Antivirus/Anti-spyware software discussion

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Re: Anti Virus programs

Recently bought a new PC for my daughter that had a free trial of Norton with it, so i gave it a go for a couple of weeks and it worked fine although it does seem to slow the PC down a bit, once i uninstalled it and put NOD32 on instead the machine did seem to be quicker and booted up allot quicker as well plus there was a lot less clunking and noise or alerts popping up with various warnings.

I use NOD32 on my PC and have had no problems, runs quietly in the background.

 

[Go Nuke]

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I use Avira Antivir Personal. Only because it catches more viruses
than AVG ever did, easy on memory and its a simple program to use. Its highly
recommended under gizmo's best of programs.
For Firewall Sunbelt personal also keeps the PC from melting.
http://www.techsupportalert.com/best-free-anti-virus-software.htm

+1 to this.
I used Antivir but have just rebuilt my comptuer and gone back to good old AVG. Antivir DOES find more than AVG but it was using more of my CPU as well.
Also using Adaware and spybot for non viruses.

Those who are using McAfee and Norton..well its like using Telstra for your internet....a plain rip off. Dont bother.

 

[marklar]

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If you want a good email protection you cant go past PGP (Pretty Good Privacy).
Its free and it works!!!!

But whoever your emailing to needs to install the same program.
But still the cheapest bulletproof system!

Um... PGP has nothing to do with Anti-Virus, it's used to digitally signing and encrypting data (such as the contents of your email.)

FWIW, I don't use any AV programs at all.

m.

 

[disarray]

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i put all my clients on sophos anti-virus, i haven't had a single infection across hundreds of pc's for years, but they don't do single licenses so its more for small business.

norton and mcafee are bloatware rubbish, avg free is good for the price you pay.

 

[mayk]

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FWIW, I don't use any AV programs at all.

m.

On my Linux systems I don't use any either. Are you using mac or Linux too?

 

[adobee]

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I was using NOD32 and thought it was the clear winner untill one got in and wrecked havic on my laptop.

Switched to Kaspersky and very happy now. Uses little resources and seems to be a good product. Wish l had bought Internet Security instead of just Anti-Virus. Not a bad price range and always seems to trump everything else out there on the market hands down.

http://klacampaign.kaspersky.com.au/front.aspx?campaign=go02

I am really surprised by this I have Kaspersky on one of my work computers and it is so slow ! we almost have to turn all the filters off to make the computer even usable.. its has hundreds of updates and conflicts with anything we are doing on windows.. I would prefer to reformat and not have the program on at all...

I am running CA on my other computers which seems a lot better in conjunction with windows defender...

 

[outback]

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I used AVG paid version until not long ago. The system was showing signs of malware of some description, so I went hunting. ( Be vewy vewy quiet).

I ran the free online scanner from Kaspersky which ound a couple of threats, but I couldn't work out how to get rid of them without paying a subscription service, so I kept looking.

In the end I trialled Avast, it picked up the nasties, so at the end of the trial I'll probably subscribe to it.

I also use Spybot and CCleaner as well.

I have read that Nortons has rejigged things so it is not as resource hngry but can't confirm it.

 

[2020hindsight]

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I use trend micro PC-cillin
They permit three computers per licence (about $85).
With three computers in the house, one licence covers all.

One trick - make sure you uninstall previous year before extending for another year. Otherwise you have a stack of emails back and forwards to USA help centre.

 

[MrBurns]

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CA Security (was VET)

http://www.ca-store.com.au/Default.aspx?sc_lang=en-AU

Mine updates every 30 minutes or so and has saved me from numerous viruses.

 

[xyzedarteerf]

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don't really see the point of paying for antivirus software.
theres plenty of good free software out there.
go here http://www.filehippo.com/

combination of zone alarm for firewall and avg + clamwin all freeware are more than enough all three progs are not resource hungry even when playing games and all run on vista.

 

[DB008]

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Haven't had a problem with Kaspersky at all. Might just be your system. l did get norton with the laptop and uninstalled that straight away. For a few months after that, l still had norton popi-up notifications up on my laptop. Seems like it infuses into your system, damn Norton.

I have been having problems with IE7 though. IE7 is so slow that l've given up using it. I use the latest Firefox for almost everything noe and it's so fast.

The main thing that l worry about more than virus is getting credit card details stolen if l shop online. I've only had a handful of virus (like 3 or 4 in years) and getting ID fraud and personal info stolen is more of a worry for me. If someone does do ID farud, it can take sometimes several years to clear your name. More worrysome than a virus which can always be booted with a simple restore point.

 

[CoffeeKing]

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I use trend micro PC-cillin
They permit three computers per licence (about $85).
With three computers in the house, one licence covers all.

One trick - make sure you uninstall previous year before extending for another year. Otherwise you have a stack of emails back and forwards to USA help centre.

I use trend micro and unistall / install each year but I find the update seems to take awhile to appear for the download...

2020 do you use hotmail at all, my trend micro seems to stop messenger - windows live from loading up until I press yes to the download.

 

[johenmo]

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Used Norton. ABG free was an improvement. Now using avast free. AVG has a few problems with false positives and unable to remove a few viruses. Finds them but can't remove them. I'm happy with avast free.

 

[2020hindsight]

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... trend micro ...

2020 do you use hotmail at all, my trend micro seems to stop messenger - windows live from loading up until I press yes to the download.

CK, howdy
kids do (use hotmail, messenger etc) - they seem to get by

PS might try a free one next year - given these uncertain times

 

[MrBurns]

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I wouldnt use a free program for something so important, mine (CA) updates the definitions every 30 minutes, it's that critical.

 

[nunthewiser]

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uses norton 360.........seems to work alright

 

[GumbyLearner]

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I use good old AVG Free. It hasnt failed me yet. (Now it prob will this weekend )

I use AVG too.

 

[Wysiwyg]

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If there are some heavy trojans on your `puter then these 2 free scan removalists from Windows are a great addition if the freeby anti-virus aren`t detecting the implants.

Malicious Software Removal Tool

Brief Description

This tool checks your computer for infection by specific, prevalent malicious software (including Blaster, Sasser, and Mydoom) and helps to remove the infection if it is found. Microsoft will release an updated version of this tool on the second Tuesday of each month.

and

Windows Defender

Brief Description ;

Windows Defender is a free program that helps you stay productive by protecting your computer against pop-ups, slow performance and security threats caused by spyware and other potentially unwanted software.

 

[CoffeeKing]

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PS might try a free one next year - given these uncertain times

Thanks 2020, mine expires in 10 days, glad I read this thread, may try this avg...

 

[CoffeeKing]

Re: Anti Virus programs

I use AVG too.

What operating system: linux, XP, vista ???

I'm using XP pro ( now be nice people )