free computer protection

[filthiestfis]

I am currently using a 15 day trial of Norton but was wondering if I can get a free version of protection programme? Or must I pay to protect my pc? If so where is best to buy and how much should it cost? thanks

[smithy]

Antivir has never let me down
http://www.free-av.com/antivirus/allinonen.htm l

[TEAK36]

After being highly recommended by many Aber's, I use the free version of AVG.Try it, its excellent.

I used Norton for several years, but find the the newer versions are resource hogging and caused my laptop to slow down.

www.grisoft.com

[flipflop104]

AVG as my anti-virus software
Kerio as my firewall

[pauln90]

Have to agree with other posts.I used Norton for several years and found it slowed down my pc.I also had trouble with symantec after Norton crashed my pc just after I had paid to renew it.Didn't answer e-mails and ultimately just told me to buy a fresh version despite �30 paid 2 weeks earlier.

I have had AVG free antivirus and Zone Alarm firewall for several years and so far nothing has got past them.

Couple these two with antispyware such as Ad-awre se and spybot and you will be well protected

[Coldicote]

I have Norton and it appears to do its job, but I'm having second thoughts about it because of slowing things down. Even when off line if I want to open any previously saved work (even files I've created myself) I have to wait ages while Norton scans the file before it opens. Seems a bit daft when off line. I'll probably change when the times comes.

[filthiestfis]

Thank you everyone! When my free Nortno trial expires in 2 weeks I will follow your advice :)