AVG has been offering its security suite as a free download for some time, but this is the first time it has offered a paid-for alternative. As you would expect, it comes with a host of tools to protect your laptop and is split into four specific areas

When it comes to anti-virus software, we're supporters of Grisoft's free software because it does such a good job. Indeed, you'll find AVG Anti Virus on the disc.

Competition in the AV market is fierce, and sometimes you need to almost give away your product to get it on users' desktops.