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- Excellent virus-protection scores
- Doesn't slow your computer down
- Can conflict with other security software
Reviewers point to Kaspersky Anti-Virus 7.0 as the best all-around antivirus program, saying it excels at its primary task: preventing viruses. According to comparison tests, Kaspersky is better than the bestselling Norton AntiVirus 2008 (*est. $40) in all respects. It's fast and light, and it won't slow your computer down as much as other antivirus packages. Bear in mind, though, users say Kaspersky has more software conflicts and issues than the average antivirus program, though users still profess a higher level of satisfaction with Kaspersky than with Norton or McAfee. If you're an advanced user, you may be happier with the expert-level ESET NOD32 3.0 (*est. $40), which allows for a greater degree of technical control.
The best evaluations of Kaspersky Anti-Virus 7.0 antivirus software are from test sites like WestCoastLabs.com and Virus Bulletin. CNet.com also publishes reliable reviews, accompanied by posts from users. We also consulted owner opinions on Amazon.com.
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Computer magazines and specialty websites no longer conduct their own testing of antivirus programs; instead they contract with organizations like West Coast Labs. Certification requires that the "product must be able to detect all those viruses, worms and BOTS currently 'in the wild'" at the time of testing. Kaspersky has been tested multiple times with several operating systems and passes all tests.
Review: Kaspersky AntiVirus, Editors of WestCoastLabs.com
2. Virus BulletinDetails/Subscribe
To receive Virus Bulletin certification, an antivirus program must detect all in-the-wild viruses "during both on-demand and on-access scanning," and also must generate no false positives. Kaspersky has recently passed tests on Windows XP.
Review: VB100 results summary, Editors of Virus Bulletin, 2007
3. CNET
CNet.com's reviews rely on independent lab tests, but Robert Vamosi evaluates other factors that are neglected in many reviews, such as how each program affects computer speed. Kaspersky is top-rated for its ease of use, light use of CPU power and top-notch protection.
Review: Kaspersky Anti-Virus 7, Robert Vamosi, Sept. 5, 2007
4. Amazon.com
As with most antivirus software, user ratings are mixed for Kaspersky Anti-Virus at Amazon.com. Almost all the complaints have to do with installation problems or software conflicts.
Review: Kaspersky Anti-Virus 7.0 Reviews, Contributors to Amazon.com
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