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Best antivirus programs 2020: what to choose to protect Windows

Good day!

Someone today in 2020 may say that classic viruses have remained somewhere in the past (along with DOS, Windows 2000, XP), and antivirus protection, in general, is not needed ... 👀

But this is not entirely true: recent trends show that now it is not classic viruses that are much more widespread, but adware (embedded in the browser), hidden mining (because of this, your PC starts to slow down), spyware (which can "find out "your bank card details).

Those. Although the issue of PC protection has "shifted", it has not gone anywhere, and therefore at the beginning of the year, I (as before 👇) will give a list of the most reliable antivirus products. Of course, all presented antiviruses have a free trial period (at least) and support the Russian language.

👉 Note

1) the list of antiviruses below is compiled on the basis of personal experience and independent test results from: AV-TEST, Virus Bulletin, AV Comparatives and Roskachestvo;

2) if you went to this page because your PC began to behave suspiciously (advertising windows, errors, brakes, etc. appear) - I recommend additional. read this note: //ocomp.info/esli-antivirus-ne-vidit-virusov.html#i

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Antivirus 2020 for Windows

❶ Windows Defender

⭐ Included in Windows 10. Where and how to download the ISO image to install this system, see this note - //ocomp.info/kak-skachat-win10-legalno.html

If you use Windows 10 (and it is regularly updated automatically!), Then I should note that the built-in defender provides a very good level of security. Moreover, its work is optimized by Microsoft developers and does not affect the performance of the computer so much.

In addition, do not forget that modern browsers (for example, Chrome) have additional. built-in verification of all uploaded files.

I all lead to the fact that if you do not visit dubious sites, do not download dozens of unfamiliar applications and games, then the Windows security features should be more than enough ...

But, of course, before you rely on Windows Defender - you need to check that it is enabled 👌. To do this, press the combination Win + i, and open the tab Update & Security / Windows Security ... See screenshot below.

Windows Security

Next to each item (protection against viruses and threats, account protection, firewall, etc.) there should be a green checkmark (not like my yellow exclamation mark 👇).

Virus and threat protection, networks, application management, browser

By the way, AV-Test rates Windows Defender (this is the defender) very, very high (it only slightly loses to products from Kaspersky).

Windows Defender - Windows Defender is highly rated by AV-Test!

❷ Antivirus Kaspersky Free

Official website: //www.kaspersky.ru/free-antivirus

The main window of Kaspersky Anti-Virus

One of the most famous and reliable Russian antiviruses for the past two decades. Highly rated by international ratings, including this year.

Despite the fact that the free version does not include several advanced security modules, for home use its capabilities are more than enough for most users.

Features:

  1. real-time protection;
  2. antivirus detects not only classic viruses, but also miners, adware and spyware, ransomware and much more;
  3. there are no modules for tracking user actions (which many free products suffer from);
  4. regular updates;
  5. simple, clear and concise interface (see screenshot above);
  6. Russian support;
  7. the free version is available only in Russian for residents of Russia, Ukraine.

❸ Avast Free Antivirus

Official website: //www.avast.ru/

Avast Free Antivirus - settings menu

Avast Free Antivirus is a solid antivirus with all the essential features for your home PC. Judge for yourself, the free version of the program includes an anti-virus module, web protection, email checking, Wi-Fi connections. 👌

Well, it should be noted that in addition to all this, Avast is not quite demanding on PC resources and does not load the system with "empty" checks ...

Features:

  1. intelligent system scanning: searching for vulnerabilities through which you can infect a PC with viruses (simple passwords, missing updates, old software, etc.);
  2. not only antivirus protection, but also special. a module for analyzing software behavior (this thing allows the antivirus to isolate even threats unknown for today);
  3. "play" / "do not disturb" mode (all notifications will be hidden);
  4. web protection module: blocks malicious sites, fraudsters, etc. "businessmen";
  5. mailbox protection;
  6. protection of Wi-Fi connections;
  7. add. functions: password manager, browser cleaning, software update, creation of an emergency disk;
  8. the program is completely in Russian, supported by Windows 7/8/10 (32/64 bits).

❹ Bitdefender Antivirus Free Edition

Official website: //bitdefender.ru/antivirus-free-edition/

Your device is protected - BitDefender 2020

Simple and lightweight antivirus for your home PC. By the way, last year it was marked by Roskachestvo as one of the most reliable products. Functions and modules are standard: proactive protection, cloud, HTTP traffic analysis, anti-malware protection, etc.

Note: the free version on the official site is not always available (from time to time, for some reason, the download link disappears ...).

