AVG Antivirus

AVG Antivirus PRO is now discontinued so it will not receive any further updates. Since it's an anti-malware application, it's essential that users receive the newest updates to keep their computers protected. The download links for AVG Antivirus PRO redirect you to other AVG products that still get regular updates.

Key Features

• Anti-Malware/Anti-Spyware


• Cloud Technology


• Identity Protection


• Smart Scanner


• Link Scanner


• E-mail and Social Network Protection


• Safe Download Modules

Specifications

• Price: FREE


• Publisher: AVG Technologies


• File: /home/rsyncd/mnt/root/softpedia/Downloads/Windows Apps/Antivirus/A/AVG Antivirus/installer.exe

Overview

The antivirus solutions provided by AVG quickly made it to the top, due to their ability to protect computers from the latest threats via strong shields against spyware and online malware.

Installation and Interface

During the installation process, users are prompted to select the components to be deployed on the system. Contrary to expectations, installing it does not take up more than a few minutes of your time, nor does it require a system restart. AVG Antivirus provides users with an elegant, professional looking interface that offers quick access to its features.

Protection and Performance

The Anti-virus component of AVG protects your computer system from viruses, worms, spyware and Trojans, while the Link Scanner blocks web-based attacks and network traffic when you're online. The Smart Scan feature includes possibilities to scan the whole computer or specified locations.

E-mail Protection and Identity Theft

E-mail Protection guarantees the integrity of incoming and outbound e-mails (including filtering of spam), while the Identity Theft module serves for protecting your digital assets and blocks activities that lead to ID theft.

Conclusion

In conclusion, time spent with AVG Antivirus results in a safer, cleaner environment. If it’s not advanced enough for you, you can try the Internet Security Suite for additional features such as firewall or anti-spam capabilities.