 for Domino
* pcAnywhere32 7.5 and higher for Windows NT

tinger is a stand-alone utility used to detect and remove specific viruses.

McAfee AVERT Stinger is not a substitute for the full anti-virus protection, but rather a tool that assists administrators and users when dealing with an infected system.

Stinger utilizes next generation scan engine technology, including process scanning, digitally signed DAT files, and scan performance optimizations.

This version of Stinger includes detection for all known variants :

BackDoor-AQJ BackDoor-CEB BackDoor-CFB
BackDoor-JZ Bat/Mumu.worm Exploit-DcomRpc
Exploit-LSASS IPCScan IRC/Flood.ap
IRC/Flood.bi IRC/Flood.cd NTServiceLoader
PWS-Narod PWS-Sincom.dll W32/Anig.worm
W32/Bagle@MM W32/Blaster.worm (Lovsan) W32/Bugbear@MM
W32/Deborm.worm.gen W32/Doomjuice.worm W32/Dumaru
W32/Elkern.cav W32/Fizzer.gen@MM W32/FunLove
W32/Klez W32/Korgo.worm W32/Lirva
W32/Lovgate W32/Mimail W32/MoFei.worm
W32/Mumu.b.worm W32/MyDoom W32/Nachi.worm
W32/Netsky W32/Nimda W32/Pate
W32/Polybot W32/Sasser.worm W32/SirCam@MM
W32/Sober W32/Sobig W32/SQLSlammer.worm
W32/Swen@MM W32/Yaha@MM W32/Zafi
W32/Zindos.worm