Pros:
• Impressive test score in blocking and cleaning up malware
• Minimum impact on performance
• AVG tools
• Antispam feature that blocks invalid mail

Cons:
• Program control of Firewall is traditional
• Malware could disable firewall
• Antispam misses almost half of spam
• Weak in phishing protection

Review
AVG Internet Security 2012 is known as one of the most advanced and trusted antivirus names in the world and has recently revealed their 2012 AVG internet security. The core function of this internet security software is its Antivirus that is so powerful that it can detect spyware, malware and Trojan in seconds. Even if there are no scans perform, its resident shield will inform you of the viruses that feed on your computer. In addition to that, when using IM services, the software scans every message coming from the other end. In the antivirus section, the software incorporated a link that can be acquired from the report card from AVG regarding your protection.

Its LinkScanner feature scans every link that you want to click when you search on Google and check updates from social media sites. The software can inform you if the webpage comes with viruses or not without having to click it. AVG is also capable of saving you from spam and also works in filtering every message in addition to checking the attachment if it comes with different types of threat.

Some computer users settle for windows firewall and are already confident of the protection it provides. What they do not know is they only receive basic protection through this. As what you have already known, Firewall is a very important component that protections your computer against viruses while you get connected on the internet. AVG firewall is more advanced and can check every single packet that your computer sends and receives. It can also block infected packets automatically. The identity protection feature plays a very valuable role and can protect your personal information that is stored on your computer. It also provides shields and protection against Trojan horses and spyware.

The addition features that are offered in AVG Internet Security 2012 include PC Analyzer, My Apps and AVG Accelerator. Of these features, the AVG accelerator helps in detecting malware from your computer and with PC analyzer, you will be able to improve the speed of your computer while it removes errors. This is free for one time use but you have will to pay later if you want to activate it.