360 Internet Security Free Download

360 Internet Security is a free and comprehensive security suite that protects various aspects of your PC. This version is for 32-bit and 64-bit Windows machines. 

Four main security pillars

360 Internet Security has been developed by Qihoo who have been in the security business since 2005. The company develops security software not only for Windows, but for Android and iPhone devices too. 360 Internet Security is based on four pillars - a powerful scanning engine, real-time threat protection, a URL filter to block potentially malicious sites while browsing and a privacy protector which alerts you when programs, applications or websites may be trying to access your personal data. 

Clean and organized interface

The first thing you notice about 360 Internet Security is that it has a well designed and organized interface that's easy to navigate. The interface is designed into several different functions accessible down the left-hand side including General, Update, Engines, Scan and Antivirus. There's also a useful Do Not Disturb feature if you don't want to be constantly updated with notifications and warnings from 360 Internet Security. 

Lightweight with no real slow-downs

360 Internet Security is also very lightweight compared to some security suites - it's very responsive and easy to change settings without lagging on requiring admin passwords. However, as with many security suites, it can be very slow at performing manual scans although the real-time protection doesn't appear to slow down your PC too much. 

Dubious protection record

The main issue with Security however is that its dubious how effective it really is. It's always hard to gauge with security suites exactly how much protection they are providing without extensive use. In the case of 360 Internet Security, it claims to be certified by various online security agencies such as ICSA, Chockmark and

 AVTest. 

Generally a well polished suite but some doubts

360 Internet Security is generally a well polished security suite for PCs. However, it's wise to text it alongside other security suites to verify how effective it really is.