Features:

  1. real-time screen: checks everything that you are working with at the moment;
  2. cloud module: helps the antivirus to learn about new threats faster and block them in time;
  3. HTTP analysis: auto-blocking of all suspicious and fraudulent sites;
  4. game module: during the launch of the game, the antivirus does not bother you and hides notifications, reduces the load on the system;
  5. scanning the system when it boots (protects the system from boot viruses);
  6. smart scan technology: previously scanned files are not scanned again;
  7. the version from 2019 supports Russian in full.

❺ Panda Free Antivirus

Official website: //www.pandasecurity.com/

Panda - your PC is protected, enjoy your day!

Panda Free Antivirus is a free cloud antivirus (formerly called Panda Cloud Antivirus). This product differs from the others in that it practically does not load the system (very light!). This is achieved thanks to a reasonable combination of on-premises and cloud protection (by the way, the product is highly rated by independent tests).

Note: the antivirus needs a constant connection to the Internet, without this the reliability of the antivirus will significantly "drop").

Features:

  1. very low load on a PC without sacrificing reliability (it is recommended to put on laptops to save battery power);
  2. thanks to a very active work with the cloud - Panda is one of the first to find new little-known viruses and threats;
  3. extremely user-friendly interface: no unnecessary and tedious questions - install and forget 👌;
  4. module for protecting against malicious sites;
  5. auto-check of connected drives and USB sticks;
  6. the free version is only available for home use!
  7. Compatible with Windows XP, 7, 8, 10 (32/64 bits).

❻ Avira Free Antivirus

Official website: //www.avira.com/en/free-antivirus-windows

Avira Free Antivirus - Antivirus menu

One of the most popular and reliable antiviruses from German developers. Like Kaspersky, it has been occupying quite high places in independent international ratings for the second decade already.

It is also worth adding a good optimization of the antivirus, thanks to which, even on rather weak machines, Avira works smartly (not as fast as Panda, but still ...).

Disadvantage: Periodically advertisements pop up in the free version (not so much, but still annoying ...).

Features:

  1. protection not only against viruses, but also against adware and spyware, potentially unwanted programs;
  2. cloud protection technology Avira Protection Cloud (reduces the load on the PC, and allows you to quickly learn about new threats);
  3. the function of blocking unwanted sites before loading them by the browser;
  4. auto-blocking annoying ads;
  5. low system requirements;
  6. there is a browser extension that allows you to compare prices in online stores;
  7. the ability to protect all home devices at once (support for Windows, Android, Mac, iOS).

❼ 360 Total Security

Official website: //www.360totalsecurity.com/ru/

360 Total Security - your computer is faster and safer. Like this!

360 Total Security - this antivirus, in addition to protecting your PC, provides optimization and cleaning Windows from garbage (which in some cases allows you to speed up your computer). Actually, thanks to this, he became widely known ...

By the way, this antivirus includes engines from Avira and BitDefender, which provides a high level of security.

Features:

  1. a comprehensive system of protection against all types of threats: viruses, adware, miners, etc .;
  2. sandbox: programs run in an isolated environment;
  3. protection of the Internet: safe shopping, blocking dangerous sites, checking all viewed / downloaded files;
  4. checking the security of Wi-Fi connections, local network;
  5. add-on module protection of the registry, system-important files;
  6. auto-check of all connected media: flash drives, disks, SD cards, etc .;
  7. optimization and cleaning of the OS;
  8. fixing vulnerabilities in Windows.

❽ AVG AntiVirus FREE

Official website: //www.avg.com/ru-ru/free-antivirus-download

AVG AntiVirus FREE - Screenshot of the main window

Free Czech antivirus that provides basic PC protection. It features low CPU usage, a Windows optimization engine, and fairly good malware detection rates.

Of the minuses: in the latest versions, there was an obsessive offer to purchase the full version.

Features:

  1. protection against viruses, spyware, crypto-miners, etc .;
  2. working with the cloud (CyberCapture module) - reduces the time it takes to detect unknown viruses and potentially unwanted software;
  3. filtering letters in the mailbox, blocking spam, virus attachments;
  4. a module that controls network activity: blocking unsafe links, sites, ads;
  5. protection of confidential data (for example, online purchases, bank card data, etc. Available in the advanced version);
  6. scanning the system for vulnerabilities;
  7. module for Windows optimization;
  8. the ability to use on devices with Windows 7/8/10, Android 5+.

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Add-ons are, as always, welcome ... 👇

That's all for now, good luck!

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