AVG is one of the most popular free antivirus

available in the market. If you want to make sure your

computer protected as possible from viruses and

malwares, follow these methods to install AVG

antivirus.

There are two methods:

- Installing AVG

- Configuring AVG

Method 1 of 2: Installing AVGStep-1 Uninstall any antivirus programs. You should only run one

antivirus program on your computer at a time to avoid conflicts and errors. AVG most likely will not even install if it detects another antivirus

program running.

Step-2 Download AVG Free 2013. You can download the file from the AVG website. You will be directed to Download.com, where you can

start your file download. AVG is not available for Mac OS X.

Step-3 Run the install file. The install will begin, and the necessary files will be downloaded. Select your language

and click < Next >.

Step-4 Read and accept the license agreement. You must accept it to continue, so it recommended that you read the

details.

Step-5 Select the Free license. After checking to make sure that no conflicting programs are installed, AVG will ask

what type of installation you would like.

Step-6 Wait for AVG to install. Once your installation is configured, the files will be downloaded and installed automatically. This may take several minutes depending on your computer speed and network

connection.

Step-7 Restart your computer to complete the installation.

Method 1 of 2: Configuring AVGStep-1 Update AVG. Once AVG is installed, make sure that the latest

virus updates are downloaded. Right-click on the AVG icon in the lower-right corner of the desktop. Select “Update now” from the

menu

Step-2 Run your first scan. Click the Scan now button in the bottom-left corner of the AVG

window. Depending on your computer’s speed and storage size, this could up to several hours.

Any viruses found will be automatically quarantined or deleted by AVG.

Step-3 Set up scheduled scans. From the main AVG menu, click the menu button next to the Scan Now button. It looks like 3 horizontal bars. Click Manage

Scheduled Scans, and then “Edit scan schedule.” Make sure Scheduled Scan is enabled at the top.

Set up an automated scan. It is recommended that you scan your computer at least once per week. Pick

a time that your computer is on but you probably won’t be using it, as scans take a lot of system

resources.