5 Security tools that you must have in your PC

Internet security is an issue that affects every Windows user to the same degree. In different occasions, in order to educate our readers, we have talked about different PC security tips and ways to protect our personal information on Facebook.

On this occasion, I have come up with a list of essential PC security software that you must have with your Windows. Each tool above has a particular function, which is why you should download them all and execute them every time you start the system. Therefore, you only have to enjoy a clean and safe Internet navigation.

Basic PC Security Tools:

Avast Free Antivirus (Home Edition)

We have already discussed about different free antivirus alternatives, and in my opinion, they are all good despite being free. However, I still prefer the powerful Avast rather than any other antivirus software (either paid or free) because of two main reasons: It is very light (which allows the use of thePC during the scan) and it is extremely impermeable. If you want it for personal use, there is no need to pay for brands like Norton or McAfee. On the contrary, the free alternatives are much better for regular users since they do not consume so many resources as the “big antiviruses”.

Nevertheless, if Avast is not to your like, you can try AVG Free antivirus or Trojan Remover, two very simple but highly effective tools.

Kaspersky Internet Security

Nowadays, having an antivirus that protects your hard disc is not enough. Millions of Trojans, virus and other types of malware circulate through the Internet without being detected by antivirus software and they can provoke sever damages to your PC. As for this aspect, Kaspersky Internet Security does not miss anything! Thus, you will be able to surf confidently, though you should always be alert.

Spybot Search & Destroy

Besides the virus threat, there is malicious software called “spyware” that attack your computer in order to control all your movements.

Initially, it may look like a game, but if we think it over we realize this little invader can reveal to unknown people our access passwords to social networks, e-mail and banking accounts! Also, it can reveal other personal and job information.

In order to avoid this, I suggest that you run daily scans in your computer with Spybot Search & Destroy, which will immediately remove any spyware that it detects in your computer.

Here are other two great alternatives Malware Removal Tool y Doctor Spyware Cleaner

KeyLogger and HomeGuard Activity Monitor

Finally, in order to complete your “PC security kit” with control tools, I recommend that you download KeyLogger and HomeGuard Activity Monitor. The former allows you to have complete control over who access your computer, when and what they do with it. The latter is an excellent parental control tool that allows you to set filters on those websites you want to block their access.

Who knows? Sometimes, a sister or mother without any knowledge about computing can be more dangerous than the best Trojan in the world (lol).

Well, now you know what you need to fully protect your PC. Share this note with your friends and help us to maintain a clean and safe web, free from any digital crime.

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