The best antiviruses of 2019 TOP-10: choosing reliable protection!

Good day!

In my opinion, with the rapid development of online banking (and indeed, the "withdrawal" of money and payments online), the issue of security is becoming more and more urgent. If earlier a virus could (conditionally) disable the PC at most, now it can deprive it of livelihood (if it suddenly gets access to your card) ...

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I, of course, exaggerate a little, and nevertheless. Many users are very careless about the security of their system (they do not use any of the antiviruses at all). It's good that Windows 10 has a built-in defender (at least something ).

In general, in this article I will recommend the most reliable antivirus products (as of early 2019) that will significantly increase the security of your PC. Timely installed protection will save time, money, and nerves.

So...

Addition!

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Best Antivirus Programs for 2019 - Top 10

McAfee Total Protection

Official site: //www.mcafee.com/consumer/ru-ru/store/m0/catalog/mtp_521/mcafee-total-protection-trial.html

McAfee Total Protection - main antivirus window

McAfee Total Protection is the leading software for comprehensive protection of your computer against all types of threats. Allows you to remove both classic viruses and block Trojans, spyware, worms, malware. This program has repeatedly occupied high positions in AV tests, and received various awards!

In our country, however, this antivirus is not so popular. However, I cannot but recommend it as one of the most reliable products (at least at the beginning of 2019).

Features:

full protection against all * types of threats: viruses, trojans, worms, potentially unwanted software, etc.;
module for safe web browsing: before the page is shown to you - the antivirus will "carefully" check it. If something suspicious is found on it, McAfee Total Protection will simply block this page;
can be installed on Windows, Android, iOS;
e-mail security model;
there is a function to protect children from adult sites (this is useful if you install an antivirus on a device that children use);
built-in password manager;
built-in storage: allows you to securely encrypt your files from prying eyes;
100% Russian language support (in new versions!);
relatively low system requirements: Windows 7, 8, 10; 2 GB of RAM; 500 MB on HDD, processor at least 1.5 GHz.

IObit Malware Fighter

Official website: //ru.iobit.com/malware-fighter.php

IObit Malware Fighter - your PC might be in danger

This program is used to protect the system from malware and adware, together with the classic antivirus (note that it sees malware that a regular antivirus cannot recognize!).

For example, I think that many have come across the fact that the start page in the browser changes (or the browser itself changes by default) after installing Malware Fighter - the browser will be reliably protected from any changes by adware.

Note that the program works in real time and is very easy to set up and use. I definitely recommend it!

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Features:

system protection from spyware and adware, Trojans, potentially unwanted software, etc. (a lot of this is "not seen" by the classic antivirus);
the program works seamlessly "in parallel" with your antivirus software (significantly supplementing it and making the system more secure);
browser protection (now you will not have changed the start page, or favorites, or open some tabs without your knowledge);
friendly and intuitive interface;
Russian language support;
works on Windows OS: 7, 8, 10 (32/64 bits).

Kaspersky Lab Internet Security

Official website: //www.kaspersky.ru/internet-security

Kaspersky Internet Security - main application window, screenshot

One of the most famous Russian antiviruses, which almost every year takes high (or even prize) places in various AV tests. As for the version of Kaspersky Internet Security 2019 itself, it is a very reliable solution for protecting your network and computer from viruses, ransomware, Trojans, and other threats.

I would also note that in general, the application is not very demanding on the characteristics of the hardware, and it works quite tolerably even on PCs that are more than 5-8 years old ...

Features:

reliable protection against all sorts of viruses (and, as many note, antivirus reacts much more quickly to threats on the Runet);
regular automatic updates;
protection of online money (purchases, card data, access to online wallets - all this is reliably protected by Kaspersky Internet Security);
parental control module: allows you to restrict (prohibit) visits to certain sites for children (for more details: //ocomp.info/bezopasnost-detey-v-internet.html);
protection of confidential data;
completely Russian interface;
works on Windows, macOS, Android, etc.

Avira Antivirus

Official website: //www.avira.com/ru

Avira Antivirus 2019 - Screenshot of the main window

Antivirus from German manufacturers, which has consistently ranked high in various ratings for 15 years. Recently, the stake has been placed not only on protecting the PC, but also on speeding up it (that is, by optimizing some settings, removing gaps and updating some libraries, it is possible to increase performance).

