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Frank


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Posted: Fri Jan 22, 2010 1:34 pm   Post subject: Recommended Antivirus / Security Software - Protect your PC


Ok Stewbies, time for us to compile our recommended list of antivirus / security software to help those who need some. Suggest your software (with link included preferably) and I'll compile it into one list here.


Antivirus Software
- Avira AntiVir Personal - Free for personal use
- AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition - Free for personal use
- avast! Free Antivirus - Free


Spyware / Malware / Adware Removers
- SpyBot - Search & Destroy - Free
- Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware - Free
- Windows Defender - Windows XP Service Pack 2 or later, or Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 or later.


System Utilities to help with security
- CCleaner - Free system optimization, privacy and cleaning tool
- WinPatrol - Free, Advanced version also available
- Advanced SystemCare Free - Free download, many utilities
- Revo Uninstaller - Free, helpful to uninstall software completely (no leftover folders)




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KK Ng

Malacca, Malaysia.
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Posted: Fri Jan 22, 2010 2:13 pm   Post subject:


AVG which I had been using for at least more than 8 years now. A basic antivirus and antispyware protection for Windows available to download for free. Limited features, no support, for private and non-commercial use only.

http://free.avg.com/us-en/download?prd=afg

I also run Window Defender together with the AVG free version. Windows Defender is included with all versions of Windows Vista and is available to download for genuine copies of Windows XP Service Pack 2 or later, or Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 or later.

http://www.microsoft.com/windows/products/winfamily/defender/default.mspx


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Palustris


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Posted: Fri Jan 22, 2010 5:59 pm   Post subject:


Scotty
http://winpatrol.com/


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Sherry8

Wisconsin...zone 4
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Posted: Tue Jan 26, 2010 3:55 pm   Post subject:


I use the AVG security that is free...I got tired of waiting for our internet provider to finish a free program that they are working on for Windows 7...so far it is great.

I do love windows 7 ...

I have been using it for a while and I still have a few things I have to learn on it yet...I have been going to the website and reading. My computer is so-------------much faster with it...I am so happy Very Happy I got a new one.


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SusieQ07
Florida
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Posted: Sat Feb 27, 2010 3:07 pm   Post subject:


Frank here's one that is a one stop, takes care of it all software, you do not need one from each catagory as you listed above, with this one, and it is awesome! also a free download..check it out! of course you need to keep a good anti virus, this will take care of all of the rest.
http://download.cnet.com/Advanced-SystemCare-Free/3000-2086_4-10407614.html

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korki
Canada
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Posted: Sat Jun 26, 2010 5:24 pm   Post subject:


Actually the free ones are okay but if you want reliability. I recommend Norton 360


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DerekMc525
NC
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Posted: Fri Jan 21, 2011 7:20 pm   Post subject:


Not to step on toes, but i can't stand Norton, The version you buy is a little better than the free one. No matter which one you chose just remember, its not like seat belts, The More You Have On The Safer You Are. Most Anti virus programs will fight with each other for dominance and cause you Pc to run slower. Just as important as a good Antivirus software is to keep them all up to date, Virus's come out daily! Recommended websites for SAFE Downloads are (personal oppinion- 0 Virus from them yet) Filehippo.com and Download.cnet.com
Coming from computer business owner
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Netty


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Southern Ontario zone 5a
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Posted: Fri Jan 21, 2011 11:18 pm   Post subject:


I'm not a fan of Norton either.
I use ESET security
http://www.eset.com/home
And Malware Bytes
http://www.malwarebytes.org/

I don't use the free versions because I've found you really DO get what you pay for.

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dooley

Texas
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Posted: Fri Jan 21, 2011 11:39 pm   Post subject:


I'm using Comodo Security Suites, Ad_Aware and Malwarebytes. Dan downloaded them for me to use on this computer. They are all free for personal use.
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J@ck


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Posted: Fri Mar 11, 2011 5:49 pm   Post subject:


For Windows seven I use ESET SMART SECURITY and CCLEANER.
With Windows Vista my wife use Outpost full security.
Spring cleaning Very Happy TUNE UP UTILITIES.Never a problèm

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Humble Pie
USA
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Posted: Mon Sep 12, 2011 2:46 pm   Post subject:


If I may add my 2 cents:

Here is a really nice program.

It will show you which programs on your system need to be updated and will provide a download link for you.

Update Checker

And I see that no one has mentioned SpywareBlaster

Excellent program!

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