Recommendation for Antivirus/security/malware Programs for PC

Just upgraded windows on my PC to give it a new lease of life and are a little confused on what free antivirus programs I should use.

This PC is used for online banking so security is important.

Have been using AVG, SpywareBlaster, Malwarebytes and IObit.

Any recommendations from PropertyChat IT experts would be appreciated

 

I use AVG and stay away from clicking on dodgy 'links' and attachments.
No issues so far... have one windows laptop since 8 years (Yes, it still works great)

 

If you want to go hardcore...install Ubuntu in a virtual machine and do your online banking in that.

Virtual box and Ubuntu are both free...

Whatever you do make sure you're not using windows as admin. Set up a user account and use that for day to day life.

 

That or Bit Defender

 

Try this

http://www.webroot.com/au/en/

 

I've been using Kaspersky for the last year or so. I really like it. It doesn't slow me down and just works away in the background without being totally annoying.

 

I can recommend Avast for antivirus - have been using for many, many years and no issues. Apart from the occasional nag to "upgrade" it's been great.

 

Malwarebytes Anti-Exploit and Anti-Malware are probably the best on-access web protection you can use. They are supposed to block shellcode exploits and malicious websites, which many basic anti-virus programs don't do.

 

I use ESET as well... on laptop and phone. Easy to use, alerts you to any issues etc

 

I use Windows Defender that comes with Version 10, never had a problem.

 

Thank you everyone for your tips and recommendations. I've installed a bunch of programs and my PC is now running smooth and safe