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Norton PC security vs. ?
I just purchased a new laptop and it came loaded with a 30 day trial version of Norton security software. I know past forum questions regarding Norton most people said it was a memory hog and not that great. On my previous laptop I used Avira and AD-AWARE which are free downloads. This industry changes quickly so what's the latest on internet security ? The first thing I did when I got the computer was to download Firefox. I have not uninstalled Explorer yet but probably will to free up some space. So what do you guys suggest ?
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I've been using Trend Micro for a few years. It seems to work well, and a few years ago was the top of all of the computer magazine AV lists. Last year I paid $29 for a 3 PC license/download of Trend Micro, so for $30 I was able to install Trend Micro on 3 PCs.
I wouldn't bother uninstalling MSIE. If it's a new laptop then you've probably got more space than you can quickly use. Uninstalling MSIE for space would be like taking a pebble out of a bucket of sand for space.
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Here's a recent review
2010 Security Suites: The Best and Worst - Reviews by PC Magazine Antivirus and filtering - CNET Reviews Software - | ZDNet: Reviews
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Don't remove IE - eventually you will need it as some sites do not support any other browser.
For AV, I use Avira (which comes with annoying pop-ups) and AVG. Avira works well but the fact that I have to make a registry edit to eliminate their pop-up advertising makes me usually recommend AVG Free.
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I wouldn't remove IE either. Just remove the icons and don't use it.
I use AVG from grisoft. Very happy with it.
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12-15-2009, 07:59 AM
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AVG for viruses, CCleaner for some spam stuff, and Google popup blocker.
I've used ADAWARE in the past as well. -Z-man.
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Malware bytes is a great free program too.
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ESET - Antivirus Software with Spyware and Malware Protection or NOD32. best out there by far..
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My reccomendation is AVG Free for anti-virus, Use the latest Firefox for your browser with the Ad Block plus extension.
Malwarebytes is the best for adware/malware removal. |
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I recently put AVG on my laptop. now it runs slow as shyte.
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Every puter i've seen AVG installed on has slowed down to one degree or another. My home PC gets like a snail with it installed, i cannot use it, it's worse than a virus.
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12-15-2009, 11:45 AM
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I use Norton Internet Security and have never had a problem.
However, I previously tried Norton 360 and it absolutely sucked. Besides taking forever to boot up, it comes with a backup system that is totally too small and then hounds you to subscribe for more space - for additional cost. After numerous norton spams, I deleted the program and bought Internet Security - which I had used in the past. It's basic antivirus protection and seems to do the job. Vern |
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