Posted October 1, 200816 yr any IT experts about ? I currently use Norton anti virus which is up for renewal but at £39.99 I think this is a bit step . Any ideas of cheaper alternatives ? I am a bit worried as I use a wirless connection so want to make sure it is pretty safe Thanks
October 1, 200816 yr any IT experts about ?I currently use Norton anti virus which is up for renewal but at £39.99 I think this is a bit step . Any ideas of cheaper alternatives ? I am a bit worried as I use a wirless connection so want to make sure it is pretty safe Thanks if you want to pay then i`d go for f-secure or kaspersky. theyre the 2 best in my opinion. if you want free then avg or avast are both pretty impressive considering they are free. never ever under any circumstances use norton again. ever.
October 1, 200816 yr if you want to pay then i`d go for f-secure or kaspersky. theyre the 2 best in my opinion. if you want free then avg or avast are both pretty impressive considering they are free. never ever under any circumstances use norton again. ever. DKW is correct, I've learned that the hard way. The problem with Norton/Symantec AV is that is works GREAT for viruses, but is useless against Trojan programs, even those it can detect. This is because most new trojan (spyware/adware) programs actually disable the files and processes Norton uses. Another good one is Trend Micro Security Centre. It is also well worth downloading free anti-spyware programs such as Malwarebytes Anti Malware or Spybot Search and Destroy, for added protection. However, under no circumstances should you ever run more than one AV program on the same system- they will cause crashes.
October 1, 200816 yr my computer had a trojan in it and i was actually able to save my computer by having the kaspersky program installed, so I'd go for that. Always buy the best protection software or you'll have to wait 2 months to get your computer back :o
October 1, 200816 yr my computer had a trojan in it and i was actually able to save my computer by having the kaspersky program installed, so I'd go for that. Always buy the best protection software or you'll have to wait 2 months to get your computer back :o I read recently you can get Kaspersky free if you bank online with barclays. I'll post a link later.
October 1, 200816 yr Another vote for AVG from me. I've run the free version for at least 3 years and never had a problem. Hated Norton! By the way Tea Bar, I tried to PM you today but for some reason couldn't send the msg (don't have your private email). Thanks for your earlier help. Have emailed Laura and awaiting a reply on my Dubai questions. Cheers mate.
October 1, 200816 yr Also been using AVG for donkeys and neither my computer, or my donkey, has ever had a virus problem.
October 1, 200816 yr here's the link for free Kaspersky AV: http://www.personal.barclays.co.uk/BRC1/js...ac=coukinfvirus
October 2, 200816 yr I thought Kapersky played chess? no, thats nigel short. but i can see how you got confused....... :D
October 2, 200816 yr Author Another vote for AVG from me. I've run the free version for at least 3 years and never had a problem.Hated Norton! By the way Tea Bar, I tried to PM you today but for some reason couldn't send the msg (don't have your private email). Thanks for your earlier help. Have emailed Laura and awaiting a reply on my Dubai questions. Cheers mate. No probs glad to help mate hope the information you get is useful .
October 19, 200816 yr Yep, pretty much the same as everyone else, I've got AVG and mcaffee firewall (both free) Norton is useless.
