The links below will take you to websites where you can download free applications which will help keep your computer safe from hackers and viruses. An antivirus will allow you to scan downloads before you run them to make sure they are safe. Many now scan in the bcakground as you click items. A firewall application will monitor your internet connection and will only allow communication from applications that you allow to communicate. Spyware and Adware removal programs deal with problems around adverising constantly appearing as you browse (such as pop ups and website redirecting).
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Every computer should have an up to date antivirus. This one does the job and won't cost you a penny. Despite being "Vista compatible", some users are experiencing problems. I would suggest that Vista users download Avast Free Antivirus Click here to download AVG Free.
Another free anti virus. This one is also free and offers better compatibility with Vista. Click here to visit the website and download.
Every computer should also have an up to date fireawall. This one is more than adequate and gives you complete control of what communicates from your computer to the internet and vice versa. It's also Vista compatible. Click here to visit the website and download.
Adware protection is still optionally, but is becmoing increasingly necessary. This provides many options to help keep your computer clean and works with Vista. Click here to visit the website and download.
This powerful scanner will find things that most virus scanners will miss. It will attempt to fix them although more serious problems may require more attention. It's also Vista compatible. Click here to visit the website and download.
System Information for Windows (SiW)
This neat little file will tell you everything there is to know about your PC. Works with Vista too. Click here to visit the website and download.
