The Best Antivirus Software for Business
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Business owners know much of their success depends on their computer operations always being up and running. It's consequently critical that businesses find the best antivirus software to ensure they are protected from the daily onslaught of viruses, spyware, Trojans, worms and other malware. Today, antivirus software is more effective than ever, but the array of options can make the choice difficult.
Our sister site, TopTenREVIEWS, does extensive in-depth reviews of antivirus software. Here are the Top 3 recommendations for antivirus software:
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#1 Bitdefender Antivirus Plus 2012
TopTenREVIEWS rated this year's Bitdefnder software tops for its rock-solid security, simple usability, effective resource usage and an enticing price point. It offers superior protection and performance for both advanced users looking to control the whole process manually and average users who simply want a set-and-forget solution.
Features: Protects against a number of online, email and instant messaging threats, including viruses, spyware and phishing scams. Its Active Virus Control detects and contains stealth threats using proactive measures to monitor all application activity. Bitdefender also monitors privacy settings on Facebook and Twitter and blocks any threatening links that friends send from inside those social media networks. Also offers special features specifically for gamers and laptops.
Help and Support: Help is available 24/7 via phone, email or online live chat. There is also a dedicated help section on Bitdefender's website that includes articles, a knowledgebase, help files, troubleshooting and video tutorials.
Costs: To compare costs, visit TopTenREVIEWS best antivirus software comparisons,
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Kaspersky Anti-Virus earns the TopTenREVIEWS Silver Award for providing top-notch security through an application that is both professional and easy to use. It protects systems from a number of threats, including bots, worms, Trojans, rootkits, spyware and viruses. The software also includes advanced technologies that detect and prevent new threats. The software is a perfect option for advanced users looking for intensive controls or laidback users who simply need protection without constant supervision.
Features: Users can control just about every component of the software to schedule scans, adjust security levels, toggle specific features and change the appearance of the software. It utilizes iChecker, making it possible for the software to identify files that have been opened or changed since the last scan, as well as iSwift, which keeps an eye on resource usage to optimize performance. There is also a desktop security gadget that provides better access and awareness of the system's security at all times.
Help and Support: Technical support comes in the form of a searchable online knowledgebase, FAQs, product manuals and an active form. Users also can connect with a support team member over the phone or via online live chat.
Costs: To compare costs, visit TopTenREVIEWS best antivirus software comparisons.
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Panda Antivirus Pro was rated highly by TopTenReviews for producing some of the best results in the antivirus software market. An independent IT-security institute found that thesoftware scores among the best at usability, protection and repair. Industry analysts praise its technology innovations, as well as its integration with a proprietary firewall. Since millions of the software's users opt to share details of whatever attacks them, Panda is able to quickly identify and contain fast-breaking threats with newly developed antidotes.
Features: The software includes a firewall, but conveniently leaves it off by default for those who want to stay with the Windows firewall. The software scans internet browsing, instant messaging, emails and files on disk for all known threats. It also offers protection from unknown threats by examining the program code in malware to figure out if it is a virus, worm or spyware and determine the threat level. The Panda Safe Browser lets users safely surf online. Any detected threats are sent straight into a virtual sand box and isolated until the intention becomes clear.
Help and Support: Panda’s online support center hosts a user forum, support blog and product-specific FAQs. Access to technical support is available only via email. An in-program user manual is also available.
Costs: To compare costs, visit TopTenREVIEWS best antivirus software comparisons.
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Chad Brooks is a Chicago-based freelance business and technology writer who has worked in public relations and spent 10 years as a newspaper reporter. You can reach him at chadgbrooks@gmail.com or follow him on Twitter @cbrooks76.