What Is Better Than Symantec Antivirus?
- Webroot AntiVirus may be a better choice than Symantec for beginning computer users. It uses a simple three-color indicator -- as opposed to Norton's complex interface -- to let you know whether your computer is properly protected. Scans and updates require only a few clicks.
- avast! Free Antivirus does not come with the same price tag as Symantec and other expensive security suites, but the program is capable of delivering comparable protection. PC Magazine recommends this program for users who are on a budget.
- Panda Cloud Antivirus is an excellent backup or "second-opinion" security program and it's free. Panda Cloud accesses an online database instead of downloading virus definitions to your hard drive, which means your will never have to update the program yourself. The online database also ensures that Panda Cloud's definitions will usually be among the most current of any software's.