However, experienced users may well make use of more advanced configuration options found in the paid programs, such as the ability to set scan exclusions, or how to process detected malware. In all three cases, the free versions make essential features such as status and scans easy to find, but tend to be somewhat simpler than the paid versions this might actually be an advantage for non-expert users.
We note that with the Bitdefender, McAfee and Panda products reviewed here, the free and paid versions have different user interfaces. In this respect, AV-Comparatives’ 2016 Support Test may be of value to users in the United Kingdom and Germany. Bear in mind that support options vary not only from manufacturer to manufacturer, but also from country to country. Consequently, if you are wondering whether to pay for an antivirus program or use a free one, the additional technical support offered by the paid version is a factor worth considering. It could mean the difference between quickly restoring a system and having to reinstall the operating system from scratch. However, in many cases, advertising pop-ups may start appearing some time after the program has been installed, or only under specific circumstances, so this can only be a rough guide.Įven for expert users, good technical support for an antivirus program can be extremely helpful. In this report, we have tried to give an indication of the advertising found in the free versions of each program. Some users will find advertising irritating and frustrating, while others will be able to ignore it. The presence or absence of advertising in an antivirus program is very much a matter of personal tolerance. We have considered the possible merits of all of these below. These include the absence of advertising, provision of technical support, a more sophisticated user interface, and additional features.
There are a number of ways in which a paid antivirus program can differ from its free counterpart.
Typical differences between paid and free programs The aim of this report is to make readers aware of some free antimalware programs available, and to consider the pros and cons of using a free program rather than paying for one. However, anyone wanting to protect their PC does not have to face great expense to do so, as the choice of effective free antivirus programs is now better than ever before.
These days, the increasing variety of malicious programs means that malware protection is more important than ever for computer users.
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