There is no big difference on what Viruses, Spyware and Malware that a Free version of the programs will remove from your computer.  They will work against the same infections, paid or free versions.

Here is the Difference between Paid Virus, Spyware and malware removal Programs and Free Virus, Spyware, and Malware Removal Programs.

#1.  Real-Time Monitoring of your PC

Ø  Paid Version:  It will Actively Monitor your computer in real-time and stop viruses, spyware, and malware from infecting your PC.

Ø  Free Version:  It will only remove the infections from your PC when you run a scan.

#2.  Updates to the Program

Ø  Paid Version:  You can setup the program to get updated virus definitions over the internet every day or week.  You can pick the schedule.

Ø  Free Version:  You will need to run the program and then click on the update button to update the program.

#3.  Scanning your PC for Infections

Ø  Paid Version:  You can setup the program to automatically scan your computer daily, weekly, or even monthly.  I would recommend you scan your computer every day if you have the paid version.

Ø  Free Version:  You can only scan your computer when you think about it.  I would always recommend you to scan your PC at least once a week.

#4.  Support for your Program

Ø  Paid Version:  You can call or email the company that made the program and get your support questions answered.

Ø  Free Version:  No Support – You are on your own.

I will always recommend people to buy the paid version if you can afford it. With the paid version you can “SET IT AND FORGET IT”. You need to be proactive in your fight against these evil viruses and spyware.

If you can’t afford the paid version then you need to use the free versions. Just try and setup a time each week to update and scan your computers.

Thomas W. Shay

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