Program information 
- Softonic Rating:
- License:
- Free
- Added:
- September 17, 2007
- Updated:
- January 11, 2008
- Publisher:
- Website
- File size:
- 13.7 MB
- Downloads:
- 3,790
“Protect your PC from virus attacks”
PC Tools Antivirus enables you to protect your system from the most common threats such as viruses, trojans, worms and other undesirable creatures.
Despite the "Free edition" tag, I was glad to see that the program really works and it's not crippled in any way. That is, it scans your system and whenever it detects any danger, it prompts you to disinfect, put into quarantine or actually delete all affected files. However, bear in mind that if you select a full scan, your system is going to be very busy for a while. Luckily, you can schedule these scans to be performed when you don't need to work on your PC.
The program features some other typical antivirus functions, such as real time protection and seamless integration with Windows Explorer, which allows you to scan a file with just a mouse click.
PC Tools Antivirus displays a nicely designed interface with big, bright buttons for the most common tasks and a wide range of configuration settings that enable you to tweak the program's behaviour. I also liked the fact that it doesn't hog system resources, so that your PC can comfortably run even if real time protection is on.
Languages:
English
About the license:
This free version doesn't include high-speed updates, dedicated 24/7 support or phone support
OS requirements for PC Tools AntiVirus:
- OS: Win2000/XP/Vista
- Nice design
- Actually quarantines or deletes files
- Scans can be scheduled
- Integrated into Windows Explorer
- Scans take a long time
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From the publisher of PC Tools AntiVirus
With PC Tools AntiVirus Free Edition you are protected against the most nefarious cyber-threats attempting to gain access to your PC and personal information. Going online without protection against the latest fast-spreading virus and worms, such as Netsky, Mytob and MyDoom, can result in infections within minutes.
Once infected, the virus will usually attempt to spread itself to your friends, family and associates by accessing your email contacts and networked PCs. The infection may also allow hackers to access files on your PC, use it to launch attacks against other computers and websites or to send mass SPAM email.
That's why PC Tools AntiVirus Free Edition provides world-leading protection, with rapid database updates, OnGuard™ real-time protection and comprehensive system scanning to ensure your system remains safe and virus free. PC Tools products are trusted and used by millions of people everyday to protect their home and business computers against online threats.
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about PC Tools AntiVirus - 28 Jun 2008This software is great. Right after my OneCare expired i went right to my second choice which was PC Tools Antivirus. You can practically trust anything from PC Tools and this software is safe, r... read more
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