which antivirus do you guys recommend?

14 years ago

NOD32 all the way, very good protection, and very easy on the system resources :-)

We use the following:

Anti-Virus:

http://www.eset.co.uk/

Anti-Malware:

Malwarebytes.org

Anti-Spyware:

The home of Spybot-S&D!

Anti....Crap :-)

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InternetMarketingIQ

14 years ago

Avast seems to work just fine. Only had one problem with it ever. That was when they made a mistake to their upload.

Norton is a dog... resource hog. They sell to the unknowing in my opinion.

PC World reviews Anti Virus Software about once per year, perhaps you can give them a look. I've been happy with Avast so I haven't looked in a very long time.

I also like SuperAntiSpyWare. I use it with Avast.

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Dennis Gaskill 14 years ago

I second the notion that Norton is a resource hog. My subscription is about up, and I'm moving away to something else. I had Panda before Norton, and it was good, but if you let your subscription run out it pops up a reminder every 5 minutes. I didn't have my credit card with me when that happened, and that reminder interfering with my work every 5 minutes caused them to lose me as a customer.
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14 years ago

Home Computer Security - Kaspersky Lab United States

Nothing else needs said ...

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TrafficMystic

14 years ago

I'll second nod32.. it's awesome.. tried all the nortons / trend micro and macaffees and they dont compare..

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gregbanks

14 years ago

Spyware Doctor With Antivirus is pretty good for my PC :-)

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lochsloyca 14 years ago

I'd steer clear from Norton, even though I haven't used them lately, my experience with them is they tend to get into everything on your computer and use up a lot of resources. There are some good ones out there, but my personal favourites are: Ad-Aware by Lavasoft: It's an Anti-Spyware, Anti-Virus and Anti-Root Kit Software. AVG Anti-Virus: Includes Anti-Virus, Anti-Spyware, Link Scanner, Anti-Rootkit, E-mail Scanner, Web Shield and Resident Shield. Both of those work well together and are very light on system resources, I quite happy with their level of protection and prevention. These both have a free version which work well, except they lack the level of live protection, I'd definitely recommend investing in a full version of each. A third piece of software that I use for keeping my PC running smoothly is called System Mechanic. It's an all in one package for keeping your PC running in top shape, I highly recommend it. I hope these help, Cheers, Connor
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- David Merriman 14 years ago
  
  Paid:
  
  NOD32
  
  Free:
  
  Avira AntiVir
  
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Aljiro

14 years ago

I'd recommend BitDefender.

The price is also great.

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JennyDeen 14 years ago

I think Kaspersky is a good choice.
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einfohound

14 years ago

I give a BIG recommendation to Avast. It's free, but it is GOOD! I have run it on every PC I have had (and many friends that I have recommended it to) and have NEVER had a problem or attack of any kind.

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14 years ago

The Great thing about Spyware Doctor is the License which
allows use on 3 different Computer.

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DogScout

14 years ago

Norton & mcafee are resource hogs I use Avira AntiVir
but have used Kaspersky on one computer and was ok until it missed a virus

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Jimian

14 years ago

AVG has a decent free version... just google "Free AVG"

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filiks

14 years ago

i was actually looking for the best free version of anti virus softwares but iv only had problems downloading almost everyone you guys have mentioned.

i dont know why this is but i really need one now and right now.

pls what else should i do.i am in a tight shoe string budget.

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14 years ago

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CMartin

14 years ago

Avira AntiVir Premium
http://www.avira.com/en/solutions/home_home_office.html
http://www.avira.com/en/company/awards.html

I also use Prevx 3.0 along with the antivirus:
http://info.prevx.com/downloadcsi.asp

Carlos

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Mili_D

14 years ago

I have used the following McAfee, Norton,AVG, Avast and Symantec I like McAfee.

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bigdaddy99 14 years ago

I use the free version of AVG on all my computers.

Also, for spyware removal, a combination of super anti spyware -
Free version

Malwarebytes anti malware:
Free version

I used to use Lavasoft Ad-aware - also free, but it failed me when i needed it.
And I also used to use spybot search and destroy, but it also didn't work when I needed it.

