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11-May-2008, 02:44 PM #1
Anti-virus programs
The program PC-cillin came with my new computer (I'll have to pay after a trial period).
On my old computer, I had AVG (free) and it seemed to work fine.
I am the sole user - with the exception of a very occasional houseguest - and I NEVER open attachments unless I know the sender.
Is there any reason why I should subscribe to PC-cillin?
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11-May-2008, 06:34 PM #2
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Is there any reason why I should subscribe to PC-cillin?
Theres no need for a paid antivirus, AVG is good.
My personal preference is Avast
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11-May-2008, 06:57 PM #3
Depends on your preference and tastes. The new AVG Version 8 is fine. I want the best in protection and performance. In my opinion, Nod32 is just about the best. It provides great protection and doesn't bog down the pc. You can get a one year version of Nod32 usually for about $25. That is a pretty cheap investment for one of the most important pieces of software you'll use other than the Operating System.
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11-May-2008, 09:48 PM #4
Thank you - just downloaded Avast.
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12-May-2008, 03:06 PM #5
Ditto what xgerryx & rosmari said

Avast all the way
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14-May-2008, 01:14 AM #6
Kaspersky or NOD 32

Zone Alarm Internet Security Suite (With Kaspersky built in) plus NOD 32 is king.
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16-May-2008, 12:11 AM #7
Nod 32
What is NOD 32? Does it come with the zone alarm or is it from a seperate company? Thanks for you help!
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16-May-2008, 01:25 AM #8
NOD 32 is a Antivirus Program from ESET you can find more information out from Here

NOD 32 Antivirus does NOT come with Zonealarm Security Suite.

Kaspersky Antivirus does come with Zonealarm Security Suite
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