Antivirus Software - By Category
Free Antivirus
Antivirus software doesn't have to be a luxury. Following are the best free antivirus for Windows and Mac, plus other free antivirus tools to keep you safe online or off.
Antivirus Reviews - Windows
Choosing the best antivirus software can be tricky. You can read antivirus software reviews or you can learn to evaluate antivirus software yourself. Whichever method you choose, we've got you covered.
Antivirus Reviews - Mac
Reviews, reader choice awards, and top picks for best Mac antivirus software.
Free Rootkit Scanners
Rootkits hide malware - often even from antivirus scanners. These free rootkit scanners can ferret out these hidden menaces.
Windows Security Guides
Malware can change settings in Windows to make it less secure. Or, depending on which version of Windows you use, settings need to be tweaked to make Windows secure. Whichever scenario you're dealing with, these Windows security guides provide helpful how-to security tips.
Mac Security Guides
Macs aren't immune to malware and, just like Windows, they require some 'hardening' to be secure. These Mac security guides will help you tweak Mac OS X security settings to be more secure online and off.
Phishing & Online Scams
From Mary Landesman, your guide to Antivirus Software, tips to help avoid email scams and phishing. Familiarize yourself with the techniques used in these email scams to avoid becoming a victim of credit card or identity theft.
Antivirus Vendors
From Mary Landesman, your guide to Antivirus Software, an alphabetical listing of antivirus vendors offering a wide range of features and services.
Antivirus Glossary of Terms
Virus terms and definitions can sometimes be confusing. Use the antivirus glossary to learn what the various malicious code terms really mean.
Malware Information
From Mary Landesman, your guide to Antivirus Software, common malware, security vulnerabilities that lead to infection, and other computer-related threats.
Viruses Explained
What is a virus, worm, trojan? What is a bot, a botnet, a zombie? All this and more explained by Mary Landesman, your About.com guide to Antivirus.