Free Security

If you own a PC and use the Internet, then security software, like virus scanners, Spyware removal and other Security tools ,are essential. Don't be fooled that if it's free it's not as good. These products are, often, better than there commercial equivalent. Besides, many of the top names in Internet security software used to be freeware.

Virus Scanners

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Avast
Free virus scanner and real time protection (not just a removal tool).

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AVG
In my opinion the best Free Scanner currently Available.

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NOD32
30 Day trial. Not technically free but such a good virus scanner that it deserved a mention. And the registration price is worth it.

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Spyware Removal

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Lavasoft Adaware
This is easy to use, free and an excellent tool. Even with my expensive Internet security software, for Spyware this beats the pants off it. Free detection, removal and updates. Live protection requires purchase.

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Spy Bot Search & Destroy
Probably one of the most popular Free Spyware detection and removal software. It's personal preference between the top two, but many people would say it pays to have both.

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PC tools SpyBot
Another well know and well used Spyware removal tool. I've have also found that this has picked up many Spyware items that others have not identified.

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Encryption

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TrueCrypt
Just because this is free doesn't mean there is anything missing on this. This is a great encryption tool. Encrypt volumes of data for safe storage or transportation. Multiple Encryption methods. Outstanding product.

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