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Marie LarsenMarie Larsen 

How good is AVG free anti virus

Hi:-)
How good is AVG free antivirus? Can some viruses not get found in a scan? 
AvinashAvinash (Avast) 
Hello Marie,
Thank you for choosing AVG. Please note that the choice of whether free version or paid version suites you depends upon the usage of your device. If you use your computer more for online activities like banking, social networking and other browsing, you should have a firewall protection to block malicious content and hackers entering your computer and stealing your information. Firewall and anti spam features are included only in the paid version.
If you do not use your device for browsing much, you can go with the free version of AVG Anti Virus for basic protection.
Marie LarsenMarie Larsen
I do use my computer a lot for online activity. I mostly use youtube and Netflix. Can I still get viruses and get hacked?
Balasubramanian SBalasubramanian S (Avast) 
Yes, if you are a regular online user then it is highly recommended to purchase our AVG Internet Security which has the firewall that can provide realtime protection from all threats and prevent hackers from hacking your PC.
To know about all features of AVG Internet Security please have a look at this guide: http://files-download.avg.com/doc/AVG_Internet_Security/avg_isc_uma_en_ltst_27.pdf .
Alan BinchAlan Binch
Marie, Which firewall are you using / proposing to use with AVG Free Edition AV?.
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Marie LarsenMarie Larsen
I dont Think I have firewall on
AvinashAvinash (Avast) 
Okay, Marie.
From the information you provided so far, we suggest you to go for AVG Internet Security which comes with advanced Firewall protection to cover your PC from outside threats and hackers. Appreciate your patience.
Alan BinchAlan Binch
Marie, You can always check in your Windows if you have a firewall enabled.
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