Investigating A Comparison Of The Best And Worst Three Anti Virus Firewall Programs (Herbert Hancock)
Mar 2, 2010
Every one hates that horrible feeling that occurs when your computer contracts a deadly virus. There is this sinking in the pit of your stomach as you watch your files corrupt, your Internet connection die and your trusty anti virus program will just not start. While not all viruses can be completely kept at bay by anti virus software, they can put up a good safeguard that will prevent most computer viruses from attacking your files. In order to decide which will make the best protection, there needs to be a comparison of the top three anti virus firewall software programs: ESET NOD32 Antivirus 4, Norton Internet Security, and Norton Antivirus 2009.
The biggest thing to keep in mind for your anti virus program is that it must have a high detection rate. This is so important since it keeps the evil nasty virus from entering and corrupting your files as well as removing it and leaving no trace.
ESET NOD32 Antivirus 4 is touted and rated as the best in anti virus software. But, when compared to both Nortons' software, it falls a little short. While the prevention rate is standard, it does not come included with a fire wall. Fortunately, its prevention rate is higher than almost any other virus protection. However, both of the Nortons' software boast a higher detection rate than ESET NOD32 Antivirus 4. The difference is minimal between them, so it is best to observe other differences before making a final decision.
It is also vital to ensure that your anti virus program is compatible to your software and operating system. It would be terrible for one to pay for a program that attempts to shut down parts of your systems as well as other anti virus programs. Anyone interested in Norton Antivirus 2009 should know that this program is the lowest in this category. It conflicts with Windows XP. ESET NOD32 Antivirus 4 is the absolute best, having no conflicts in any of the Windows systems. Norton Internet Security is neither better nor worse, however, it has the added bonus of no conflicts with any other anti virus or virus protection that is already installed.
Make sure that your program is fast and easy to use. Luckily, all of these programs have high ratings in these categories.
Price is often the deciding factor in this type of situation. None of these programs are free, but Norton Antivirus 2009 starts at the low price of twenty dollars. ESET NOD32 Antivirus 4 is more expensive at thirty-five dollars, but still not as much as Norton Internet Security which tops the list at forty-five dollars.
Comparing the leftover negatives of the software can be a big help to the undecided. Although Norton Internet Security is priced high, it doe not have the spam protection and technical support that one would expect. Norton Antivirus 2009 fares the same, suffering from a lack of good tech support.
While looking at a comparison of the top three anti virus firewall software programs, the most important thing is to know that every one has different needs and requirements from their anti virus software. Decide which requirements and features you need and then you will be able to decide which program is the one for you.
About the AuthorIn order to pinpoint which offers the Best Antivirus protection, you will need to compare the top three Antivirus Firewall Software programs. We've got the inside skinny on the results..