By Suzana Why You Need Desktop Security Software
For many of us, we rely on our computers. Some of us rely on them for work, others rely on them for personal finance, and still others rely on them for entertainment. But no matter if you use your computer for business, personal needs or entertainment, or a combination of all three, it is important to make sure it is protected.
According to experts, over 200 new computer viruses are discovered every month, any one of which might get into your computer through jump drives, websites you visit, e-mails and downloaded programs, just to name a few. The best way to protect against the ever changing threat of computer viruses is to choose an excellent desktop security software.
Despite the name, desktop security software isn’t just for desktop computers. This type of software is designed to work with all types of computers, including laptops and notebooks. The best programs include both antivirus software and Internet software, to protect your computer both from viruses and Internet security threats (such as hackers). In addition, the best programs also have tools for cleaning and speeding up your computer, and update each and every time you connect to the Internet.
That being said, not all security software programs are the same. Your better desktop software programs are going to be sold by well known and respected names in the computer software field, including Kaspersky, McAfee, and Norton. While there are many free programs that you can download from the Internet that claim to protect and clean your computer, unfortunately many of these programs are themselves full of viruses. If the old advice “You get what you pay for” is true, then you’ll want to avoid the “free” software, and invest in virus software from a trusted source.
And don’t worry, even the very best programs are affordable. For example, Kaspersky Antivirus 2011 costs $39.95 a year, with free updates every time you connect to the Internet. This is very affordable when you consider how much a new computer would cost if a virus erased your hard drive. The key to protecting your computer from hackers, malware, viruses, etc is prevention, through desktop security software.
If your computer is currently unprotected, then consider getting desktop security software from a trusted source as soon as possible. There’s a reason that so many business and individuals have security software on their computers – to protect their data, and the time and money invested in it.
