Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 is the backbone of your PC's security system, delivering real-time protection from the latest malware and viruses. It works behind the scenes with intelligent scanning and small, frequent updates, while proactively protecting you from known and emerging Internet threats. Enjoy essential protection that won't slow you down!
Even if an unknown piece of malware manages to get onto your PC, Kasperskys unique System Watcher will detect dangerous behaviour and allow you to undo or rollback most malicious actions.
A new anti-phishing engine improves your defences against Internet fraudsters attempts to gain access to your personal information.
Even if your PC and the applications running on it havent been updated with the latest fixes, Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 can prevent exploitation of vulnerabilities by:
- controlling the launch of executable files from applications with vulnerabilities
- analysing the behaviour of executable files for any similarities with malicious programs
- restricting the actions allowed by applications with vulnerabilities
Minimal impact on PC performance for a range of usage scenarios Improved!
Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 is optimised so that it does not have a significant impact on network activity, the installation of programs, the launch of web browsers or the launch of programs. In addition, a special Gamer Mode ensures an uninterrupted game experience while still keeping you secure.
Optimised antivirus databases Improved!
With antivirus information provided from the cloud, weve significantly reduced the size of the antivirus databases stored on your PC which helps to improve performance and reduce the time taken for installation and updates.
Reduced Battery Drain New!
When its installed on a laptop that is running on battery power, Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 automatically reduces its usage of resources to help increase the time the laptop can run before needing to be recharged.
Easy-to-use interface Improved!
The main interface window is optimised to help boost performance and ease of use for many popular user scenarios including launching scans and fixing problems.
Virtual Keyboard
Virtual Keyboard allows you to use mouse-clicks to enter your banking information online so your personal information cant be tracked or stolen by keyloggers, hackers or identity thieves.
Compatible with Windows 8 and delivers additional security New!
In addition to being fully compatible with Windows 8, Kaspersky Internet Security 2013 includes features that provide even greater protection:
- Kaspersky Now is a new application that has been developed to integrate with Microsofts new user interface to display your PCs protection status and enable the rapid launch of vital security features
- For other applications that are compatible with Microsofts new user interface, Kaspersky technologies scan the applications for viruses and infected applications are removed and then replaced with clean applications
- Integration with Early-Launch Anti-Malware (ELAM) technology to provide protection even before your PC boots up
- Integration with Windows Security Centres newly enhanced functionality
Protects against all viruses
By combining cloud-based functionality and powerful security technologies that run on your PC, Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 delivers essential security against todays threats.
Detects new, emerging and unknown threats
The cloud-based Kaspersky Security Network gathers data from millions of participating users systems around the world to help defend you from the very latest viruses and malware attacks. Potential threats are monitored and analysed in real-time and dangerous actions are completely blocked before they can cause any harm.
Identifies suspicious websites and phishing websites
Advanced anti-phishing technologies proactively detect fraudulent URLs and use real-time information from the cloud, to help ensure youre not tricked into disclosing your valuable data to phishing websites. Our URL Advisor also adds colour-coded tags to all web links to advise you of the danger level of the link and subsequent pages.
Prevents malware from exploiting vulnerabilities in your PC
If your PC has application or system vulnerabilities that havent been updated with the latest fixes, cyber criminals and malware could gain entry. In addition to scanning for vulnerabilities, Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 analyses and controls the actions of programs that have vulnerabilities so they cant cause any harm.
Automatic download and installation features save you time and effort
Installation now requires far fewer manual steps. When you first download the product from our website, it automatically checks for the latest product version disinfects existing malware, if necessary and then starts the installation.
Compatible with Windows 8
Kaspersky Internet Security 2013 is fully compatible with Microsofts latest operating system Windows 8 and is integrated with Microsofts latest IT security innovations. In addition, Kaspersky Now a new application that has been developed to support Microsofts new user interface lets you monitor your PCs security status and launch vital security features.
System Requirements
| Operating Systems* |
Hardware Requirements |
- Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2 or higher)
- Microsoft Windows XP Professional (Service Pack 2 or higher)
- Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition (Service Pack 2 or higher)
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- Processor:800MHz or higher
- 512MB available RAM
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- Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic (32/64 Bit) (Service Pack 1)
- Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (32/64 Bit) (Service Pack 1)
- Microsoft Windows Vista Business (32/64 Bit) (Service Pack 1)
- Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise (32/64 Bit) (Service Pack 1)
- Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate (32/64 Bit) (Service Pack 1)
- Microsoft Windows 7 Starter
- Microsoft Windows 7 Home Basic (32/64 Bit)
- Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium (32/64 Bit)
- Microsoft Windows 7 Professional (32/64 Bit)
- Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (32/64 Bit)
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- Processor: 1 GHz or higher
- 1 GB available RAM (32 Bit) or 2 GB available RAM (64 Bit)
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- Microsoft Windows 8 (32/64 Bit)
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- Processor: 1 GHz or higher
- 1 GB available RAM (32 Bit) or 2 GB available RAM (64 bit)
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| Required for all installations |
- Approximately 480 MB free space on the hard drive (depending on size of antivirus database)
- CD/DVD Drive for installation of the program from CD ROM
- Computer mouse
- Internet connection for product activation
- Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 or higher
- Microsoft Windows Installer 3.0 or higher
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| Hardware requirements for Notebooks |
- CPU: Intel Atom 1.6GHz
- RAM: 1 GB DDR2
- Video Card: Intel GMA950
- Screen: 10.1 inch, 1024 x 600 widescreen
- Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
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