Best Free AntiMalware Software / Tools

[geohac]

Just thought I would share this.

1. Best Free Rootkit Scanner/Remover
2. Best Free Antivirus Software
3. Best Free Firewall
4. Best Free HIPS
5. Best Free Browser Protection Utility
6. Best Free Adware/Spyware/Scumware Remover

I highly recommend these articles!

[libeco]

I think the most important anti-(add bad stuff here) is the person at the keyboard. I think 90% of all 'attacks' can be avoided with common sense. I'm not saying to not use such software, I just feel properly trainging people what to trust and what not can really help in avoiding problems.

[james]

I'd recommend Microsoft Security Essentials.
Failing that, AVG gets the job done, but it's neither the best detection, fastest or lightest.

The best virus scanner at the moment is... *gasp* Norton 2010!
Those of you who haven't used Norton for a few years should really give it a go. It's lightweight, packed with configurations and above all, easy to uninstall!

[libeco]

After having used Norton in the past and seeing it on some laptops of fellow students I really don't think I'll give it a try. Even though I've been quite happy with AVG the past few years, I think I'm going to switch to Microsoft Security Essentials on my new laptop (once it finally comes back from repair).

[Duckeenie]

I tend to review my choice of AV software around once a year and make a decision based on the best performing free solution at the time. MS security essentials got the nod this year, previously I've used Avira and AVG primarily.

[PapaDuke]

I use Avast!5, Malwarebytes Anti-Malware for scanning, Spy-Bot for immunization, and Windows Firewall (yes, I know --- but I haven't been infected for years now, and my computer is old)