Opinions on best anti virus software

sixfootdan

Got a new desktop with windows 8, What is the best protection for a computer idiot like myself? I like simple Cool

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Glenn · Posted: Wed Jul 02, 2014 5:26 am Post subject:

There is no "best".

I use Norton 360 on my home desktop and Symantec Endpoint on the desktops at work.
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sixfootdan · Posted: Wed Jul 02, 2014 5:52 am Post subject:

Letterman7 · Posted: Wed Jul 02, 2014 6:22 am Post subject:

Been running Kaspersky for years. Seems to have "less" interaction with the majority of the programs I run (graphics industry) and doesn't seem to slow the computer too much. Had Norton and McAfee; Norton was ok, McAfee sucked with slowing down the systems. Lots of freeware out there too - I also have Avast as a backup and I used to run AVG, both decent for what they are.

79SuperVert · Posted: Wed Jul 02, 2014 8:53 am Post subject:

AVG Free has been working for me for years, but I'm not reckless about downloading lots of videos, visiting odd websites, etc. My daughter who is a little more reckless than me also has AVG Free but I have had to restore her laptop to factory condition once. So AVG is good for the cautious user but maybe not as good for people who take more chances.
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KTPhil · Posted: Wed Jul 02, 2014 9:24 am Post subject:

Your best anti-virus protection is an external hard disk backup system, plus a restore/install disc set. That also lets you back up your precious photos and documents. There are scary stories about a virus encrypting your hard disk and then $$$ extortion threats followed by losing all your data.

If you have a periodic backup disconnected from your system you are bulletproof.

There are external USB/SATA drive "toasters" that let you buy a cheap ($100) hard drive and just slide it in a slot. Then backup all you want, and eject it. Save it in a safe deposit box or other location and you are free from theft, viruses, fire, etc.

Next best are commercial programs (or free AVG), though they slow things down.

Or buy a Mac which is targeted far less often.

OB Bus · Posted: Wed Jul 02, 2014 9:39 am Post subject:

GArBa · Posted: Wed Jul 02, 2014 11:37 am Post subject:

on my home computers I used to run AVG but subsequent versions kept getting heavier and heavier on the machine, so I switched to Avira and I can say I'm quite happy with it.

of course the best protection is always prevention: being careful on the internet, with USB drives and always having a couple of backup drives.
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ALLWAGONS · Posted: Wed Jul 02, 2014 12:42 pm Post subject:

for me, who I don't download anything and / or go to obscure websites Norton 360 does it's job. I found the multi user purchased directly from Norton is a lot cheaper. s.
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offshores · Posted: Wed Jul 02, 2014 12:56 pm Post subject:

I haven't used anti virus software on my pc's in years and have been almost trouble free ever since. I had more issues with them than I do w/o them and I ran my last laptop into the ground before any virus could take it out.

joe56vw · Posted: Wed Jul 02, 2014 1:55 pm Post subject:

vwracerdave · Posted: Wed Jul 02, 2014 2:23 pm Post subject:

Norton 360
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TimGud · Posted: Wed Jul 02, 2014 2:27 pm Post subject:

I've had great luck for years with AVG (free version) and using Malwarebytes periodically.
Edit: I also am careful about what I click on, and am not into porn, so maybe that has to do more with it than the above mentioned combo?

sixfootdan · Posted: Wed Jul 02, 2014 4:22 pm Post subject:

Well there is no porn, Just my girlfriend and I that use the computer. She uses it to pay bills and that's it. I go to my regular car and motorcycle forums an some craigslist. Sounds like the AVG free will work for me. Thanks for the info everyone.
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shortride · Posted: Sat Jul 05, 2014 8:47 am Post subject:

There are many opinions on virus protection software as there are questions on other subjects. I've been using Norton Internet Security since 2002 without any issues. Norton's virus protection software options has several choices depending on what the customer wants to do. One of the features I like best about Norton Internet Security is that it saves and protects all of your usernames and passwords for every site you want to keep secure.
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The Sage · Posted: Sat Jul 05, 2014 5:38 pm Post subject:

ESET Nod 32 has been great for me. I have used AVG but it slowed things down.
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williamM · Posted: Sat Jul 05, 2014 5:47 pm Post subject:

I have lots of hard drive so have obits and spybot s&d. Obits takes care of a bunch of issues and goos back up S&D was the only thing to get rid of Delta Search Evil or Very Mad

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sixfootdan · Posted: Sat Jul 05, 2014 5:58 pm Post subject:

gt1953 · Posted: Sun Jul 06, 2014 6:43 am Post subject:

I use Avast the free side of and no issues. Also use CCleaner daily to get rid up the index.dat file that holds all of the stuff about where you have been.

You cannot delete the index.dat file manually.
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Randall · Posted: Sun Jul 06, 2014 10:13 am Post subject:

I have used Norton antivirus products (currently Norton 360) for about 10 years. I renew it for about $34 per year through an Amazon seller. I also set it up to do a weekly system scan and backup that takes less than one-half hour.


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