Everyone knows it. Viruses can interfere with or damage your computer work. Private information gets into the wrong hands and various accounts and registrations are no longer safe from third parties. Especially business information and contents can contain sensitive material, which must not be circulated. Personal documents should be equally protected. To prevent this from happening, various developers offer software designed to protect private or business computers from unauthorized access. It is important to note that the software should be selected to suit the requirements.
The ten best programs
1. Bitdefender Internet Security 2016
2nd Kaspersky Internet Security 2016
3. Norton Security Deluxe
4 Emsisoft Internet Security
5 G Data Internet Security
6. F-Secure Internet Security (replace)
7th Trend Micro Internet Security
8 McAfee Internet Security
9th Avira Internet Security Suite
10th Avast Free Antivirus 2016
What can the programs do and what should be taken into account
Bitdefender Internet Security is the undisputed winner in the list. It detects about 99 percent of all viruses on your PC. Wireless networks are well protected with this software. Little configuration and no pointless pop-ups make this virus scanner a must-have. The fact that it has dominated all tests for two years also speaks for itself. Also included is a safe-pay function, which means that automatically a secure website is called up when you shop on the Internet and go to the shopping cart.
Kaspersky Internet Security 2016 is just behind and detects 94 percent of all viruses. Your computer is optimally protected against spyware and malware and is easy to use.
Both are subject to a fee. Anyone who wants to protect their network or individual PC as best as possible against third-party attacks should spend the money. Especially for commercial networks they are undisputed.
Ranks three to nine are not far apart in the test. They spend between 70 - 90 percent of their time on virus detection and can offer similar functions. For example, many not only have a virus scanner, but also help to clean up the computer. Boosters to use the optimal speed of the computer are also part of the repertoire.
The only freeware that convinced in the test is Avast Free Antivirus 2016, which is a reliable alternative to paid programs for private users. Those who want extensive protection and many functions should fall back on one of the front ranks.
Basically you have to keep in mind that all free programs only provide basic protection.
There are many innovations in the field of antivirus software. For example, Avast has recently started testing the router configuration. Kaspersky checks the webcam and Bitdefender checks the Facebook account against third party access.
The functions of all programs are clearly arranged and the interface is self-explanatory and easy to understand for laymen.
Worst in the test with other antivirus programs is Microsoft Security Essentials, which is also free. In view of the fact that there are far better free offers, it should be avoided. The scanner only detected 47 percent of all viruses. Microsoft's program has been subject to considerable criticism for quite some time and is in the last places of all comparisons. If you are not experienced in using the computer, the user interface is not recommended.
Programs in detail
For more information on the individual programs, please refer to our test page for the respective programs. The Bitdefender has only recently been tested by us. Click here to go to the Bitdefender Test.
Conclusion
The first two, Bitdefender and Kaspersky, are almost equally available and worth their money. They are indispensable for companies and larger networks. All others offer similar protection, but their detection rate is gradually falling. The only free alternative is Avast Free Antivirus 2016, and you should generally avoid Microsoft Essentials at this time, where even the developer recommends using third-party vendors.
