Microsoft has included a handful of security tools in Windows 8. You have the Windows Defender, the Microsoft Security Essentials suite and Windows Family Live. Microsoft also has a free on demand scanner available to find centralized problems. In Windows 8, you can use the Microsoft Safety Scanner to check for spot problems with your system, such as Trojans, exploits and worms. Our guide will show you how to ...

There are a lot of ways a virus or spyware can seep its way into your computer. You could be browsing the Internet and go to the wrong web site or you can download a file you thought was one thing and it really is another. One of the least common ways for a computer to get infected is from an external device, such as a flash drive, external drive or other external media. NoAutorun ...

Dr.Web is a Russian-based antivirus and computer diagnostic that helps keep your computer safe from the latest threats on the world wide web. It was first released in 1992 in Russia and then spread from there through popularity. Dr.Web offers an antivirus as well as anti-spam program for users, along with Firefox extensions to help keep you protected no matter where you go or what you do online. Our guide will show you how to get ...

TrendMicro, a leading anti-virus and anti-malware company, offers a free online virus scanner called HouseCall. HouseCall works for Windows 7 whether you run the 32-bit or 64-bit version of the operating system. HouseCall is quick to download, easy to use and can help alert you to issues on your computer surrounding viruses, malware and other threats. In the latest version of HouseCall, you can take advantage of a better looking user interface and it scans for more ...

One of the quickest ways to determine if you have an active threat on your computer is to use an online security scanner. These scanners come from some of the best names in the anti-virus business, such as Kaspersky, McAfee and Trend Micro. Norton also offers a free security scan to computer users through their web site before they opt to purchase software. This security scan is a new feature to Norton and it helps supplement what users are ...

SUPERAntiSpyware is a colorful anti-spyware program that comes in either a free, portable, professional or educational version. It offers advanced detection, removal utilities, real-time protection and scheduling. For those looking for a new way to protect their computers from harm, SUPERAntiSpyware may be just what you are looking for. Our guide to SUPERAntiSpyware will walk you through how to get started with the software and then you can be the judge if it is right for you ...

HijackThis is an advanced software title that allows users to combat one of the most malicious forms of malware: The hijack. HijackThis was developed by an independent company before being acquired by Trend Micro. The software is a freeware title that fights browser hijacks as well as locating other issues that may arise from hijacks in other areas of your computer. However, be warned, unless you understand how these hijacks are working to do harm, you may ...

Malwarebytes is a popular anti-malware software title that has been available to users since 2008. When first released, the Malwarebytes Corporation, did not realize just what a gem it had developed. Many Internet users who have been infected by malware swear by the free version of this software. While Malwarebytes comes in a free and paid version, the free version is more than enough for the average ...

Windows 7 introduced the Defender to help protect your computer from the threats of being on the Internet. By introducing their own way to combat spyware, adware and more, Windows allows you to worry less about finding the right anti-virus, spyware and software to combat these issues on your own. While the Defender should not be stand alone, it is one more tool in the arsenal against threats of being online in the world. The Windows 7 Defender’s primary purpose is to combat the harm that comes from spyware ...

Everyone knows that decent anti-virus protection is a staple of any Windows-based machine, and if you don't, then you should do now. Because it is. But sometimes people fall into the trap of claiming anti-virus is too expensive, despite the abundance of free basic packages from various vendors. Well, now there's no excuse. At least not for the next 6 months, as Panda Anti-Virus is offering a free 6-month license for its innovative cloud anti-virus product for anyone with Facebook and a mouse for clicking 'Like'.   What is Panda Cloud Anti-Virus Well as the title ...