Internet threats keep changing and growing at exponential rates. Every day 30,000 new threats and 3,500 new viruses appear. And, if you've had any recent issues with Internet security and malware, you may already be wondering if your AV software is really getting the job done.

So how can you tell if it's time to change your AV software? That's where this list can help. It spotlights specific objective metrics and activities you can check to see how well your current AV software is performing. Besides helping you benchmark your current software, it also establishes a starting point for evaluating new AV options when you decide you need to make a change.