Avast cybersecurity products will officially stop updating our antivirus product for Windows XP and Windows Vista operating systems as of January 1, 2019. The demand to protect those systems has substantially waned in recent years at the same time that the need to protect Windows 7 systems and later has grown.
Does Avast still support Windows Vista?
We still support Avast Free Antivirus for Windows Vista to an extent, updating our virus definitions to ensure that our users continue to get protection against the latest malware threats.
Which antivirus still support Windows Vista?
Avast Free Antivirus
Because it is quite popular among many users and one of the best security software available for Windows Vista (32-bit and 64-bit). Note that that the version for Windows Vista comes for free.
Does AVG work with Windows Vista?
Versions 18.8 and lower of the following products: AVG AntiVirus FREE and AVG Internet Security are still supported on Windows XP and Windows Vista. People using older versions of AVG on Windows XP or Windows Vista will continue to receive virus definition updates and be protected.
Will McAfee work with Windows Vista?
CAUTION: Microsoft no longer supports Windows XP or Vista. … McAfee can only provide “best effort” technical support for McAfee products installed on Windows XP. The current McAfee Security Suites do not support Windows XP.
Does Norton antivirus work with Windows Vista?
Please use our Norton Update Center to get the latest versions of your Norton products.
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Compatibility of Norton products with Windows.
| Product | Norton AntiVirus |
|---|---|
| Windows 8 (Windows 8 and Windows 8.1) | Yes |
| Windows 7 (Windows 7 Service Pack 1 or later) | Yes |
| Windows Vista** (Windows Vista Service Pack 1 or later) | Yes |
| Windows XP** (Windows XP Service Pack 3) | Yes |
What can I do with my Windows Vista laptop?
How to Best Use Your Old Windows XP or Vista Computer
- Old-School Gaming. Many modern games don’t properly support older operating systems (OS), but that doesn’t mean you can’t get your gaming fix. …
- Office Work. …
- Media Player. …
- Recycle the Parts. …
- Get Protected and Deep Freeze.
What antivirus is compatible with Windows XP?
Official antivirus for Windows XP
AV Comparatives successfully tested Avast on Windows XP. And being Windows XP’s official consumer security software provider is yet another reason why more than 435 million users trust Avast.
How do I update Windows Defender in Vista?
Administrators can manually download and install the update to Windows Defender. Download the Update for Windows Vista (931099) package now. Download the for Windows Vista for x64-based Systems (931099) package now. Microsoft scanned this file for viruses.
Can I still use Windows Vista in 2019?
We’ll do our best to support these operating systems for another few weeks (until 15 April 2019). After the 15th, we’ll be discontinuing support for browsers on Windows XP and Windows Vista. So that you stay safe and get the most out of your computer (and Rex), it’s important you upgrade to a newer operating system.
Is Avast safe?
On the whole, yes. Avast is a good antivirus and provides a decent level of security protection. The free version comes with lots of features, although it doesn’t protect against ransomware. If you want premium protection, you’ll have to upgrade to one of the paid-for options.