it's good for free. It's only antivirus with the free version though, you still need a decent firewall and anti spyware software, all also available free.

It is very good, according to the following ratings: http://anti-virus-software-review.toptenreviews.com/ http://www.consumersearch.com/antivirus-software

Well I've use AVG though 4 different version and have had great luck. I am really impressed with the last 2 as they scan,update & find virus and move them to vault and then delete them all automatically, along with the other great features such as: Anti-Spyware linkScanner E-Mail Scanner Resident Shield Not only do I use it myself but I put it on all the PC I work on. AVG DOWNLOAD 1. Use the following URL to reach AVG download: http://free.grisoft.com/ww.download?prd=afe 2. Click the download box (blue) red arrow 3. Green arrow and word download- click 4. Look for yellow bar at top of page, click here for options, choose download file 5. Choose save to desktop (50.7MB) 6. Once you’re done with this file move it to a folder in My Documents in case you need it again. **** For those using Foxfire the AVG toolbar is not compatible so be sure and uncheck that box when loading the software. AVG 8.5 HOW TO MANAGE At the top in the tan line you will see the words file, components. History, tools, helps. File: is simply to exit the program Components: this will open different areas of system overview such as, all the items you see on main page, and some you can adjust in this area like when update manager runs. (If you make any changes, be sure and hit save changes) History: scan results, this will show you when each time a scan has run and what was found. Resident shield detection scans files as they are copied, opened and saved and if a threat is found, it will forbid its activation. E-mail scanner detection, checks incoming and outgoing mail by using plug-ins for the most frequently used e-mail programs, when detected, viruses are moved to the vault. look at bottom of program page and you should see a green check mark in first box (there are 3 in a row) it says scan incoming messages. If not check box, hit grey box that says > save changes Virus Vault - from here you can manage any virus that have been placed here, either Delete, restore, and send to analysis, empty vault etc, and view history. Event History log- which shows all that has happen on AVG (JUST BE SURE TO CHECK EVER SO OFTEN AND EMPTY AS SOME TROJANS NEED TO BE DELETED BY HAND) Tools: here you can go ahead a scan PC if you wish just to check for your self all is well, even though it does it automatically. OR you can choose to scan a selected folder if you wish Scan a file Update; check to see that all updates have been done from here Update manager here you can set the time day for automatic to happen, set time and save changes Update directory…this would be if you must choose where to send it to look for update such as a certain network etc Advanced setting: (under tools) Be careful if you choose to change any of these, most are factory default but some can be change with no problem, read carefully But to make it run smoother always set to run automatically at certain times under the schedule section, for each one. (scan, both updates) (If you’re having a problem with scans running to often look under this setting-then schedules-scheduled scans- Make sure you pick* run at a specific time interval is picked- then set time- and click apply and OK) Help takes you to AVG’s web site to look up certain virus and what they are and how to remove them and what they are. **** If link scanner is a drag on your PC’s system resources, you can remove it by downloading & reinstalling AVG Free(and no, you don’t have to uninstall it first). When installation starts, choose add/remove components, click Next for a list of components uncheck Linkscanner, and finish the process. You’ll probably need to reboot and make sure to do a manual update to grab the most current virus definitions. To suppress any annoying warning that Linkscanner isn’t working choose advanced setting> Ignore Faulty Conditions, check the Linkscanner check box and click OK. Remember this doesn’t take away a layer of protection! Here is a link to check out support area in AVG to look up VIRUS and meaning etc http://www.avg.com/support

It is good enough that I used it for years before switching to Avira. Put another way, Toyota and Honda make decent cars, but that doesn't mean that the Nissan GT-R sucks. Like the GT-R, Avira is a better performer, but it isn't as friendly to the uninitiated as it's tamer brethren.

As a test, I have run just about every scanner on the market. AVG missed many bad files (I knew of), but did detect many things missed by Norton. To cut to the chase, Avira is very good; but Vipre (From Sunbelt Software) is better. http://www.sunbeltsoftware.com/Home-Home-Office/VIPRE/ For maximum security, I recommend Vipre in conjunction with a program called Sandboxie that will contain and isolate any virus breakout. To learn more about Sandboxie, listen to two very knowledgeable Security People, Leo Laporte and Steve Gibson. Sandboxie Episode 1 http://media.grc.com/sn/sn-172.mp3 Sandboxie Episode 2: Follow up to #1 http://media.grc.com/sn/sn-174.mp3 Sandboxie is Cheap, spend 22 euros and you keep it for life; meaning that you never need to rebuy it because you have a new computer, sandboxie can be reinstalled as many times as you like so long as you live. http://www.sandboxie.com/

AVG is great.... apart from when it cripples Windows http://securityandthe.net/2008/11/10/avg-virus-scanner-removes-critical-windows-file/ You can also see how it compares to others such as eScan, Sophos, McAfee, Avira and Avast! be going here: http://www.av-comparatives.org/

pls follow the link come to conclusion http://nod32vsavgvskaspersky.blogspot.com/

heres a link from a well supported website to get you started

I use it, works fine for me. The only problem was that I still had Norton installed, though not active (I didn't pay to renew) and the two programs kept fighting and screwing with my computer. I had a hard time getting Norton off but ever since I did things have been great!

Yes It's good. AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition - trusted by 80 million users Antivirus and Antispyware protection for Windows available to download for free NEW! LinkScanner Active Surf-Shield checks web pages for threats at the only time that matters Award-winning antivirus and antispyware Real-time safe internet surfing and searching Quality proven by 80 million of users Easy to download, install and use Protection against viruses and spyware Compatible with Windows 7, Windows Vista and Windows XP AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition is only available for single computer use for home and non commercial use. You can download it at http://www.brothersoft.com/avg-anti-virus-free-edition-60620.html Hope can help you

Yes, but I prefer free Avast.

i think it is good but each to there own . evey has there opion on how they like it

In my opinion, No. Avg is good for average users but its protection and detection rates are very poor, not giving you maximum protection. For most users who want a FREE Anti-Virus that will protect you perfectly, Avast is the one. Go to their website and see for yourself. http://Avast.com If you need anymore info, please do email me. selwood.ryan@live.co.uk

No Avira AntiVir Personal and Avast! Home Edition perform better and are free, Clamwin is an alternative although you'll need to use it with spyware doctor or malwarebytes Don't forget + points please!