If you’re in the market for anti-virus software, then look no further. Whether you’re in need of an online, cloud-based anti-software package or are looking for a downloadable option, there’s a system for you. Here’s the top 10 anti-virus software packages that’ll have you choosing the best option for your computer security requirements (listed in alphabetical order) for 2010:
Alwil Avast! Internet Security 5.0
Average price: $70
Though Alwil Avast! won’t provide the most comprehensive coverage compared to some other anti-virus software, it will give you fast scan speed and reasonable malware detection. Their free version places very well with cnet’s free anti-virus software reviews.
Average price: $37
The strength of this AVG Internet Security 9.0 suite is that it has very strong malware detection and comes with a low sticker price. Though the interface isn’t as simple to use as some other options, it does get good reviews with PC World (third place) and cnet (for the online version).
BitDefender Internet Security 2010
Average price: $32
With a great signature-based malware detection system, the BitDefender Internet Security 2010 option is one of the most popular on the market right now. The interface is simple to use and it has a very low price, though when it comes to brand new malware, it does have some difficulties.
Kaspersky Lab Internet Security 2010
Average price: $60
Easy to use, the Kaspersky Lab Internet Security 2010 system provides excellent security against rootkits and is simple for almost anyone to interface with. It also has excellent malware detection and won’t slow your computer down like some other options.
Average price: $35
Here’s another moderately priced option with a good performance record. McAfee Internet Security 2010 provides reasonable detection of malware, though the scans are slow. In general, this software will slow down your computer’s performance than other options, though the interface is easy to use for the general population.
Average price: $45
As an up-and-coming leader in anti-virus software, Panda is gaining in popularity and reliability. It has a strong signature-based malware detection system and comes with a plethora of interesting and useful features. Though the interface is less user friendly than some others and the malware detection is a bit below par, it does gain a good rating from several reviews. The Panda Cloud Antivirus Free Edition also bills very well with cnet.
PC Tools Internet Security 2010
Average price: $42
If you’re a tentative anti-virus software user, than this option might be a great choice as it comes with free tech support and provides relatively good protection and security. This version in particular is an improvement over previously year’s.
Symantec Norton Internet Security 2010
Average price: $40
Without slowing down your system, this anti-virus software will provide highly effective functionality for blocking new threats. It has been given the top billing in PC World’s security software review this year.
Trend Micro Internet Security Pro 2010
Average price: $50
As one of the fastest anti-virus software packages you can buy, the Trend Micro Internet Security Pro 2010 is great if you’re looking to maintain optimal PC performance. With a simple to use interface, it is also reasonably priced. On the con side, it does have a hard time detecting some malware.
Webroot Internet Security Essentials 2010
Average price: $40
Pick up the Webroot Internet Security essentials 2010 suite if you’re looking for a low-cost option that also includes built-in backup features. This option does well at system disinfection, but it does have a low blocking rate for new threats.
Guest Post: Geordie is an active blogger and has been guest blogging for a number of years now; her interest in this topic came from taking her computer in for a service and being hounded to add a new Virus removal tool, and then being harassed by friends to update their Virus removal software.
