Looking for a new piece of virus protection! Any suggestions?


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    Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit
       #1

    Looking for a new piece of virus protection! Any suggestions?


    As the title suggests, I am looking for a new, reliable piece of virus protection software to use! What would you guys recommend that I use?

    Right now I am currently just using Microsoft Security Essentials and Malwarebytes, but I feel as if I should have something more! Please help! :) Thank you in advance!
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    Multi-Boot W7_Pro_x64 W8.1_Pro_x64 W10_Pro_x64 +Linux_VMs +Chromium_VM
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    WinPatrol (free and paid) has real-time protection BillP Studios - WinPatrol 2012
    It checks for system changes.
    I've read some people feel there are too many popup warnings.
    I don't have that problem.
    It depends on how much you install/uninstall programs, make system configuration changes, etc.
    You can try it for free and see how you like it.
    Malwarebytes offers free and a paid versions.
    The free version does NOT have real-time protection.
    The paid (Pro) version does have real-time protection.
    The Pro version is a one-time fee, lifetime license, no annual fees.
    If you are using the free version you could upgrade to Pro.
    If you play around with new programs a lot you could also consider
    Sanboxie
    Using a VM (Virtual Machine)
    Browser configuration and add-ons can also help with additional security.

    Common sense, safe surfing, and reading before clicking are the best protection.

    Look through the threads in Security Basics - Windows 7 Forums
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