Internet browsing is both informative and exciting where you need to be properly protected with a good antivirus application to avoid hassles with bugs while working online. The web has advented since the days of Norton, with several excellent freeware software that can keep your computer safe from malware and similar viruses. An overview of the five best antivirus applications are given below: 
AVG Anti-Virus
The AVG Antivirus app is both a freeware (AVG Free) and shareware that provides protection against the various bugs floating around the internet and also occupies very less RAM without interfereing with the working of other apps simultaneously. AVG freeware has its limitations and commercial versions of their software are quite popular globally since most users find the Free tag as the only impetus to use it in their working environments including, home or office.
NOD32
NOD32 Antivirus app is a shareware beter known for its speed and occupies very less RAM as well without interfering with other software apps. NOD32 is both comprehensive and bulletproof solution that aids web browsing completely. It is not a freeware and is available at $40 annually for a home license and most users find the pricetag very affordable and also recomend it t0 their contacts.
Avast Antivirus
Avast Antivirus is both freeware (for Home) and shareware (for Professional) apps and there are several satisfied users who have shifted over from AVG Antivirus app. Avast Antivirus does occupy more RAM but its excellent protection makes up more for the increased footprint. The freeware version can only be uploaded with an email address where a free registration code from their website is given.
Avira AntiVir
Avira Antivirus is both freeware (Personal) and shareware (Premium) app which is much advanced as it detects viruses and other malware that other antivirus apps can miss. Most users find the freeware alternative easy to work with as it enables them to browse according to their preferences. The only disadvantage with Avira Antivirus that their pop-up ads can be enabled by default, but you can disable the ads with a couple of clicks.
Kaspersky Anti-Virus
Kaspersky antivirus app is a shareware is pretty consistent in malware protection with strong user base as well as satisfied users who find the annual $60 license fee very reasonable to afford and purchase. Kaspersky’s extremely quick response time to new viruses has earned it a special place in the hearts and system trays of all its users.
