Suggested Free Virus Scanner?

I am in the process of getting my friends computer cleaned up of unknown malware. Broni is guiding me through the cleaning process in another forum on VirtualDR. Doing a wonderful job BTW! Thanks, for that.

My friend has the Microsoft freeware security package protecting his system at the moment. He also got infected while using it.

I have used Avast free for years. And never had a problem (kiss of death)

So should I convince my friend to dump the Microsoft and go with Avast? Or was it likely just a bit of bad luck? I guess what I am asking, is what is the opinion of the Microsoft free security software?

Or am I missing the boat altogether, is there something better out there these days than Avast? Maybe it's time for me to move on.

Just was not being careful enough. When Broni is done, he will post a list of things your friend needs to read and heed.

MSE and malwarebytes has worked several years for me.

Thanks Train. I should have known that Broni would give instruction. He seems to be doing a very good job. As always with the Virtual Dr.

Yes, he knows what he is doing! Picked up quite a few tips myself. Catch up, probably never. :(

My family computers also use avast! I recommend checking out all the tests performed on the following site for future reference! http://www.av-comparatives.org/