The antivirus program only gives you a neat sense of security, and it's really useless and only slows down the system. Just look into the Antivirus department, most users have antivirus and it doesn't change anything.
The discussion centers on finding a suitable free antivirus for Windows XP, particularly for older laptops. Users suggest AVG as a viable option, while others argue that installing antivirus software may slow down the system without providing significant protection. Alternatives like Malwarebytes and AdwCleaner are mentioned, but they are clarified as not being traditional antivirus programs. ClamWin is proposed as a free, open-source option, and Kaspersky Free is also recommended. The conversation emphasizes the importance of creating disk images for recovery and suggests using browser add-ons for additional protection, highlighting that user behavior is crucial in preventing infections. Summary generated by the language model.