antivirus

[Dan Cardin]

well i sort of narrowed it down to NOD and Kaspersky. Then i saw some good things about antiVir and F-secure

but i'm still leaning towards NOD and kaspersky. So if anyone would tell me their oppinion about which one i should get (my mom is buying it so its the non-free ones :p)

EDIT: or pointing out the pros/cons of each :)

[malotthouse]

You should get Avg. its the best antivirus software for free on the market.

but if your content on one of those two, go with kaspersky. its better than NOD hands-down

[Heavenzeyez1]

AVG.
Eerik.

[Dan Cardin]

rggg! i hate avg with a passion and dont see how anyone could like it :(.

But i voted kaspersky for malotthouse so that i could see he results more easily and he didnt vote on the poll. :)

[FEAR]

How about Zone Alarm, its pretty good and its what I use. It wont take much of your systems resource either. Here are the feature of Zone alarm security suite.


Antivirus
New engine delivers the best virus protection with significantly enhanced detection and removal capabilities. Hourly signature updates, expanded coverage, and faster detection to find and remove even the most recent and aggressive viruses.

Anti-Spyware
More robust detection and removal functions perform deeper scans at every level and purge spyware from your PC.

* Ability to remove even the most persistent, hard-to-find spyware that infiltrate your PC at the core level

Anti-Spam & Anti-Phishing
Stops spam with automatic spam blocking that automatically adapts to the latest spamming techniques. Protects against phishing emails that attempt to steal your money or identity.

Identity Theft Protection
While ZoneAlarm continues to secure your identity information on your PC, these new Identity Theft Protection services also prevent identity theft over the Internet and even in the physical world. Learn More

* Stops pre-approved credit card offers, which contain sensitive financial data often used by criminals for identity theft (offered via a credit industry service - US only)
* Detects theft by monitoring both cyberspace and stolen credit card lists from vendors, consumers, and the underground. Alerts you if your credit cards are stolen
* Provides a low-cost, public records report to alert you of fraud, such as phony DMV records (US only)
* Assists identity theft victims with personal telephone counseling to guide them through resolution and recovery (US only)
* Offers identity theft education and tools to help you prevent, detect and recover from identity theft

Network and Program Firewall
Delivers proactive firewall protection with multiple layers of security that stop inbound, outbound, and program attacks while remaining completely invisible to hackers.

* Guards the network perimeter from inbound and outbound threats with the world's #1 firewall
* Prevents spyware and other malicious programs from sending your personal information across the Internet
* Full stealth mode to keep you concealed from anyone on the Internet
* Protects your programs from malware

Operating System Firewall (OSFirewall™)
This additional layer of security prevents hard-to-remove spyware, including rootkits and kernel-level threats, from getting onto your PC and causing damage.

* Identify and filter over 100,000 applications for constant protection against threats
* Monitor program installation, registry changes and file access down to your PC's core
* Monitor additional program actions for more thorough protection
* Prevents malicious software from damaging files in your core Windows operating system

Auto-Learn
Allows hassle-free computer operation from the moment of installation by hiding unnecessary security alerts, thereby drastically reducing interruptions during the first two weeks as the product learns the programs you typically use. Automatically configures security settings, and rates threats according to level of potential damage they represent.

Game Mode
One-click control temporarily suppresses most security alerts and prevents them from interrupting your fun while maintaining maximum protection for your PC.

Wireless PC Protection
Automatically detects wireless networks and secures your PC from hackers and other Internet threats wherever you're connected - at home or on the road.

SmartDefense™ Service
Provides your PC with real-time security updates, improved response to breaking spyware threats, and new attack protection capabilities.

* SmartDefense Advisor automatically adjusts your security settings for maximum protection against the latest virus and spyware outbreaks
* Includes DefenseNet, an early warning system that gathers data from the ZoneAlarm user community on the latest spyware and malware outbreaks
* Leverages this vast user knowledge by including it in signature updates that protect your PC from the latest spyware attacks

Superior Performance & Compatibility
Allows your PC to run quickly and smoothly.

Windows 2000/XP Users Also Get:
Spy Site Blocking
Prevents spyware from getting on your PC by blocking its primary source: spyware distribution websites.

* Blocks you from accidentally visiting or being redirected to websites that distribute spyware
* Prevents spyware already on your computer from contacting websites to exchange information, give out your personal data, or get updates

Privacy Protection
Manages and blocks pop-up ads, online profiling, cookies, cache, and scripts so you can surf in peace.

IM Protection
Protects your instant messages - even those sent between different services - so they can't be monitored.

