Pros

• F-Secure Antivirus has a very simple interface which allows you to tweak it to your requirements
• All files on your PC are scanned as they are opened, and this is efficiently done so you won’t experience any interruptions or delays
• If you get stuck or have a problem, support is available 24/7

Cons

• Full protection from phishing and identity thieves is only available from the internet security package
• little change from 2011 version, making it lag behind the competition

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F-Secure Antivirus is a good antivirus program that has a reputation for providing fast and effective virus scans. It has a simple interface suited for both experienced and novice users. It is the perfect solution for fighting viruses, worms and Trojans using its highly effective suite of tools.

Installation

Installing F-Secure is quick and straightforward and with a few clicks of the mouse it will be fully installed and ready to do its job. It’s automatically configured to uninstall any older antivirus software on your PC. It is one of the quickest antivirus software packages to install, and total installation time is less than 5 minutes.

Ease of Use

F-Secure Antivirus has a simple interface and one that can be learnt easily. The navigation is simple and makes scheduling scans and adjusting settings very easy. The main dashboard allows quick access to the essential features like Scan, Update and Statistics. You won’t have to run these most of the time, because it updates and scans automatically.

Updates

Updates are regularly available and they are scheduled by default to download every 2 hours; and with the proactive DeepGuard Network, users are protected and updated from new threats as they appear within 60 seconds.

Support

F-Secure Antivirus has numerous channels for users to access technical support. There is 24/7 telephone support or you can submit an email request. Several files are available online and are a knowledge base packed with technical help files.

Summary

So why do we recommend F-Secure Antivirus? Because it is another great antivirus software package. It does all the work in protecting Home and Business users and is complete with proactive detection, simple usability and cloud security.