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- reapr 14 years ago
  
  I used mccr@ppies until it was disabled twice and a root kit installed on one computer. I was also not able to install mccr@ppies on a compaq and trying to get help from support left no resolve and it was a known issue on that particular model but Nortons installed no problem. So I am done with that product.
  
  As stated throught the thread Nortons gets into everything though it has done real well for me.
  
  I now use Nortons but will be looking at Avast or Kapersky when the subscription runs out.
  
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14 years ago

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All Night Cafe 14 years ago

I also recommend Bitdefender 2010.

I've had them 2 years. Had to restall
on a new computer. Couldn't figure it
out.

One email and was up and running in 30
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rogerbeta

14 years ago

These are the anti-virus and protection that I've been using for many years

Lavasoft Ad-Aware
AVG Anti-Virus
Spybot
Ccleaner
SuperAntiSpyware

Norton, Avast and Mcafee were very heavy on resources for windows xp.

They all are FREE some have upgrades to pro.

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Graham Maddison

14 years ago

Thanks everyone for your feedback.

I am looking into Nod32 & kaspersky both of which seem to offer the protection levels I need.

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FSchmieder

14 years ago

Just want to put a vote up for NOD32. I've never once had a virus since I started using it. I've converted my parents, my brother and my girlfriend to using it as well. I've heard good things as well about kapersky but I'm very happy with nod

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Rajan Cajan

14 years ago

I use Norton, never had a problem that I know of. What is meant by its a resource Hog?

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Gavan

14 years ago

I use AVG (the free version) together with the free Zone Alarm firewall.

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Harveydos

14 years ago

Bitdefender without a single doubt. Been with them now for 4 years and never had any problems and you get a licence for 3 computers.

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lisaann

14 years ago

I was using ESET until just today when it missed a bad virus that I guess has been on my computer for a very long time.

The only thing that seems to have caught it was Avira so I will probably switch. It runs well with everything else too.

I've also tried Trend-micro and it's slow so I don't recommend it.

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14 years ago

Avast - anti-virus
Malwarebytes - anti malware
Spy bot S&D - anti spyware
Eusing - registry cleaner
CCleaner - junk files cleaner (and reg cleaner)
Revo Uninstaller - Uninstaller

All free and will keep your pc in tip top condition.

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Zeb

14 years ago

I use avast and it's super as a free antivirus. It even beats a couple of other paid av's out there. Check out this site for a drill through of comparisons on the top antiviruses. Oh and this is not your average comparison, they know what they're talking about and don't have referral links at all in their site, so you know that they're honest in their tests :-

AV-Comparatives - Independent Tests of Anti-Virus Software - Welcome to AV-Comparatives.org

or a link to their test page results :-

http://www.av-comparatives.org/compa...ews/main-tests

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azurah22

14 years ago

avira for anti virus and malware bytes it works just fine for me.

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Marian 14 years ago

I should say NOD (it's made in Slovakia)
but I prefer AVG or AVAST both have free versions.

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acms

14 years ago

I have used Norton and AVG and I must agree with quite a few of the above posts that AVG is the better (overall) of the two, and, as mentioned above, its free version is good

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Eman5 14 years ago

Like many of the above posters, I've had Norton for a number of years, but it really started bogging my computer down until I couldn't work with it because it became so slow. Also tried MacAfee, but some viruses got into that after awhile. Tried AVG but wasn't happy with it's effectiveness either.

Now we've been on ESET's Smart Security for over a year(same old computer-1.1 Gig Celeron, as well as our new laptop) and it runs fast with ESET and we've avoided any major viruses. Plus we love that it tells you that it's updated itself regularly, but we don't have to do anything! It does all the work behind the scenes and doesn't hold any of my work up. It ain't cheap, but it's the best(see Consumer Reports mag late 2009-sorry, don't remember which issue exactly, anyway it was rated #1 there..)
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SrinivasPrabhakar

14 years ago

Eset Nod32 Antivirus is a great desktop security solution, complete with effective protection and advanced features. Antivirus from Eset Nod32 is certainly easy to install and implement. The software is easy to use and very secure. Setting up manual scans and scheduling specific scans is straightforward, or you can simply let Eset work in the background and take care of itself (and your computer) automatically.