By the way, I want to separately note that this is not just an antivirus, but a whole complex of protection against viruses, malware and adware that protects your work on the network (correspondence, mail, personal data, work with online banking, etc.).

Features:

antivirus provides comprehensive protection (and it's free!);
provides a secure (and anonymous) network experience;
password manager: now you can safely store passwords for all accounts;
antivirus optimizes some parameters to improve system performance;
module for protecting surfing on the Internet (not a single dangerous site will simply be opened in your browser);
regular updates (moreover, even in the free version);
when installed on a phone, you can protect it from theft and loss (you can remotely find out its location, erase personal data, etc.);
free VPN;
support for Windows, Android, iOS.

Disadvantage: quite a lot of advertisements pop up in the free version (however, it is quite possible to work if you are not picky ).

Trend Micro Internet Security

Official site: //www.trendmicro.com/ru_ru/forHome/products/internet-security.html

Trend Micro Internet Security 2019 - Antivirus Operation Screenshot

A very solid cloud antivirus for comprehensive protection of the system from viruses, potentially unwanted software, Trojans, worms, etc. Thanks to the latest algorithms, an optimization module and cloud technologies, the antivirus almost does not load the system (and does not interfere with your full PC work).

I can't help but notice that Trend Micro Internet Security uses algorithms built on the basis of machine learning. Thanks to this, this antivirus manages to neutralize even those threats that have not yet become widespread and are not included in the update databases.

Features:

cloud antivirus built on the latest algorithms (machine learning is involved);
e-mail protection module;
a module to protect the browser from ransomware programs, advertising "garbage", etc .;
increased security in relation to online payments, banking, etc.;
parental control: you can manually set what children are prohibited from viewing;
module to improve system performance;
the antivirus is not overloaded with various notifications (does not distract once again);
one of the cheapest paid products.

VIPRE Advanced Security

Official website: //www.vipre.com/products/home-protection/free-trial/

VIPRE Advanced Security - screen of the main antivirus window

VIPRE Advanced Security is a fairly powerful complex antivirus product that has won high awards in AV tests. Note that this antivirus takes over the functions of controlling "everything and everything": all files that you work with will be scanned; documentation; post office; connected media (flash drives, etc.); web surfing; online banking, etc.

It is also worth adding that the antivirus checks the status of Windows, and will notify you in time if there are any important updates missing (this option, in my opinion, is very useful and not all other products have it!).

Features:

comprehensive protection: antivirus, anti-spyware, firewall (with a smart algorithm for auto-detecting network attacks and attempts to gain unauthorized access both from outside and from your system (for example, suddenly some program spies on your system and sends somewhere data?));
antivirus uses cloud technology to effectively detect new threats;
component "Edge Protection": protects the web surfing by checking all the pages you open. If the page is infected with a virus, the antivirus will simply block it, securing your system;
a separate module for combating malware (many other antiviruses simply cannot fight this type of threat);
scanning of all incoming and outgoing e-mail (many types of viruses, by the way, are spread by mail). Moreover, there is an anti-spam function that filters emails and removes all the "garbage";
the presence of a separate module that checks all connected media: USB, CD / DVD disks, memory cards, etc.;
regular automatic updates;
low system requirements: 1 GB of RAM, 300 MB on HDD, Windows 7, 8, 10.

Minus: there is no official support for the Russian (but you can put it, however, this is all done "through one place" ...).

Norton Security

Official website: //ru.norton.com/norton-security-antivirus

Norton Security - Home Page Screenshot

A "monstrous" antivirus package that can protect your PC from most modern threats. In general, Norton Security is a new product that replaces several (which came before it) at once: Norton Antivirus, Norton Internet Security, Norton 360. Of course, it includes everything that was in the old software and some new items ...

Note: when switched on, max. protection level - the antivirus literally checks everything and everyone, often preventing you from simply copying files from a USB flash drive ...

