AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition is an anti-virus scanner that offers Resident Protection, Email Scanner, On-Demand Scanner, and Virus Vault for safe handling of infected files and automatic updates. The free version is limited in features, but includes all basic scanning functionality as well as real-time protection. It uses the same scanning engine as the commercial version, however updates are provided on a low priority basis.

Basic antivirus and antispyware protection for Windows available to download for free. Limited features, no support, for private and non-commercial use only.
1. Surf, and search with confidence, while LinkScanner keeps you safe from harmful sites
2. Get online and offline protection from viruses, spyware, and other nasties
3. Enjoy consistently high-speed PC performance with our new enhanced virus scanner
4. Automatic updates keep your protection current
5. Compatible with Windows XP, Vista, and Windows 7
6. Free support is available from other AVG users in our dedicated forum at

With this free distribution version of the popular AVG Anti-Virus system, you will get a reliable tool for your computer protection against computer viruses.

AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition Features:
1. Automatic update functionality
2. The AVG Resident Shield, which provides real-time protection as files are opened and programs are run
3. The AVG E-mail Scanner, which protects your e-mail
4. The AVG On-Demand Scanner, which allows the user to perform scheduled and manual tests
5. Free Virus Database Updates for the lifetime of the product
6. AVG Virus Vault for safe handling of infected files
7. Great customer satisfaction!
8. Please note that any previous version of AVG Free will be un-installed automatically during the installation of the new AVG Free.

Here's how AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition compares with AVG paid protection:
1. Anti-Virus (Free Edition)
Makes sure you can't get or spread a virus, worm, or Trojan horse.
2. Anti-Spyware (Free Edition)
Prevents unauthorized information access by spyware and adware.
3. LinkScanner (Free Edition)
Ensures every web page you visit is safe - even before you go there.
4. Web Shield (need Paid version)
Lets you download and exchange files without risking virus infections.
5. Advanced Anti-Rootkit protection (need Paid version)
Ensures even the toughest and most sophisticated hidden threats are kept out.
6. Game Mode (need Paid version)
Keeps you safe without interrupting you while you're playing.
7. AVG Identity Protection (need Paid Internet Security version)
Keeps your private information safe from known and unknown threats.
8. Anti-Spam (need Paid Internet Security version)
Blocks spammers and scammers from clogging your system.
9. Enhanced Firewall (need Paid Internet Security version)
Prevents hackers from seeing inside your computer.
10. System Tools (need Paid Internet Security version)
Optionally customize how AVG protection works with your system.

The latst AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition can support MS Windows 7, include MS Windows 7 x64 Edition, the AVG Anti-Virus paid version need $34.99 and 30-day trial, AVG Internet Security version need $54.99 and 30-day trial.

The license of this software is Freeware, you can free download and free use this antivirus software.