As expected, AVG is making available today, their free version of their anti virus & anti spyware software.The download is about 71.2 MB in size and a broadband connection is highly recommended. On the AVG site they have provided the following information:

Basic antivirus and antispyware protection for Windows available to download for free. Limited features, no support, for private and non-commercial use only.

AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition 9.0
Award winning protection to meet your basic security needs

It’s always been our philosophy at AVG that everyone has the right to basic computer security at no charge. And our 80 million users think we’re doing a pretty good job. So if you’re planning to spend time online and you regularly exchange files with friends, check us out.

• Surf, and search with confidence, while LinkScanner® keeps you safe from harmful sites
• Get online and offline protection from viruses, spyware, and other nasties
• Enjoy consistently high-speed PC performance with our new enhanced virus scanner
• Automatic updates keep your protection current
• Compatible with Windows XP, Vista, and Windows 7

According to their specifications, AVG is now compatible with Windows 7, both 32 and 64 bit editions.

Comments welcome.

Free Download AVG Version 9 Anti Virus software

Free support is available from other AVG users in our dedicated forum at forums.avg.com/avg-free-forum