Facebook is referring its users to download free antivirus programs

Exercising little cautions on Facebook can be as safe as the company of the known persons.  There are billions of post, news feeds, images, apps and videos published on Facebook, each day. These are posted by the users all around the globe. It is quite essential for the users to keep up with their wits and think critically before clicking to unknown apps and feeds. Facebook is also concerned about the security of its users and that is the reason, it timely introduces new security mediums.

Facebook has always worked for the improvement of security. Recently, Facebook has announced a security initiative for its users. The aim of this new security initiative is to protect the users from phishing scams, malware and viruses. Facebook has offered an expanded URL black listing system and free downloads of the antivirus programs. Antivirus program companies who are working at the backend of Facebook are Trend Micro, Microsoft, Sophos, McAfee and Symantec. 

Gateway to the antivirus software from these five companies is the Facebook security page. This page is created to direct the users to the Antivirus Marketplace and Security Homepage from where they can download the free antivirus programs for their systems. This page is also frequently updated for security related stories. The Facebook security page is also referred as blog to know about the current happenings in the Facebook security world. Users will also be able to explore the news feeds on security posted by the Trend Micro, Microsoft, Sophos, McAfee and Symantec. They will also be able to share this information with their friends.

The antivirus programs are available for free downloads on the Antivirus Marketplace. Users can download free antivirus programs offered by above five companies. The Microsoft offers free products for its users and thus there will be no dime required to be paid. On the other hand, Trend Micro, Sophos, McAfee and Symantec offer free downloads with six months free license. Mac users are asked to concern Apple for their security updates against malware on Facebook.  Facebook’s URL black list is also going to get affiliate with the database of the above mentioned companies. This will be an effective way to secure the users from threats.

Facebook has attempted security initiative to aware the users against the threats and help them to feel more secure while browsing Facebook. Facebook has also allowed the assessment of the PDF file of Facebook security guide and other crucial security tips on the Facebook security homepage. Currently, this option is showing error, but Facebook will rectify the problem soon and fix it.

Facebook security initiative is facilitating the users and giving them the security tips from the experts of the leading antivirus software companies. Facebook is also updating the users when it encounters malware infection. It has introduced the malware checkpoint which informs the Facebook users about the malware infections and protection. Victimized users can simply visit the Facebook security page and download the antivirus software of Trend Micro, Sophos, Microsoft, McAfee and Symantec. 

An example of malware infection is DNS changer malware threat. Facebook step for alerting their users against danger is worth appreciating. Facebook and above five companies have warned the users about this malware infection and they have also given advice on how to fight against this threat. Facebook is also alerting its users against the malicious websites and cross site scripting attacks.

Facebook’s efforts in protecting its users are worth appreciating. They have made collaboration with the antivirus program companies and have supported their aim to stop malware, viruses and scams. Users can download free antivirus software from Facebook gateway and stay safe.