* Secures your IM sessions from spyware and virus infiltration
* Prevents IM spam
* Restricts your kids to IM'ing only to known, trusted people

Email Security
Quarantines suspicious attachments to help defend against unknown viruses; automatically halts outbound messages to keep you from accidentally infecting others.

Parental Control
Prevents children from viewing inappropriate content on Web sites.

* Blocks inappropriate Web sites with over 30 categories to filter including pornography, violence, and freeware
* Scans uncategorized Web sites before they load onto the Web browser to determine appropriateness :D

[Dan Cardin]

http://virus.gr/portal/en/node/28
:) doesnt zone alarm use kaspersky's engine? and ive heard kaspersky updates more and has better help and stuff

[oliver1205]

lolololol any free anti virus sucks go with Windows live one care.(http://onecare.live.com/standard/en-us/default.htm) its something like 50 bucks a year, can go on up to 3 ( or 5 i forget ) comps or laptops in your house. you can run scheduled tune ups that check for viruses, defrag and back up your hard drive, and get rid of uesless files. You can also of course run virus scans. its made right by Microsoft so the support is good. comes with fire wall...

ive had it a year and had no problems so far. remember, you get what you pay for.

heres a pic of main screen...
http://img352.imageshack.us/img352/1473/68475532cx3.png (http://imageshack.us)

[bullzeye95]

I'd rather die that use an antivirus made by microsoft... ;) (actually, dying is a bit extreme, I'd just rather not use it)

I voted kaspersky.

[L3ss Than 33]

I'm a comcast.net highspeed subscriber.
I think I can get you good anti-virus free. PM me.

[oliver1205]

I'd rather die that use an antivirus made by microsoft... ;) (actually, dying is a bit extreme, I'd just rather not use it)

I voted kaspersky.

have you ever used it before?

[Timer]

McAfee

[GoF]

As far as I know most viruses are sort of designed for those microsoft firewalls and shit. cause they're widely used. And I hate them.

[Kasi]

non of them i have avg free and norton 360

[L3ss Than 33]

McAfee

Yes, I get McAfee free from Comcast Highspeed Internet. It's very good!

[nz pure wc]

i dont use anti virus, waste of time.

[Bobarkinator]

AVG especially if you can get the not so legal one :rolleyes:

Otherwise Kaspersky, although last time i used that my internet went very slow

[Dan Cardin]

well right now i'm testing kaspersky on its 30 day trial and i like it :). But that still doesnt tell me how good it is at finding virus because i dont think i actually have one right now. And i dont feel like purposefully finding a virus and putting it on my computer to test it :p.

and doesnt anyone know of a good free firewall maybe? (except not comodo...i reallllly dont like comodo :()

[GoF]

well right now i'm testing kaspersky on its 30 day trial and i like it :). But that still doesnt tell me how good it is at finding virus because i dont think i actually have one right now. And i dont feel like purposefully finding a virus and putting it on my computer to test it :p.

and doesnt anyone know of a good free firewall maybe? (except not comodo...i reallllly dont like comodo :()

Hm. I tried kaspersky, fucked up stuff on my pc.. Pretty much didn't let me use the internet for some reason and just didn't generally like it so I got rid of it... And the internet is full of free things, you just have to find them ;)


AVG especially if you can get the not so legal one :rolleyes:

Word.

[red eyes 20]

norton? ummm, why is it never mentioned?
any ways you useually don't get virus's unless you spew your email all over and are stupid and go unzipping untrustable files >_>

[Rikje]

Norton 360 here.

tough,, if you have a bad computer this one sucks.

[Narcle]

What FEAR said, Zone Alarm all the way.

I found a free key for it, and it has always allowed me to update it over the net. It won't expire until year 2153.

I use Zone Alarm Security Suite on my 2 main computers. Its Anti-Virus and Anti-Spam. I run on dial-up and it actually speeds up my connection because I set security to high and manually monitor my connection. I control every program that accesses the net or tries too.

@AVG
It sucks now, don't use it!

[d35th-bullet]

I say use panda 2008 pretty good one(h)

[osmm]

If your paying get Zone Alamr, best Security system ever. And I said system, that includes like EVERYTHING security for your comp. Trust me it is the greatest. Also Nortan Anit virus is known for its firewall, otherwise ZA is the best.

[FEAR]

What FEAR said, Zone Alarm all the way.

I found a free key for it, and it has always allowed me to update it over the net. It won't expire until year 2153.

I use Zone Alarm Security Suite on my 2 main computers. Its Anti-Virus and Anti-Spam. I run on dial-up and it actually speeds up my connection because I set security to high and manually monitor my connection. I control every program that accesses the net or tries too.

@AVG
It sucks now, don't use it!