Features:

provides security against most threats: viruses, Trojans, worms, malicious and potentially unwanted software, etc.;
built-in firewall, intrusion prevention system, file protection, etc .;
replaces several products at once: Norton Antivirus, Norton Internet Security, Norton 360;
protects your personal, private data;
can be installed on a wide variety of devices. The following systems are supported: Windows, Mac OS X, Android, iOS;
ensures safety when working on the network (all unsafe sites are blocked even before they are loaded);
if your phone is missing, you can find out its location (the antivirus allows remote control over the Internet);
there is a module to improve PC performance;
according to the developers: if they fail to provide antivirus protection for your device, they will refund you the money paid for it!

eScan Internet Security Suite

Official website: //www.avescan.ru/

eScan Internet Security - antivirus screen

A solid antivirus complex that prevents almost all types of threats: viruses, spam, potentially dangerous software, keyloggers, Trojans, Rutkins, etc.

In the full version of the program, I would also note the presence of such useful things as: USB protection (all connected media are checked by antivirus), virtual keyboard; Game Mode; network and Internet traffic control; the ability to block some files and folders, etc.

I will add that at the end of 2018 the program took one of the leading positions in AV tests. Perhaps the only thing that confuses it: the problem with Russification on some systems (in Windows 10 - everything is OK).

Features:

antivirus suite includes: anti-spyware, classic anti-virus scanner, anti-spam, USB control, web surfing protection; privacy protection; anti-rootkit, mail antivirus, etc.;
the presence of a built-in firewall (intelligent network control, blocking suspicious activity both from outside and in your system of some suspicious programs, for example);
the presence of a virtual keyboard (can be used when entering passwords, confirming online payments, etc. In this mode, it is impossible for any Trojans to track what you clicked);
the presence of a game mode (during the launch of games - the antivirus will give all PC resources to the game);
the ability to protect files and folders;
control of children when working on a PC (will help block the launch of unwanted videos, programs, sites);
the ability to delete files so that they cannot be restored;
the ability to create an emergency disk;
substantial discounts for educational and government institutions;
regular updates, and more!

F-Secure Safe

Official website: //www.f-secure.com/en/web/home_global/downloads

F-Secure SAFE - main program window

A simple and fairly reliable antivirus with all the necessary modules for protection. A distinctive feature would be the ability to install it on all your devices at once: PC, laptop, smartphone (one product - for all gadgets!). Moreover, due to its low system requirements, the product will work fairly quickly even on relatively old machines.

Features:

full protection of your computer from most viruses, spyware, adware, etc.;
the product can be installed immediately on all your devices: PC, laptop, phone, etc. (Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone, iPad);
search for a lost smartphone from a PC via the Internet (if F-Secure SAFE was previously installed on it);
control over web surfing: all opened pages are controlled and tested by F-Secure SAFE;
antivirus removes increased security when working with online banking and online payments;
parental control module;
regular database updates (automatic);
Russian language support + friendly and intuitive interface.

BullGuard Premium Protection

Official website: //www.bullguard.com/products/bullguard-premium-protection.aspx

BullGuard Premium Protection | screenshot of the antivirus

BullGuard Premium Protection is a powerful anti-virus package for protecting your computer from various types of threats. Note that the antivirus has a built-in "smart" firewall that takes full control of the home network and the Internet. In addition, the antivirus has a built-in tool to optimize and speed up Windows, as well as a parental control module.

I will add that this antivirus package has a cloud backup storage (25 GB). So some of your documents can be safely hidden and not be afraid for their safety ...

Features:

protection of your computer in real time: not only all running (downloadable) programs are checked, but also all USB ports, all network work, Wi-Fi and local networks, e-mail, etc.;
module for accelerating the PC during the launch of games;
a scanner for searching for vulnerabilities: the antivirus will check your system and settings, and notify (and correct) in time if something is wrong with them;
built-in firewall: fully controls the interaction of all software with the network;
control over all installed applications and drivers;
parental control module (in the presence of stop words, time limitation, filters for visiting certain sites, etc.);
increased security of personal and financial data;
works on Windows (Vista, 7, 8, 10), macOS, Android.

Minus: no "normal" support for the Russian language.

Add-ons are welcome.

Happy work!