Windows 7 how to get security center to recognize my antivirus program plus

[arrion]

I downloaded Superantispyware.com on my netbook with Windows 7 starter.
The security center notes that windows defender real time is turned off which is correct.

There is a button to scan for other antivirus programs. However, windows 7 will not recognize my antivirus software. How do I correct this?

Thanks.

 

[MikeHawthorne]

Hi

SuperAntiSpyware is not an antivirus program.
It is an Anti Malware program and it isn't exactly the same thing.

If you want to run a free antivirus program you need something like AVG 2011 free addition, (which is what I use) or Avira, or something like that.

AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition 2011 - Free software downloads and software reviews - CNET Download.com

Once it is installed Windows will recognize it as antivirus software, and it will show up in Security Center. It will update it'self and run a daily scan automatically.

I've found AVG to be reliable and not require much attention once it is installed and set up but many people are happy with Avira as well.

Mike