As many of you know, we have had our struggles with viruses and Windows XP over the last couple of weeks. As we continue to learn more about these fake security software viruses, and how to protect yourself, we will continue to publish it.

At the recommendation of my computer repair guy I purchased a different anti-virus software called Avira. So far, the combination of Avira, Malwarebytes and the Windows 7 is doing the job very well. I’m especially impressed with Avira and (as much as it pains me to admit it) Windows 7 isn’t half bad either. In fact, I kind of like it… I know, I know… !

Avira, for $19, is well worth the money spent. I’ve used BitDefender, AVG, Norton, McAfee… all of which were giant resource hogs. Avira is not only lite on your system but it’s tough as nails. It’s a sharp piece of software and, so far, it hasn’t missed a beat. In fact, just this morning it found a bug trying to access my system through a banner ad…

As an Internet marketer using safe lists and traffic exchanges you are vulnerable to these attacks… most of the time you will never know it’s even happening. If you are using Windows XP, you are especially vulnerable right now, even if you are completely updated. I highly recommend that anyone using XP count their losses with your current AV protection and switch to Avira. It offer e-mail and web browsing protection that is working flawlessly right now. I also like the fact that it updates itself every two hours. You’d be amazed at how many new threats are pointed at the Internet on a daily basis.

There is an option to obtain Avira, free of charge, through the acceptance of special offers, but for $19, it’s worth every penny.

Those who aren’t using Malwarebytes, go get it and scan your system. It’s free and it seems to do the anti-spy job better than anything out there.

Click here to get Avira – Click here to get Malwarebytes