Install AVG AntiVirus Free 2013

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AVG is one of the most popular free antivirus programs available. If you want to make sure your computer is as protected as possible, follow these steps to install AVG right.

Steps

Installing AVG

  1. Uninstall any antivirus programs. You should only run one antivirus program on your computer at a time to avoid conflicts and errors. AVG most likely will not even install if it detects another antivirus program running.
  2. Download AVG Free 2013. You can download the file from the AVG website. You will be directed to Download.com, where you can start your file download.
    • AVG is not available for Mac OS X.
  3. Run the install file. The install will begin, and the necessary files will be downloaded. Select your language and click Next >.
  4. Read and accept the license agreement. You must accept it to continue, so it recommended that you read the details.
  5. Select the Free license. After checking to make sure that no conflicting programs are installed, AVG will ask what type of installation you would like.
    • Selecting Express Install will install AVG toolbars and custom search sites into your browser. Disable these if you wish by choosing a Custom Installation and unchecking the boxes. Click Next >.
    • If you chose Custom Installation, you can choose what components to install in the next screen. You can turn on or off extra features.
  6. Wait for AVG to install. Once your installation is configured, the files will be downloaded and installed automatically. This may take several minutes depending on your computer speed and network connection.
  7. Restart your computer to complete the installation.

Configuring AVG

  1. Update AVG. Once AVG is installed, make sure that the latest virus updates are downloaded. Right-click on the AVG icon in the lower-right corner of the desktop. Select “Update now” from the menu.
    • The AVG installer does not always contain the latest virus updates, so be sure to check for updates as soon as possible.
  2. Run your first scan. Click the Scan now button in the bottom-left corner of the AVG window. Depending on your computer’s speed and storage size, this could up to several hours. Any viruses found will be automatically quarantined or deleted by AVG.
  3. Set up scheduled scans. From the main AVG menu, click the menu button next to the Scan Now button. It looks like 3 horizontal bars. Click Manage Scheduled Scans, and then “Edit scan schedule.”
    • Make sure Scheduled Scan is enabled at the top.
    • Set up an automated scan. It is recommended that you scan your computer at least once per week. Pick a time that your computer is on but you probably won’t be using it, as scans take a lot of system resources.

Tips

  • System requirements: 1.8GHz or faster processor, 1GB RAM, Windows (XP, Vista, 7, 8), 1500MB hard disk space.

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