A computer virus is a malicious piece of software code, written with the intention of stealing data, gaining unauthorized access or compromising your computer's security. There are many virus weapons in the ****er's arsenal, which can only be combated with the best antivirus programs installed on your computer. An antivirus program is designed to detect the presence of malicious computer programs or viruses like trojans and worms on your system.
Most of them work by scanning your system files and look for virus signatures, by referring to a database, which is regularly updated. What complicated matters is an Internet connection, which is a hotbed of viruses waiting to pounce upon your system. The best antivirus software programs offer protection for all the exposure points of your system.
This includes network security, Internet security, protection for email and Internet browsing, P2P protection and a firewall, besides real time scanning for the system. Let us see what features to look out for, when buying an antivirus program.
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