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panda

Postby Jeanette » Sun Jul 31, 2005 3:15 pm

Hi Malky

I have panda installed which updates every two days and I run ad-aware 6.0 twice a week. Do you think this is enough. I download patterns using adobe reader.

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Postby dgraves » Sun Jul 31, 2005 3:52 pm

I'm using Norton Anti-virus and Webroot Spy Sweeper.

Malky, this was a great idea. It is certainly generous of you and others to volunteer your time and efforts for the rest of us non-techies!!
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Postby Malky » Sun Jul 31, 2005 6:46 pm

Jeanette,

That sounds fine. The secret of any anti-virus software is to keep it updated regularly. The same for adaware - keep it updated too.

Dorian,

Think we got volunteered by Davie :lol: :lol: 8)
Not that I mind :)

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Postby Jonathan » Sun Jul 31, 2005 8:20 pm

Still please take note of the MS Anti-Spyware - link in the other virus thread.
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Postby Ship called Dignity » Sun Jul 31, 2005 8:30 pm

Dorian,

Think we got volunteered by Davie
Not that I mind

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? :lol:

Cheers anyway - I knew you pair would post! :wink:
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Postby Jonathan » Wed Sep 14, 2005 3:20 pm

Just to add to the anti-virus list - NOD32 - dead easy on the system.

www.nod32.com

30 Day trial then yearly subscriptions.
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Postby Malky » Wed Sep 14, 2005 9:10 pm

I use NOD32. Very impressive.

UK web address is http://www.nod32uk.com.

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Antivirus

Postby dgraves » Thu Sep 15, 2005 12:34 am

These are probably dumb questions, Malky:

Do you need to remove your current antivirus program before loading the new? Can you have two antivirus programs operating at the same time?

How does the NOD32 compare to Norton? I've never had a virus infiltrate using Norton, but I'm careful about what I open. Thanks :D
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Postby Malky » Thu Sep 15, 2005 9:55 am

You need to completely uninstall your old anti-virus program before installing a new one.

You cannot run 2 anti-virus programs at the same time.

Norton is very hungry of system resources and practically takes over your machine :? It can really slow down older machines.

NOD32 is the opposite. It is also very quick at scanning your computer - up to 3 times faster than its rivals.

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NOD32

Postby dgraves » Thu Sep 15, 2005 12:02 pm

Thanks, Malky :D !

When you are choosing an antivirus program, are you looking mainly for the one that interferes the least with the other systems on your computer? Or are you looking for the one that gives the most thorough protection against viruses?


Sorry for all of the questions, but I appreciate the help!
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NOD32

Postby dgraves » Sat Sep 17, 2005 11:14 pm

Hi Malky,

I went back and inserted a question in the previous post.

What is the yearly fee for the NOD32, and do you update the program online?

Thank you-
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Re: NOD32

Postby Malky » Sun Sep 18, 2005 12:52 pm

dgraves wrote:When you are choosing an antivirus program, are you looking mainly for the one that interferes the least with the other systems on your computer? Or are you looking for the one that gives the most thorough protection against viruses?


Probably both :D

IMHO NOD32 does both. Of course it doesn't include a firewall - you would need a separate product for that - Zone Alarm (which is free) or similar. If you have a broadband connection and have your computer on a lot it is vital you have a firewall.

That's where Norton or McAfee may be worth a look as they include a whole suite of programs to protect your computer from different types of attack - whether virus or other.

NOD32 is $39 from the US website and $27.30 to renew every year. The program is fit and forget - it automatically updates itself when you are online 8) :)

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Cost of NOD32

Postby dgraves » Sun Sep 18, 2005 2:56 pm

Hi Malky,

:D Thanks so much for the information! I know there are others that (have written) would like to know the cost from the town (in pounds). Would that be the dollars divided by 1.8 ?

$39.- = pounds 21.67 and $27.30 = pounds 15.17 ?

We've recently purchased a Dell Notebook that came with McAfee installed. That program grinds everything to a halt everytime it wants to update. It is akin to having a live gremlin in the machine!
I have wiped that thing out as you recommended :lol:
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Postby Malky » Sun Sep 18, 2005 4:47 pm

From http://www.nod32uk.com.

You can buy a 1 year, 2 year or 3 year licence for a single workstation (computer) for a home user.

1 year £23 + vat
2 year £35 + vat
3 year £46 + vat

For renewals it's £15, £25 or £37. All plus the dreaded vat.

The US website only seems to offer 1 year licences, Dorian but at least you don't have vat there. :)
Also, in the UK everything is more expensive. Comparing prices across the Internet and different countries reveals just how much of a rip-off living in this country is. :shock: :shock:

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