Alternatives to Microsoft Security Essentials

	Microsoft Security Essentials Version: 4.10.0209.0 Package of security programs that helps protect Windows operating systems	Avast Pro Antivirus Version: 17.6.3625 Software that blocks malware and protects PCs from viruses	Windows Essentials Version: 16.4.3503.0728 Suite of tools meant to support your online routine	Microsoft Security Essentials Version: for Windows Vista/7 (32-Bit) 4.8.0204.0 Necessary protection from bad files that can damage a PC
LICENSE	Free	Trial version	Free	Free
LANGUAGE	English	English	English	English
OS	Windows 10	Windows 10 Also compatible with Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP	Windows 7	Windows 7 Also compatible with Windows Vista
Author	Microsoft	AVAST	Microsoft	Microsoft
Rating	7.1/10 (1096)	7.4/10 (402)	6.1/10 (220)	7.2/10 (178)