AVG Anti-Virus 8.0 Free
Those of you that are running the free (and pay) versions of AVG 7.5 are probably getting messages about upgrading to version 8.0. Virus definition updates and support for the free version of AVG 7.5 will end as of 05/31/2008. There is a free version of AVG 8.0, but it is not easy to find, and the update messages steer free users towards the pay version.
The free version of AVG 8.0 is available from this web page. Use the second link down, which will pull the file directly from AVG’s servers.
It is strongly recommended that, when installing AVG 8.0 Free, a custom (rather than default) install is selected. We would suggest NOT installing the “Web Shield” nor the “AVG Security Toolbar”. Users have reported better performance without having these options installed.
As always, if you need assistance or have questions about securing and protecting your computer or network, contact us! We’d be happy to be of assistance!