Kaspersky Anti-Virus

Fine-tuned anti-virus protection

Kaspersky Anti-Virus is the newest version of one of the most popular antivirus solutionsavailable today.

Featuring the same robust engine from previous versions, the new Kaspersky Anti-Virus is one of the most powerful protection tools you can use to defend your system from viruses, worms, Trojans and other sorts ofmalware.

What does it do?

With a totally revamped interface, all designed in white and green, Kaspersky Anti-Virus feels very comfortable for the newcomer, while including extensive configuration settings that enable more tech-savvy users to adapt the program to their needs. The bottom area in Kaspersky Anti-Virus includes buttons for the program’s main functions: scans, database update, a virtual keyboard and a quarantine area for infected files.

Kaspersky Anti-Virus includes three types of system scan (Full, Critical Areas and Vulnerability). Not only does the program take care of your file system in real time, thanks to a heuristic-based monitor, but also your email, web browsing and even IM conversations. All these filters can be tweaked in the program's comprehensive settings menu. On the downside, the regular scanning of any active apps can momentarily slow down your system.

Added protection

The program also includes the so called Kaspersky Security Network, an online service that improves Kaspersky’s response to new threats, thanks to anonymous data collected from users.

There are lots more advanced settings to play around with in Kaspersky Anti-Virus. You can customize the way the utility protects your system, applying more protection, or disabling certain aspects in order to free up CPU resources. Make sure you check out our article about using the advanced features of Kaspersky Anti-Virus.

All in all, Kaspersky Anti-Virus is a nice security solution. It offers real-time protection and lets you scan your system for possible vulnerabilities. It's a suitable tool for all levels of users - clear enough for the less experienced, while also offering serious customization options for the more tech-savvy.

Free alternatives to Kaspersky Anti-Virus

There are several free antivirus suites available that can protect your computer from threats in a similar way to Kaspersky Anti-Virus. Most do not have the same level of advanced security features, but they are worth looking at if you are on a tight budget.

- avast! Free Antivirus
- Panda Cloud Antivirus
- Microsoft Security Essentials
- Avira AntiVir Personal
- Rising Antivirus 2011 Free Edition

With Kaspersky Anti-Virus you can effectively protect your system from all possible online threats.

Recent changes

• Improved: System Watcher Protects your PC against unknown threats and lets you roll back system changes made by malware
• New: Kaspersky File Advisor Allows you to check file safety with a single click of the mouse
• Improved: Kaspersky URL Advisor Marks web links with a color-coded tag to advise you of their danger level
• Improved: Anti-Phishing module Warns about phishing sites that steal personal data
• New: Task Manager Allows you to monitor malware scanning activities as they happen
• New: Completely redesigned interface Makes navigating around the PC security program quick and easy
• Improved: Desktop gadget Lets you see your computer’s security status instantly and gives you quick access to essential security settings inside Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2012.

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