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Pedro Sanchez
I need some opinions of this virus scanning issue.
So which is better for catching viruses and having steady definition
updates?
AVG [or] NORTON???
thanks guys
So which is better for catching viruses and having steady definition
updates?
AVG [or] NORTON???
thanks guys
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Pedro Sanchez
OK....then someone suggest one "pay/free or otherwise"
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YoKenny
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I have been very happy with AVG Free
I have been very happy with AVG Free
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SteveC
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edgewalker
Pedro Sanchez said:
What 'issue' is that?
These two are related, especially where zero day malware is concerned.
Norton, but there are other things to consider besides those criteriia and
those AV programs. Kaspersky Anti-Virus and NOD32 are good paid
for programs, and the free ones are mostly second-rate. Second rate for
free is sometimes good enough for some people. The importance of time
lag reduction for updates is directly purportional to how eager you are to
execute incoming malware. Malware that executes without your needing
to take part, is better tackled by software updates than by AV definition
updates (especially if the AV itself is involved in the attack vector).
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Donny Broome
Pedro:
For home use, I would definitely recommend AVG Free Edition
(http://free.grisoft.com/). However, for corporate settings, Symantec has a
fine product.
AVG uses far less memory than Norton (Symantec) and it's totally free for
personal use. What's not to like about it?
I've been using AVG for years with great satisfaction.
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For home use, I would definitely recommend AVG Free Edition
(http://free.grisoft.com/). However, for corporate settings, Symantec has a
fine product.
AVG uses far less memory than Norton (Symantec) and it's totally free for
personal use. What's not to like about it?
I've been using AVG for years with great satisfaction.
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MyVeryOwnSelf
So which is better for catching viruses and having steady definition
Add my vote for AVG Free.
Add my vote for AVG Free.
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Bill
Pedro said:
Both are largely unreliable. I would recommend opting for a Kasperky
product. For home use, Kaspersky Personal can be found at any Wal-Mart
under the name Defender Pro for a much discounted price.
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* * Chas
Most of the popular AV programs are good at detecting viruses. It's thePedro Sanchez said:
"other" elements that make the difference. Norton and McAfee are both
bloatware although the Norton Enterprise version has much less bloat and
is pretty good.
AVG, avast and Kasperski's are all well accepted in this NG. I recently
installed AVG and avast on a test system. I don't like the user
interface on either of them.
My current preference is NOD32 with F-Prot as a back up.
Chas.
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Peter Seiler
Bill - 29.05.2006 21:35 :
I'm wondering about the mentioned name "Defender Pro". I know there is
an original, very good AV named "BitDefender..."?
I'm wondering about the mentioned name "Defender Pro". I know there is
an original, very good AV named "BitDefender..."?
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Beauregard T. Shagnasty
* * Chas said:
A nice advantage to Avast is that it is skinnable. If you don't like the
default appearance, try another. I'll agree that the default (and many
of the offered skins) is quite, um, funky. Start the program,
right-click on it, choose "Select skin", and pick to download more
skins.
http://avast.com/eng/skins.html
I like "Lite-On" and "Flat-n-Simple."
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optikl
Beauregard said:
Avast is like the Lava Lamp of AV Utilities.
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Bill
Peter said:
Original what? The two products are entirely different software
packages and have nothing to do with each other. (Hence, they have
different names) As previously stated, Defender Pro is actually
Kaspersky AV as well as their firewall re-packaged under a different
name for marketing purposes. You can purchase it at any Wal-Mart or
from the following web site.
http://www.defender-pro.com/
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Ron Lopshire
Bill said:
And Peter, make sure that you read the EULA! Some re-packaged AV
products use older AV engines, and don't provide for the same timely
module (engine) and database updates as the product purchased through
the developer. Like most reputable AV companies, Kaspersky provides
for a 30-day trial period. Use it. There is no point in purchasing any
AV app, re-packaged or not, if it doesn't fit your needs and system.
And if you do purchase/evaluate KAV/KIS 6/2006, purchase it through
Art's Web Site.
(http://home.epix.net/~artnpeg)
Ron
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Peter Seiler
Bill - 31.05.2006 11:28 :
THX for your reply, but: In my eyes "Defender" (Pro) is very near to
(Bit)"Defender" especially in the same market of AVs.
Beside the nearby naming of the two AV-competitors, IMO: I'm personally
not interested on a software change. I'm a long time user of BitDefender
Internet Security 9 and actually of Kaspersky AVs - last Kaspersky
Internet Security (KIS) 6.0.0.299 and very happy with it in any
direction until now. Actually no need to change to a little obscure
re-packed "marketing-solution". But thanks for your feedback.
THX for your reply, but: In my eyes "Defender" (Pro) is very near to
(Bit)"Defender" especially in the same market of AVs.
Beside the nearby naming of the two AV-competitors, IMO: I'm personally
not interested on a software change. I'm a long time user of BitDefender
Internet Security 9 and actually of Kaspersky AVs - last Kaspersky
Internet Security (KIS) 6.0.0.299 and very happy with it in any
direction until now. Actually no need to change to a little obscure
re-packed "marketing-solution". But thanks for your feedback.
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Peter Seiler
Ron Lopshire - 31.05.2006 12:59 :
THX for you reply. But please have a look what I answered to Bill. I'm
not interested at this to me a little obscure re-packed
"marketing"-produkt so far. I only went in because of the naming
"...Defender...". KIS 6.0.0.299 fits my needs and system totally and I'm
very happy with this product so far. And the comments I read so far
about especially this new Kaspersky-product is more than often one of
the bests in comparison to main competitors
And Peter, make sure that you read the EULA! Some re-packaged AV
products use older AV engines, and don't provide for the same timely
module (engine) and database updates as the product purchased through
the developer. Like most reputable AV companies, Kaspersky provides
for a 30-day trial period. Use it. There is no point in purchasing any
AV app, re-packaged or not, if it doesn't fit your needs and system.
And if you do purchase/evaluate KAV/KIS 6/2006, purchase it through
Art's Web Site.
(http://home.epix.net/~artnpeg)
Ron
THX for you reply. But please have a look what I answered to Bill. I'm
not interested at this to me a little obscure re-packed
"marketing"-produkt so far. I only went in because of the naming
"...Defender...". KIS 6.0.0.299 fits my needs and system totally and I'm
very happy with this product so far. And the comments I read so far
about especially this new Kaspersky-product is more than often one of
the bests in comparison to main competitors
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d12s34f56
Pedro said:
For average computer users, it really doesnt matter what kind of AV
they are using, the most important aspect of safety is user's behavior,
yeah, I know it's mundane talking, but it's true, in order to be safe
on the internet, you have to refrain from engaging unsafe bahaviors,
otherwise, no AV can protect you, just like no police or FBI can
protect your life if you always mingle with junkies and members of
street gang, most they can do is to show up in time and clear up the
mess after harm has been done to you and your computer, nevertheless,
competent cop does make a difference, so does good AV, therefore, I
would recommend kaspersky,
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edgewalker
* * Chas said:
The top contenders are all pretty close detectionwise. One may be winning by
a head at any given time - and another the next. The others often lose to the
top contenders by a length or more. If "coverage" isn't a main concern, then it
is okay to use the popular yet less vigorous offerings. They all try to keep up
with the more recent viruses to minimize the day zero window.