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Free Online Virus Scanners
Free online virus scanners usually will identify
a virus but not remove the threat. Some anti-virus software providers may
require you to purchase their software before you can disinfect your computer.
Other providers may offer a limited time free trial, after which you must purchase
the software to continue using it.
This is a list of the most popular
free online virus scanners...
Panda
ActiveScan
Detects and eliminates more threats than traditional antivirus
solutions thanks to its latest generation technologies. An advanced online scanner
based on Collective Intelligence (scanning in-the-cloud) that detects malware
that traditional security solutions cannot detect. Find hidden threats on your
PC, such as rootkits, banker Trojans and malware designed to steal your identity.
Supports Internet Explorer, Firefox and Vista.
Norton
Security Scan
Performs the following tests and offers recommendations
based on the results: Hacker Exposure Check
determines whether your computer allows unknown or unauthorized Internet communications.
Windows Vulnerability Check will look
to see whether basic information about your computer, including your PC's network
identity, is exposed to hackers. Trojan Horse Check
reports whether your computer is safe from Trojan horses. Antivirus
Product Check will determine whether you're protected by a commonly-used
virus protection product. Virus Protection Update Check
will let you know if you're safe from the latest viruses (applicable if you have
a virus protection product).
McAfee
FreeScan
Helps you detect thousands of potential viruses on your computer.
Based on the award-winning McAfee VirusScan engine, FreeScan searches for viruses,
including the latest known "in the wild" viruses, and displays a detailed list
of any infected files. Should viruses be found, FreeScan even provides links to
more information about the viruses and what you can do to clean your system. Also,
McAfee offers free
virus removal tools for some of the biggest virus threats.
Trend
Micro HouseCall
An application for checking whether your computer has
been infected by viruses, spyware, or other malware. HouseCall performs additional
security checks to identify and fix vulnerabilities to prevent reinfection.
F-Secure
Online Scanner
Use it to find out if your computer is infected, and
disinfect your computer if needed. The product will automatically download the
necessary components and virus definition databases as it is started. The size
of the download package is about 35 MB including databases.
ESET
Online Scanner
This user-friendly, powerful online antivirus utility
can remove malware -- viruses, spyware, adware, worms, trojans, and more -- from
any PC utilizing only a web browser. The scanner uses the same ThreatSenseŽ technology
and signatures as ESET NOD32 Antivirus, which means it is always up-to-date. No
installation required.
BitDefender
Online Scanner
An on-demand virus scanner which incorporates the award-winning
BitDefender scanning engines. You can use it to scan your system's memory, all
files and drives' boot sectors, and to automatically clean infected files.
CA
Online Threat Scanner
Scans your computer for viruses and spyware.
The scanner is capable of detecting malware threats from within your web browser.
To use the scanner, you will be prompted to install ActiveX. Note: You may use
the scanner free of charge. Additional software is required to quarantine or cure
detected malware. Click the Buy button on the Scanner or Scan Results tab to purchase
this software.
Free Anti-Virus Software
AVG
Anti-Virus Free Edition
A totally free anti-virus protection
tool developed for home use. Automatically download free updates to get the latest
virus databases. Features include: AVG Resident Protection, AVG e-mail Scanner,
AVG on-Demand Scanner, Basic Scheduled Tests, Free Virus Database Updates, Automatic
Update feature, Easy-To-Use Interface, Automatic Healing of infected files, AVG
Virus Vault for safe handling of infected files.
Editor's
Note: This may not be the right product for inexperienced computer
users since AVG Free Edition does not provide technical support. We've included
it in our list because it is an excellent FREE anti-virus solution for EXPERIENCED
computer users. 58.12 MB download.
Avira AntiVir
Personal - Free
A comprehensive and flexible tool you can rely on
to protect your computer from dangerous viruses, malware, adware and spyware,
unwanted programs and other dangers. Avira AntiVir Personal constantly and rapidly
scans your computer for malicious programs such as viruses, Trojans, backdoor
programs, hoaxes, worms, dialers, etc. Monitors every action executed by the user
or the operating system and reacts promptly when a malicious program is detected.
It is a comprehensive, easy to use antivirus program, designed to offer reliable
virus protection to home-users, for personal use only, and is not for business
or commercial use. Available for Windows or UNIX. 21.04 MB download.
Free
avast! Home Edition 4.8
A full-featured antivirus package providing
continuous protection of your valuable data and programs by updating itself automatically.
Simply install and forget. It also comes with anti-spyware & anti-rootkit protection
for Windows, which are typically available only in the paid versions of many antivirus
products. It is now free of charge for HOME users for NONCOMMERCIAL use. Detection
of In-the-Wild viruses and very good detection of trojan horses, all that with
only a minimum number of false alarms. Includes the Virus Cleaner, a tool designed
for a complete removal of most common infections from already-infected computers.
Online FAQ pages and forum support. 29.81 MB download.
