Computer savy folks, whats a solid Anti-virus program?

So Kaspersky is the best? I have Trend Micro Internet Security right now, the firewall + antivirus. Didn't buy it ;)
 
Compared to Trendmicro, Norton, and McAfee. NOD32 is good but you need to be pretty computer savvy to use it to it's full extent. If you "find" Kaspersky on the net share lol.
 
killrwheels@autogeek said:
I too use Norton ... I buy Systemworks w/ Firewall each year off Ebay for like 25.00 shipped. Easily removes the old version, and new version is loaded and Livewire is always pulling the latest upgrades without notice. I am sure its not the best, but its top 10 offering and I luckily have (knocking on wood) never had an issue. No quarantines ... and several warnings that email contained malicious content before opening !
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THats exactly what I do! It only comes with the discs and no manuals, so if the box and manuals are a MUST, then I would hit Costco
 
have used a number of programs over the years, but the best i have ever found is computer associates. automatic updates everyday,also available with a firewall. i get it for free through me servise provider.
 
Hey, I found a kaspersky serial that will last till 2008!!!

http://www.bitenova.nl/download.php?id=c74eebdfe36831afa5286d83f62e54ef3b385f15&name=Kaspersky.Internet.Security.Ver.6.0.0.300-ENG+Key-By.TXT-%5BCOLOMBO-BT.ORG%5D here's the link for the torrent for Kaspersky Internet security, don't use the included key, it's blacklisted. Use the one in the link below, and make sure it's downloaded and put it on ur desktop so you can browse to it easily.

KEYGEN.MS - Kaspersky Internet Security v6.0.1.411 new key-2008 by Extreme Team keygen crack instant download Here's the link to the serial I'm using, good till 2008

This is taken from one of the comments for the torrent:

"make sure all antivirus and internet securities are unistalled.... restart if neccesary.....

Open installation folder and install the program.

after its fnished press "Apply existing license key"
and press next, then browse to desktop

then open key folder and double click on the file inside

CONGRATS YOU ARE DONE!

enjoy !!!!!"
 
bumpity bump

Looking for new AV software, so many good choices I can't make up my mind...figured some of you may have updates
 
I've used norton on my mom's PCs and had issues with it. I'm currently running Zone Alarm, Spybot, and norton. DLing NOD32 atm.
 
AVG from Grisoft is great, uses very minimal computer resources (unlike Norton). Also, get a spyware scanner like Ad-Aware and/or spybot. Those two are all you need for most applications...and they are free.

Aside from being resource hogs, Norton and McAfee could be pain in the ass to uninstall.
 
I have been running NOD32 for 3 years now..and not one infection ....there is a tutorial on Howards security forums to set it up to its best settings...I also run BOclean which is now Comodo BOclean..it is a trojan and malware program...works great and a set and forget type program...

another good AV is Virual toolkit from Germany I believe....it has great detection ratings..

Al
 
Im running Norton 360 now ... no problems as was cheap on Ebay at 25.00 shipped. Seems to do it all well, and says out of my way when online.
 
What's an anti-virus program???;)

*From a snooty virus free Mac user.:D*
 
I'll keep myself from being all preachy and stuff but yeah, they do just work.:)
 
I'm a new member and an IT guy with 27 years experience. There is quite a bit of misinformation being given on this subject, but then there was some good also. I'm not about to jump in on this subject except to say "you're not as wise as you think if you depend on anyone's free version". Just because your hard drive hasn't been toasted in no way reflects what is or could be happening to your pc when you're online.

With the prolific spyware and virus threats on the internet there is no one product that can protect you at a 100% detection and removal rate. If you search you will find that the top players in the antivirus and spywareware removal software business change about every three months or so.

I also hear many people say you don't have to worry about someone breaking into your pc's at home because becuase businesses are where the real "grab" is. I finally installed a hardware firewall last year at home and it is amazing how many attempts there are to break in at my home. I accidentally left one of my firewall rules unchecked for two days while doing some testing and my firewall was broken into from Taiwan and the Phillipines. It appeared that the only thing done was a look at my firewall configuration.

To summarize I will say that antivirus software is kind of like car wax and polish. There are some much better than others, but each has it's own following. Some do a great job and some only do an o.k. job. The final results are in the hands of the one selecting and selecting the "tool".

Remember this, even with my experience I can't begin to know everything and some protection is better than none. Just make sure to keep your software current and updated.
 
scmartin23 said:
I'm a new member and an IT guy with 27 years experience. There is quite a bit of misinformation being given on this subject, but then there was some good also. I'm not about to jump in on this subject except to say "you're not as wise as you think if you depend on anyone's free version". Just because your hard drive hasn't been toasted in no way reflects what is or could be happening to your pc when you're online.

With the prolific spyware and virus threats on the internet there is no one product that can protect you at a 100% detection and removal rate. If you search you will find that the top players in the antivirus and spywareware removal software business change about every three months or so.

I also hear many people say you don't have to worry about someone breaking into your pc's at home because becuase businesses are where the real "grab" is. I finally installed a hardware firewall last year at home and it is amazing how many attempts there are to break in at my home. I accidentally left one of my firewall rules unchecked for two days while doing some testing and my firewall was broken into from Taiwan and the Phillipines. It appeared that the only thing done was a look at my firewall configuration.

To summarize I will say that antivirus software is kind of like car wax and polish. There are some much better than others, but each has it's own following. Some do a great job and some only do an o.k. job. The final results are in the hands of the one selecting and selecting the "tool".

Remember this, even with my experience I can't begin to know everything and some protection is better than none. Just make sure to keep your software current and updated.
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Which would you recommend?
 
If you want a recommendation then PM me. I am not about to start any trouble on this site, flame anyone or act like someone with all of the answers. Most every antivirus program has its own following or someone has "heard" something about this or that. I have my opinions too for that matter.

This is a great site and a wonderful place to exchange ideas and I want to keep it that way.
 
I'm still absolutely loving kaspersky which runs out 4/6/08 :(, thats o.k cause lately I've been "practacing" on the piratebay :D. NOD32 is really liked on torrent sites more so then Kaspersky (but still recommended as a solid program). I'd definitely but this program (or NOD32) without hesitation.
 
wytstang said:
I'm still absolutely loving kaspersky which runs out 4/6/08 :(, thats o.k cause lately I've been "practacing" on the piratebay :D. NOD32 is really liked on torrent sites more so then Kaspersky (but still recommended as a solid program). I'd definitely but this program (or NOD32) without hesitation.
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Hey Wytstang I'm still gonna PM u info about a new Kaspersky key if I find one :)
 
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