10-second breakdown:
Excellent antivirus detection rates and great results from independent testing labs make Kaspersky a strong choice for a security suite. While there aren’t a ton of bells and whistles, this software focuses on both the basics and speed.
The good:
There is a notable difference in the speed of Kaspersky over other software products on the market. Whether it’s the overall impact on resources (very light) or the speed at which virus scan are completed (very fast), you can tell a heavy emphasis was put on this performance metric.
A really strong antiviral software that has performed well and doesn’t bog you down with a ton of false positives due to it’s layered defense system.
Top-notch anti-phishing ability, a definite plus if you do a lot of online shopping or bill-paying.
The bad:
Malware protection is lacking, especially when compared to the top performers in the category.
Fewer tools are available than some of the other paid options on the market. However, that could be a trade off for the blazing speeds you’ll find.
How it works:
When you’re shopping for an antivirus suite it’s pretty clear what you’re looking for – you want to stay safe and protected. While toys and appliances have ratings from other users you can use to base your decision on, the security world has independent antivirus testing laboratories to put companies in their place and keep them honest.
Kaspersky is a household name brand that’s been in the industry much longer than most of the competition. Year over year Kaspersky Anti-Virus has been rated the very best or close to the top by the independent labs, so much so it’d be a surprise to hear if they ever didn’t do well. They’ve received more awards from labs, blogs and magazines then newer companies can even dream of.
All of those awards are backed up by cold hard data. When it comes to detection, real-time protection and performance Kaspersky always gets flawless or near perfect scores. They also offer a best in class browser plug-in that will block any web addresses that attempt to install malware on your system. It also protects you from fishing attacks – websites that pretend to be legitimate but are actually out to steal your password.
While some of the competition might only offer antivirus protection, Kaspersky branched out and offers a whole host of useful features to help keep you safe on top of the world-class antivirus detection.
One major virus that hackers love to use is a key logger – basically it keeps track of everything you type into your keyboard. Hackers sit around hoping you type in your bank info than spring out from the shadows to steal your money. On some of the higher priced packages, Kaspersky offers an ‘On-Screen Keyboard.’ A keyboard pops up on your screen you can use to type in usernames and passwords, not even physical keyloggers attached to your computer can track the virtual keyboard.
Another useful feature they bundle in is a file shredder. Simply emptying your recycling bin doesn’t actually delete the files fully. If a hacker had physical access to your computer they could run an in-depth diagnostic and retrieve anything you had on there. The file shredder works like it’s real life counterpart – what goes in will not be coming back out. Ever.
Kaspersky offers three main software packages. If you only want protection for your mobile phone, feel free to take a look at their website – there are a couple of mobile-only specialty packages. There’s also a free 30-day trial to give the security a test run and also an additional 30-day money back guarantee in case you don’t like it. If you commit to more than one year Kaspersky also gives pretty significant discounts.
The first standard offering is simply titled ‘Kaspersky Anti-Virus.’ The label tells you what’s in the box, for $39.99 you get one year of real time protection, instant safety checks for individual files you’re suspicious of, the ability to rollback changes malware made and tech support if you ever need some help.
If you decide to go with the standard package, take a look at Kaspersky’s website. The package normally only allows you to protect one system but they occasionally run specials where you can upgrade to three devices for free. If you’re looking for protection for only one Apple Mac product, they also offer a ‘Mac Protection bundle that is $10 cheaper but comes with everything standard does.
Next up is the ‘Kaspersky Internet Security’ package. It’s $49.99 for a one-year license and comes with up to three installations standard. Internet Security comes with everything the standard package does but adds a few extra features like a two-way firewall to keep hackers out and a notification system that will alert you to any potential threats when you’re connected to public wifi. In addition, Internet Security comes with an enhanced application control that can detect if a program is acting suspiciously even if it isn’t a known virus.
Last but not least is the ‘Kaspersky Total Security’ package. It will set you back $59.99 for a one-year license and comes with 5 devices standard. Total Security bundles in everything the other packages do and adds security perks like ‘Safe Kids’ that lets you safeguard your kids from downloading suspicious apps on their phones. The Total Security package also includes a password manager to keep your usernames and passwords safe as well as an automated backup utility. If anything goes wrong you can have a backup already ready to roll back your system!
With a strong track record that speaks for itself, Kaspersky Anti-Virus is a favorite among Windows users for a very good reason. It’s a pinch higher priced than the competition but offers you a brand you can trust and security you can rely on.
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