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Need recs for an antivirus
Posted on 2/7/20 at 8:27 am
Posted on 2/7/20 at 8:27 am
I've been a Chromebook user for quite awhile, but I need to fire up a windows laptop to run a program.
I'm looking for something I can download that can scan .exe file before installing programs. A plus would be one that also blocks malware.
TIA
I'm looking for something I can download that can scan .exe file before installing programs. A plus would be one that also blocks malware.
TIA
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Posted on 2/7/20 at 8:29 am to Cuz413
just use windows defender
Posted on 2/7/20 at 8:34 am to gmrkr5
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windows defender
This along with the free version of Avast.
Most of the other AV programs are memory hogs.
Posted on 2/7/20 at 8:58 am to Jimbeaux28
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This along with the free version of Avast.
They sell the frick out of your data. That's why it is "free"
OP... I suggest ESET or Bitdefender.
Posted on 2/7/20 at 10:03 am to SG_Geaux
ESET all the way. Not invasive at all and protects well.
Posted on 2/7/20 at 11:15 am to Jimbeaux28
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This post was edited on 12/21/21 at 1:20 pm
Posted on 2/7/20 at 4:15 pm to Cuz413
I use Windows Defender, I never have any issues. Not a memory hog, and I don't get malware or virus'.
Posted on 2/7/20 at 6:09 pm to Cuz413
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Need recs for an antivirus
Just wear a mask. Plus the corona still hasn’t made it too far into the US.
This post was edited on 2/7/20 at 6:09 pm
Posted on 2/7/20 at 7:30 pm to Cuz413
Malwarebytes has a free version that does on demand scans and a paid version that runs full time in the background. That plus Windows Defender should meet your needs.
Posted on 2/7/20 at 7:32 pm to Kracka
quote:same, and I surf some really sketchy sites
I use Windows Defender, I never have any issues. Not a memory hog, and I don't get malware or virus'.
Posted on 2/8/20 at 2:17 am to Cuz413
Just stop watching porn
Posted on 2/8/20 at 7:52 am to Cuz413
If you’re gonna buy something, ESET. If you want to go free, Windows Defender is more than adequate. I would also recommend Malwarebytes free version. It’ll let you run their full version for a brief period then you can manually check for malware as a backup to whatever you’re running ( I find they scan for the most comprehensive list of malware, generally).
I have an ESET subscription.
I have an ESET subscription.
Posted on 2/10/20 at 8:25 am to Cuz413
bitdefender free is a great choice. It is simple and always has the best protection and detection scores.
You just install it and forget it. No settings or anything to deal with.
You just install it and forget it. No settings or anything to deal with.
Posted on 2/10/20 at 9:56 am to Cuz413
Windows Defender and common sense are the best options.
Posted on 2/11/20 at 3:06 pm to Cuz413
No love for AVG anymore? I've been using it for years and it's saved me a number of times. Recently they've gotten a bit pushier than they used to be about upgrading to the paid version but not enough to make me switch.
This post was edited on 2/11/20 at 3:08 pm
Posted on 2/11/20 at 3:13 pm to EarlyCuyler3
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Windows Defender and common sense
Posted on 2/11/20 at 3:43 pm to Cuz413
I use Kaspersky. Light on resources, fast on detection and prevention. And I don't care if it is Russian owned.
It works.
It works.
Posted on 2/12/20 at 5:59 am to Cuz413
I would also recommend Malwarebytes. Years ago I had pc Get wrecked by a virus. It was the only thing I found that would remove it. Bought the premium license and never looked back. I never have spyware, malware or virus problems of any kind. Its fantastic.
Posted on 2/12/20 at 9:41 am to Will Cover
These days, most people have enough resources to cover AV. Back in the day, Kaspersky would kill my computer.
I've used them for a long time. I too don't worry about Russians hacking me.
I do get pissed that the renewal option is vastly more expensive than buying the program off of Amazon. I just renewed in January and the "deal" was $79. It was $89 on their website and it was $40 for a code on Amazon. That shite pisses me off.
I'm a long term customer. Don't make me go through the hoops of getting a code cheaper on Amazon. Give me the GD cheap price with the renewal option.
I've used them for a long time. I too don't worry about Russians hacking me.
I do get pissed that the renewal option is vastly more expensive than buying the program off of Amazon. I just renewed in January and the "deal" was $79. It was $89 on their website and it was $40 for a code on Amazon. That shite pisses me off.
I'm a long term customer. Don't make me go through the hoops of getting a code cheaper on Amazon. Give me the GD cheap price with the renewal option.
This post was edited on 2/12/20 at 9:43 am
Posted on 2/18/20 at 1:40 am to XanderCrews
Thanks for the tip about Avast! I didn’t know that
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