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Since: Apr 23, 2005
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(Msg. 1) Posted: Sat Apr 23, 2005 5:28 am
Post subject: Free V's Paid for Virus Protection
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Is there any reason why a normal home user should choose a paid for
antivirus package such as Norton 2005 rather than choose a free
antivirus package such as AVG?
Does anyone know of a site where these products are compared with
regards to detection rates etc . . .
My current subscription to Norton Antivirus 2002 is up in may and I was
wondering whether to pay for an upgrade to 2005 or uninstall it and
download AVG.
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(Msg. 2) Posted: Sat Apr 23, 2005 8:33 am
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(Msg. 3) Posted: Sat Apr 23, 2005 8:33 am
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(Msg. 4) Posted: Sat Apr 23, 2005 8:32 pm
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andrew_duerden DeleteThis @excite.com wrote:
> Is there any reason why a normal home user should choose a paid for
> antivirus package such as Norton 2005 rather than choose a free
> antivirus package such as AVG?
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> Does anyone know of a site where these products are compared with
> regards to detection rates etc . . .
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> My current subscription to Norton Antivirus 2002 is up in may and I was
> wondering whether to pay for an upgrade to 2005 or uninstall it and
> download AVG.
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>
> Thanks
>
It all depends on just how much security your really need. If you're a
low risk user, it probably doesn't matter. If you don't fit that
profile, it probably doesn't matter which AV you choose. >> Stay informed about: Free V's Paid for Virus Protection |
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(Msg. 5) Posted: Sat Apr 23, 2005 8:32 pm
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andrew_duerden.DeleteThis@excite.com wrote:
> Is there any reason why a normal home user should choose a paid for
> antivirus package such as Norton 2005 rather than choose a free
> antivirus package such as AVG?
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> Does anyone know of a site where these products are compared with
> regards to detection rates etc . . .
>
> My current subscription to Norton Antivirus 2002 is up in may and I was
> wondering whether to pay for an upgrade to 2005 or uninstall it and
> download AVG.
>
>
> Thanks
>
It all depends on just how much security your really need. If you're a
low risk user, it probably doesn't matter. If you don't fit that
profile, it probably doesn't matter which AV you choose. >> Stay informed about: Free V's Paid for Virus Protection |
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Since: Apr 23, 2005
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(Msg. 6) Posted: Sun Apr 24, 2005 2:24 am
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I've been browsing review sites and noticed that NOD32 was rated best
in detecting 100% in a sample of infected files. The free programs
scored around 85%. It also stated that antivirus software wasnt the
best at detecting trojans so I think I'll invest in a dedicated trojan
finder (BOClean).
Thanks for the feedback everyone. >> Stay informed about: Free V's Paid for Virus Protection |
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(Msg. 7) Posted: Sun Apr 24, 2005 2:54 am
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(Msg. 8) Posted: Sun Apr 24, 2005 12:52 pm
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(Msg. 9) Posted: Sun Apr 24, 2005 12:52 pm
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(Msg. 10) Posted: Sat May 07, 2005 3:02 am
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I would say don't do AVG Free, or AVG at all....I had terribly results using
their products...get away from Norton tho for sure...
Ricardo
<andrew_duerden RemoveThis @excite.com> wrote in message
news:1114259283.034167.109720@f14g2000cwb.googlegroups.com...
> Is there any reason why a normal home user should choose a paid for
> antivirus package such as Norton 2005 rather than choose a free
> antivirus package such as AVG?
>
> Does anyone know of a site where these products are compared with
> regards to detection rates etc . . .
>
> My current subscription to Norton Antivirus 2002 is up in may and I was
> wondering whether to pay for an upgrade to 2005 or uninstall it and
> download AVG.
>
>
> Thanks
> >> Stay informed about: Free V's Paid for Virus Protection |
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(Msg. 11) Posted: Sat May 07, 2005 3:02 am
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I would say don't do AVG Free, or AVG at all....I had terribly results using
their products...get away from Norton tho for sure...
Ricardo
<andrew_duerden.TakeThisOut@excite.com> wrote in message
news:1114259283.034167.109720@f14g2000cwb.googlegroups.com...
> Is there any reason why a normal home user should choose a paid for
> antivirus package such as Norton 2005 rather than choose a free
> antivirus package such as AVG?
>
> Does anyone know of a site where these products are compared with
> regards to detection rates etc . . .
>
> My current subscription to Norton Antivirus 2002 is up in may and I was
> wondering whether to pay for an upgrade to 2005 or uninstall it and
> download AVG.
>
>
> Thanks
> >> Stay informed about: Free V's Paid for Virus Protection |
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(Msg. 12) Posted: Sat May 07, 2005 3:08 am
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<andrew_duerden DeleteThis @excite.com> wrote in message
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>I suppose you're right. Guess I'm just used to getting my software in
> a box. Downloading cuts costs - and you dont have to wait 3 working
> days for delivery.
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> Thanks again
The only Box I go for has two legs attached to it....just my .02 
Ricardo >> Stay informed about: Free V's Paid for Virus Protection |
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(Msg. 13) Posted: Sat May 07, 2005 3:08 am
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<andrew_duerden DeleteThis @excite.com> wrote in message
news:1114372377.938110.200600@g14g2000cwa.googlegroups.com...
>I suppose you're right. Guess I'm just used to getting my software in
> a box. Downloading cuts costs - and you dont have to wait 3 working
> days for delivery.
>
> Thanks again
The only Box I go for has two legs attached to it....just my .02
Ricardo >> Stay informed about: Free V's Paid for Virus Protection |
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