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impulsell

14 years ago

AVG. I found Norton too slow. Also, there has been a lot of occasions when AVG has picked up viruses that Norton completely missed. Has happened the other way but is far less common.

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harry12

14 years ago

you can continue with Norton or you can go for avast antivirus

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cmck873 14 years ago

I'd never use a "Suite" like Norton or Mcafee again. They use so much resources on my system.

I've broken to 2 sources as it is cheaper than buying a suite and I've found them less user intensive

Avast for all my anti-virus requirements
and
Counter-Spy for all my spyware protection
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SHA-Dre

14 years ago

I love Avast and Maleware Bytes. First I remove everything I can with Maleware Bytes. I then finish it off with a boot scan from Avast. This seems to do the trick for me every time.

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Dan Bainbridge

14 years ago

Wow! I thought this thread would be all talk about Microsoft Security Essentials - its brand new, completely free, and McAfee tried to stop them bringing it out due to it having potential to cost them millions.

It has also had a lot of positive reviews - finding more trojans and viruses than other programs, and running faster scans without slowing your computer down - I would definitely recommend it

http://www.microsoft.com/Security_Essentials/

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hmzexpert

14 years ago

i recommend Norton Why? i have tried a lot of antivirus software before including all the free ones trials like AVG, Mcphee, Avast etc.. they become viruses on your computer and start to malfunction making it difficult for you to uninstall.

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arttse 14 years ago

just remember

if you unsubscribe and remove Norton from your computer you wont FULLY remove all their programs from your computer unless you re-boot your computer.

Its a pain!!!
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14 years ago

Avast couldnt be beaten with a big stick

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sunnyleon

14 years ago

I recommend you Avg and ESET Nod32 because of their wide range of features.

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14 years ago

I'll add my support to the list for AVG free.

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MissTerraK 14 years ago

I suggest Avg paid, covers it all with multiple layers of protection and includes a firewall with it also.

Tried Norton, Kapersky, McCafee, but love my AVG!

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lfhair 14 years ago

I've been using Free AVG for years. Also using the Pro version on some of my client's machines.
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- candidate96 14 years ago
  
  ESET Smart Security is worth the money
  
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Richnana 14 years ago

I vote for Norton, Comcast just changed from Mcafee to Norton . My computer runs faster and is just better. Norton doesn't have as many files to download. It updates its spyware daily if necessary. It is more efficient than McAfee. A lot of users like avast because it is free. My daughters use it and swear by it... But they recently changed to Mcafee.

Just my 02. worth.
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14 years ago

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Mattiyu 14 years ago

I concur with lochsloyca.

The AVG licensed suite is great. They have really amped up their antivirus campaigns.

Free version is available but the licensed version brings a lot more to the table.
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- jayuk76 14 years ago
  
  All of the ones mentioned so far are actually below par
  
  Emsisosft is the KING of AV
  
  they hands down beat all the global "leading" av suits.
  
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  kayayurt 14 years ago
  
  NOD32 by far!
  
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  Peter Gray 14 years ago
  
  Hi
  
  Just a quick followup on my Kaspersky problem. I decided to contact Western Europe branch here in the UK by phone, 10 pence a minute if caller is daft enough to use their
  high call rate 0871 number. Spoke to a support person and she sent a 'Sqirrel Around My Laptop' piece of software and I downloaded something else which generates a logfile..Sent everything back in return email..The only reply I got from their support
  told me I still had a bit of Nortons floating around on my laptop with a link to a Norton's Removal tool.. Got rid of Nortons stuff and waited for Kaspersky..
  
