ESET Smart Security 8 2015

ESET Smart Security is an internet security suite that protects from malware such as viruses, worms, Trojans, spyware and rootkits. Different types of malware use creative approaches to infiltrate the computers of unsuspecting victims, and this security software can protect your system from hidden dangers. Computer viruses, for example, replicate themselves by spreading from computer to computer. Worms can take advantage of vulnerabilities to spread themselves over networks. Trojan horses pose as harmless until they are in position to unleash damage. Spyware gathers as much data as it can about your personal identity and online behavior. Rootkits burrow deep into operating systems and grant themselves supervisory control. In addition to guarding against these sorts of malware, ESET protects you while you’re online by blocking phishing attempts and scanning email for threats. Furthermore, it protects against malware in external media. By using heuristic analysis, which looks at a file’s behavior, ESET stops viruses so new they aren’t yet in the threat database. It also scans files in real time as they are invoked.

Although it has enough features that go beyond entry-level antivirus software to justify its categorization as an internet security suite – firewall, instant messaging protection, social media protection, bootable rescue CD, parental controls – ESET Smart Security does not contain some of the features associated with products that wound up higher in our internet security ranking. It does not have instant messaging protection. There is no virtual keyboard or online backup. It does not automatically download critical system patches. And there is no file shredder to completely remove deleted files.

This is one of the easiest internet security suites to use. Navigation presents no challenges. The default setup assumes a beginner and there is an advanced mode option. Scheduling, report logging and adjusting settings are not difficult to accomplish. It can make decisions on its own without asking for human intervention. There are keyboard shortcuts for easy navigation. A convenient laptop mode protects without draining the battery.

Features:

Antivirus (ThreatSense® technology) eliminates Windows, Mac and Linux viruses, worms, trojans, rootkits and other malware.
Antispyware protects your online privacy and identity
Host-Based Intrusion Prevention System (HIPS) blocks unauthorized changes to programs.
Cloud-Enhanced Whitelisting (Cloud-Powered Reputation technology) enables faster, more accurate malware detection.
Removable Media Control prevents malware infection from USB flash drives, CDs and DVDs; enables blocking by device ID.
Antirootkit detects and removes malware that hides from the operating system.
Antispam blocks unwanted emails and images
Intelligent Firewall defends against remote attacks with technology that adapts.
Gamer Mode suspends pop-up notifications, scanning and scheduled tasks while playing
Parental Controls restrict access to websites by specific category or individual URL.
Internet Security Training teaches you tips and techniques to make your online experience even safer.

Benefits:

Proactive Protection – ESET's smart ThreatSense® technology offers multiple layers of protection with precise identification of even never-seen-before forms of malware.
Built for Speed – ESET Smart Security 5 is lightning fast and operates smoothly in the background, so you won't even notice it's there.
Easy on You – From its compact and intuitive user interface to its minimal use of alerts, you'll be up and running in a snap without undue interruptions.
Seamless Updates – Security updates are discreetly sent to your computer, ensuring your defenses are always at their strongest.
Parental Controls
Prohibit access to up to 20 predefined website categories and any individual sites that may contain offensive material.
Advanced HIPS Configuration
Customize behavior-based HIPS to improve your security by specifying rules and permissions for the system registry and active processes and programs.
Cloud-Enhanced Whitelisting
Scan faster using our Cloud-Powered Reputation engine that compares your data to trusted files compiled in our ESET Live Grid™ database of over 100 million ESET users.

System Requirements:
Processors supported: Intel or AMD x86-x64

Operating Systems:

Microsoft Windows 8
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows 2000

Disk Space (download): 55 MB