To ensure a high level of security of a personal computer, it is recommended to use antivirus software. All antiviruses can be conditionally divided into paid applications and programs that do not require a license to use.
Necessary
access to the Internet
Instructions
Step 1
It is important to understand that certain antivirus software is free for home use only. Be sure to consider this feature when choosing an antivirus that suits you.
Step 2
Select an antivirus application. The most popular programs that do not require a license are the following antiviruses: Avast, Comodo Internet Security, Avira, and AVG.
Step 3
Visit the website of the developers of the selected antivirus software. Find the downloads section and go to the list of Free versions of applications.
Step 4
Click the Download or Download button. Wait a while while the necessary files are copied to your computer's hard drive.
Step 5
Run the installer. Follow the step by step menu to complete the installation of the antivirus software. Before that, it is strongly recommended to remove all existing analogs so as not to cause malfunctions in the operating system.
Step 6
Restart your computer after the installation of the anti-virus program components is complete. Make sure this application starts automatically after logging in. Some antiviruses require activation of a free license. Perform this procedure using the antivirus software menu.
Step 7
An increased level of security can be provided by a firewall program. Select a free app that belongs to the specified group. Newbies are better off using software that has a friendly interface and makes it easy to create rules for applications, such as Comodo Firewall.
Step 8
Download the selected software from the developer site. Install the firewall and restart your computer. Configure the parameters of the program. This process is usually carried out within a week, because warning windows will appear whenever new programs, applications, and utilities are launched.
