Do you suspect that your computer is infected with virus and do you feel insecure while working on computer online ? not sure if your computer is adequately protected against all known and future viruses.Most of the computer users today either do not use virus scanners or use the expired copies of available virus scanners. These virus scanning programs can not adequately protect your computer against all known and future unknown viruses, since they are updated seldom. Unless you are using a paid virus scanning program and using licensed version.
Besides being a good antivirus, it is very important to keep its patten files up-to date.Through updated pattern files virus scanners are able to identify the new viruses which are emerging daily. If you are using any antivirus program, make sure to update the pattern files on a regular basis for up-to date protection.
But what if you do not have any licensed antivirus scanner? Here are two free options available from Microsoft.
Option 1. You can use Microsoft Safety Scanner to scan your computer for viruses, spyware and other malicious software. Available free from Microsoft.
Microsoft Safety Scanner is a on-demand scanning tool which helps to remove viruses, spyware, malware and other malicious software. The Microsoft Safety Scanner will not provide ongoing protection.
To download Microsoft Safety Scanner Visit http://www.microsoft.com/security/scanner/en-us/default.aspx and click on Download Now link.
Select the required version to download and run the application. Microsoft Safety Scanner will expire after 10 days of its download. After 10 days you would have to download the newer copy from the same web site.
Option 2. For ongoing protection you would need Microsoft Security Essential. Microsoft Security Essential provides on going protection against viruses,spyware, malware and malicious software.Microsoft Security Essentials is also available for free.
To download Microsoft Security Essential visit http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security_essentials/default.aspx and click on "Download it free today" link. Select the required download and install.
Microsoft Security Essential can also be used by small business for free for up to 10 computers.
It would be advisable to first install and run Microsoft Safety Scanner. Once the computer is free from any existing virus, malware, spyware or any other malicious software there after install Microsoft Security Essential for optimum security.
So what are you waiting for? Protect your computer now for free and Thanks to Microsoft !!
