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06-Jan-2009, 11:41 AM #1
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I have to renew my antivirus subscription. Currently I have norton antivirus but am not happy with it. Could someone please advise me on what I should change to?
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06-Jan-2009, 11:50 AM #2
1) NOD32

2) Kaspersky
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Avast and AVG are some free ones too.
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thank you all for these suggestions and your time..
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if you are using xp you will need a good firewall. i use comodo 3.0 free with avg08.0 free ,they work well together.

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I concur with golferbob as i too have them and the only thing to remember is to scan at least 3 to 4 times a week.
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I am personally using Comodo Internet Security(AV and firewall) along with SuperAntiSpyware,SpywareBlaster,SpywareGuard, and MalwareBytes.With WinPatrol watching out at the front door.
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i used comodo internet secuity as well, very good. comodo firewall is rated #1 by pc magazine. it's free too. i also use avast home, threat fire and CCleaner. i suggest you dont buy paid stuff. in my experiance i get viruses with them , they slow down my pc and when i use just free stuff i dont have anything wrong.
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I am trying NOD32 and ESET for the moment but will bear all your comments in mind, if this doesn't work. Thanks again everyone, Will keep you posted.
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nod32 is eset. if you don't like it try sunbelt vipre. they are good too. i suggest going free, you will waste money that you don't need to.
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If you are using an older version of Norton - I would suggest having a look at NAV2009 or NIS 2009.
They have been totally revamped and have a very small footprint now.
A big improvement.
If your subscription is still valid, you can upgrade to 2009 for free using your present Key.
Then decide whether to renew.
I use NAV2009 and Comodo for a firewall.
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I have to renew my antivirus subscription. Currently I have norton antivirus but am not happy with it. Could someone please advise me on what I should change to?
Hi irrawaddy,

Why are you not happy with NAV? for how long have you been using it?
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yes comodo, i think along side avast is the best. comodo is probably the best I think. they are suprisingly free and are winning many awards. comodo firewall is currently the #2 firewall.
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