  Got tired of waiting, removed Kaspersky with their tool. Installed the free version of Avast Anti Virus and Windows Essentails...Ran full scans for both, nothing detected
  and my lap top is now screaming along nicely, Firefox with a minimun of six tabs running and Chrome working away as well...
  
  Maybe Kaspersky 2010 doesn't like my version of Vista given that I have it installed on an old Dell Desktop running XP SP3..
  
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Shirlyn 13 years ago

Go for quick heal antivirus plus it is good for removing any kind of malware and it has updates at no cost.
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iambachman

14 years ago

I like ZoneAlarm Extreme Security, but Avg free has been perfectly good in the past also.

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14 years ago

Recommend Norton 360 and Norton Internet Security 2010.

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14 years ago

I have been using AVG FREE for a few years, gotta to say its better than some of the anti - virus software that i paid for.

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DamianK

14 years ago

Hehe....I see nobody mentioned any of the products made by Ascentive. I accidentally ordered some of their software on a whim (fine, I was a little drunk) and they all worked to crapfection. Tried to get my money back and there was no way to get in touch with them. Had to call the credit card company, blah blah blah blah blah, yes, don't use anything by Ascentive.

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markov

14 years ago

I would rate Kaspersky as the best but after recent false positives with Google Adsense I've switched to NORTON.

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Adam Sussman

14 years ago

I've been using avast for years. I love it.

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Page-One 14 years ago

Years ago, used Norton. A flat-out pain in the back porch.

Then I switched to AVG free. Great package...and still good. But then came an upgrade, and by monitoring my system resources, I could see that it was eating up more than it had before.

Currently on Avast...and happy. Uses hardly any resources and catches nearly all the bad guys.

For real hardcore pests, I use Malwarebytes and SuperAntiSpyware. And for routine cleanups, I use CCleaner and AdvancedSystemCare.

If Avast ever goes south or lets me down, I'll look into NOD32, Kaspersky, or BitDefender.

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valen42

14 years ago

Graham,

I have been using ZoneAlarms for years and rate them very high. Have never had any problems...good service and great protection.

Regards,
Lawrence

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14 years ago

I use AVG FRee antivirus combined with Malwarebyte's Anti-Malware.

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Steve_Dougherty 14 years ago

Kaspersky has my vote

Just installed on my XP where I have had Norton 360 for a year, then went to AVG paid version (6 months) and AVG caught and fixed the 2 viruses and 3 trojans that Norton 360 missed.

When I installed Kaspersky, it caught and fixed 4 trojans and 3 viruses that AVG (paid version) had missed.

On my Vista 64 I have been quite happy with the paid version of Avast and when I installed the Kaspersky on it, 2 trojans and 6 viruses were caught and fixed.

I purchased a 3 license, brand new Internet Security 2010 Kaspersky from ebay for $30 but it may cost closer to $60 to renew next year, but it will be worth it with these results.

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Jarrett

Banned 14 years ago

really? Norton? they were bottom of the totem pole for years and put out pretty crappy software.. their new version any better?

I've been super stoked with AntiVir and AVG

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Peter Gray

14 years ago

Hi

I'm also looking for a new Security Package since installing
Kaspersky I/S 2010.. Previous releases no problem but I
would not recommend the 2010 version it's a real CPU
gobbler. Updates, which happen frequently, just take over
and hog till they are done, resource monitor regularly shows
high cpu usage.

However never had any virus/malware problems.

Thanks for the advice on alternative products looking at
Nod 32 now.

I'm even considering going for a Mac.

Peter

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neil_patmore 14 years ago

As I said earlier in the thread ESET NOD32 has a very low footprint and is worth a try.

The product to watch out for over the next 18 months is Avira. They've recently had $100million invested into the company.
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14 years ago

Comodo Internet Security. 100% free

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CanuckWarrior

14 years ago

Norton 360 bogged my system down.

Comodo Internet Security almost drove me insane with false positives and blocking trusted applications.

Made the switch to Kaspersky Internet Security about 4 months ago and all is well.

