I've been a long time supporter of Avast...
 

And at one point i even donated some munski to the cause, but it seems to eat a LOT of resources up running on 7 vs XP... any suggestions for more efficient programs that are comparable to avast?

Anti-Virus? I use Microsoft Security Essentials

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/w...tials-download

free. isn't a source hog. and it protects you :)

this this and this

Yes, MSE.

Same here EB, MSE is consistently ranked as one of the best.

- Justin

Roger that, currently installed on my desktop and both of my lappy's, seems to be performing well and efficient, thanks gents