Since this seems like such an important topic, I decided to make a list of packages that work.

These packages often are designed to only run on specific versions of Windows.

And now, on to the list…

List of Anti-Virus Software Compatible with Windows 7

This software works without any issues that I could find during my quick testing.

For more on this package, seeMysticgeek’s review of AntiVir Personal Edition.

Norton AntiVirus 2009

Hardly needing an introduction, Norton AntiVirus 2009 works just fine.

Windows 7 Find Antivirus Program Online Balloon

They are also on Microsoft’s list of compatible software for Windows 7.

AntiVirus Home

Another popular Anti-Virus package that we’vepreviously reviewed, this one works just fine.

You’ll notice that this package provides Anti-Spyware protection as well.

Windows 7 Action Center

(Screenshot thanks to our forum administrator Scott).

Kapersky Anti-Virus 2009

This antivirus software package is also on the Microsoft official list of Windows 7 compatible software.

You’ll note that my virus database is out of date in the screenshot above.

Windows 7 Update Avira AntiVir

The Action Center consolidates all of these messages together into one place - rather useful.

McAfee VirusScan: FAIL

Also Working Per Reader Comments

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Windows 7 AVG Action Center Message

Official Microsoft Anti-Virus Partners Page at microsoft.com

Windows 7 Avira Action Center Message

Windows 7 Norton Action Center Message

Windows 7 Avast Action Center Message

Windows 7 Live OneCare Not Working

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