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14 years ago

kaspersky antivirus & internet security all the way

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14 years ago

I use Kaspersky Internet Security for over a year now.
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gilmore

14 years ago

What do you all think of Panda? I had Avast, but suspected a problem, that Avast didn't picked up. Uninstalled it, installed Panda 2010. Panda picked up a worm and virus.

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vuwavai

14 years ago

I had been using Norton in the year 2002, then switched to BitDefender because of huge memory (system resource comsumed by Norton). I was happy with BitDefender but once it failed to detect and protect from a simple virus. Then I started using ESET Smart Security and was stick to it for the last 2 years. Same thing happened, unable to protect from a known but common virus.

Then again, started Norton reading the rave reviews about its consuming less memory. Now I'm using Norton Internet Security 2010, and seems to be stick with it for long time to come. It's really a fresh and newer than the old huge-memory consuming Norton.

thanks and hope it helps.

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JDArchitecture 14 years ago

I use:
Avira - Free
Malwarebytes - Paid

I used ComboFix (free) to find problems that nothing else could and had been on my machine for a long time, including one on my D drive.
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TPFLegionaire

14 years ago

I am considering migrating to Linux for my business computer , running a few windows specific software on my gaming rig if need be(use sandboxie )

I consider myself very savy when it comes to computer security having worked for many years in IT security (clearswift , centennial software now owned by Front Range) and now involved in Governance Risk and Compliance (Thomson Reuters)
If you thought auditors were dull, have a chat with an IT auditor some time to get some real horror stories!

It is clear from reading the above post that many of you have experienced dramatic failures in their security (learn to use a layered approach)
I myself , I am starting to give up, it's not a week that I do not come across some cross script vulnerabilities of zero day exploit where there is very little or nothing I could do if I fell prey to it.

Anyway for those who will keep using window, here is what I use

-Avast
-sandboxie
-malewarebytes
-adaware
-firewall
-ccleaner

Anyone already using Linux for their IM business?

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1byte 14 years ago

Avast Free is very good. But I've been using Prevx 3.0 for the last few weeks, because it found some viruses that several other AV's missed. So far so good...
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JonAlfredsson

14 years ago

Norton is a reliable software. I used it before but currently I'm using AVG 8. Even if it's just a trial version, it still keeps my computer working find and free from malware even if I watch videos all the time online.

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raydp 14 years ago

Having found some anti virus software "clogs up the works" and slows my computer down, I use Avast and have had no problems at all.

I once had a virus beat Norton and cause havoc whilst Mcaffee was like pouring treacle into my computer!

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13 years ago

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13 years ago

Kaspersky is the best, but if you need a good free version, then I'd suggest AVG

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mitoshthewarrior

13 years ago

Kaspersky is the best you are going to get. Updated on an hourly basis (compared to most that do daily) and they have the best response time out of all the companies out there. Typically under 2 hours to find new threats, most companies are 6-48 hours. In fact many hackers use Kaspersky as a test to see if their rootkit and malware packages are usable.

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knowledge101

13 years ago

ESET NOD 32 is my best paid antivirus. Before ESET, I tried several others such as Norton & Avira but was never 100% protected, viruses still managed to get into my sytem.For a free version, I would also recommend AVG.

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markv 13 years ago

I have used AVGfree for several years now nd have never had a problem with viruses. AVG is also not a resource hog like some other antivirus programs. I have had to use Malwarebyte's software twice over the last 2 years for removing spyware which AVGfree is not so good at detecting. However, I understand that the paid version of AVG is better in this respect.
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Internet_Corporation

13 years ago

I'm surprised AVG isn't getting mentioned more. It's cheap and even has a free version

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mrdomains 13 years ago

Avast. By far the best. Even the free version is outstanding (you have to reinstall every 2 months to keep it free). of all the different programs out there my experience is that avast puts the least drain on your computer resources. I could never go back to Norton, McAffe, etc.
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rain21

13 years ago

microsoft security essentials, because its working fine with me

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which antivirus do you guys recommend?

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