Wow lol I can say the exact same thing for myself....like I too found a key for it....it lets me update.....it wont expire till....i dont remember how long lol:p

[jhildy]

Alot of people hate norton but i have norton everything firewall antivirus email protection and its very nice for me. It is kind of slow though but if you have a good computer it is fine.

[R0b0t1]

I have an anti-virus that kicks every single one that has been mentioned.


I call it: "Brain".

[malotthouse]

Norton= no. no. no. it leave a crapload of junk on your computer, and is very very hard to replace if you have it.

zone alarm= an okay program, i had it after norton on my laptop... it gets annoying though with all the popups.

windows live=sucks
@bullzeye95: i love you for saying that ;)

avg=best freeware. end of story. even if you hate it.

kaspersky=best of all. okay maybe not bestest. avg is up there. if i had a choice id pick avg. but if your going to only choose from your list, pick kaspersky


@dan-I didn't vote b/c avg was my vote. if you want me to vote, ill pick kaspersky out of those.


@narcle- rofl 2153? will we even need virus protection then?

[R0b0t1]

You forgot to rate 'Brain'. Its been proven most effective against twelve year old hacker's viruses, but it's effectiveness may vary against other forms.

[Dan Cardin]

You forgot to rate 'Brain'. Its been proven most effective against twelve year old hacker's viruses, but it's effectiveness may vary against other forms.

well there are different versions of 'brain'. You for instance probably have a v83.5(the latest version). My mom has 61.4 and has a very slow updating speed. and my dad has only 15.2...he cant update(trail version)

so 'brain' isnt a very good solution for me...Which is why i need a good one for all people :)

[R0b0t1]

I've actually traveled into the future and retrieved v9129387.1232.13213235543.1; I'm pretty much set.

You *might* be able to get Ben to order his aliens to monitor your computer, they'll blow up the creator of said found virus. Or... Get him to post here.

[[-jesus-]]

NOD32 rapes your memory...

[Dan Cardin]

then i think that pretty much settles it because it was pretty much between kaspersky and nod. and so far i like kaspersky(not that ive tried the 30 day trial for NOD), and if NOD is a memory hog then i can live withou it :)

EDIT: plus kaspersky has 11 votes :)

[[-jesus-]]

Btw if any1 here decides to use NOD32, this site has licenses they update every day or so:

http://www.nod321.com/


(Think you can dl cracked NOD32 there also, can't read Chinese[?] though): http://www.nod321.com/nod32/3.html

[GoF]

I have an anti-virus that kicks every single one that has been mentioned.


I call it: "Brain".

Since when have you had a brain?

[R0b0t1]

I never said I have one, I said I use one. ;)

[Korbman]

AVG is a fairly decent antivirus software...but I'm going with the newest version of Norton Antivirus. Regardless of what people think, Norton '07 got some really good ratings (I read PC World magazine and it was rated top antivirus).

[[S]paz]

that IS the virus... lol norton laggs every machine known to man,
uses so much resources,
costs money....,
hard to get rid of totally,
too noob friendly,
general intrusive behaviour

as u can tell me dislikes norton :P but AVG FTW!!! lol

~Spaz

[Korbman]

The new Norton doesn't use as many resources as its predecessors, but yeah I'll agree that it still slows down the system (only when it runs a full system scan though...everything else is much better). It's not expensive to me since I get it for free...through my special ways ;)
It's also gotten pretty good at finding viruses, spyware, and other shit that you don't want.
AVG is good though..and it's free for everyone! Woohoo!:)

[Vapor]

I got zone alarm and its working very well !

norton is big junk


take zone alarm big time ...

[Torrent of Flame]

AVG. I dont see why people hate it.

Norton never actually caught anything on my computer. And it always told me to disable any internet protection and firewalls from Windows. So it let everything through and err... NEVER caught it.


Go with AVG, or Brain. My brain is the latest version. My dads is erm.. non existant actually (He thought Java was malicious >.>)

[coo too]

AVG no dout about it. I've got the paid for version, but heres a link to the free one here. http://free.grisoft.com/doc/download-free-anti-virus/us/frt/0 I've never had virus ever with AVGthats done any harm to my computer and I download stuff all the time. If it's infected then it moves it to the virus vault almost instantley.

[░░░░░]

AVG no dout about it. I've got the paid for version, but heres a link to the free one here. http://free.grisoft.com/doc/download-free-anti-virus/us/frt/0 I've never had virus ever with AVGthats done any harm to my computer and I download stuff all the time. If it's infected then it moves it to the virus vault almost instantley.

thats what i have... Avg antivirus is 110% the best free antivirus there is...