anti virus protection: September 2009

Saturday, September 19, 2009

Why is it...?

Panda Anti Virus Company accepted my money to pay for there services but the antivirus protection has not worked properly at all and they have yet to fix it and its been almost a year now. Alot of un-anwsered tech support e-mails. Can someone give me any advice on how to get this resolved/fixed?... because I have paid for this service and tecnically I am not getting it, at least not totally what I paid for. Can someone also tell me a better antivirus company to switch to when my subscription is over with panda.

Why is it...?mcaffee

Forget about any company that whacks you for bucks just to keep your system safe!

Here are some great free alternatives!

Free Anti-virus:

http://free.grisoft.com/doc/1

http://free.grisoft.com/doc/2/lng/us/tpl...

http://www.avast.com/eng/avast_4_home.ht...

http://free.grisoft.com/doc/5390/lng/us/...

http://www.free-av.com/

http://www.trendmicro.com/hc_intro/defau...

http://www.superantispyware.com/

Other Anti-virus help:

http://www.f-secure.com/v-descs/

http://www.cert.org/other_sources/viruse...

Free Online Virus Checks:

http://onlinescan.avast.com/

http://www.avast.com/eng/avast-virus-cle...

http://housecall.trendmicro.com/

http://support.f-secure.com/enu/home/ols...

http://www.kaspersky.com/virusscanner

What antispywere do you prefer to use?

As a result of using Internet I had massive problems with Spywares and viruses. I installed a toolbar and it came packaged with spyware and clutter up my browser with useless buttons. It happened quite a long time ago and I just tolerated that. But the serious problems started when I opened unknown email letter. One of virus on my computer was a really invasive spywere and made me to think seriously about doing something. I tried to delete some files I considered to be bad in a safe mode but it didn鈥檛 work. I thereafter routinely ran several antispyware programs, none of which eradicated the spyware totally. I've tried some protection systems, the free ones. As I鈥檓 not very experienced in that case I used the most typical programs. While trying different anti-viruses and anti-spyweres I downloaded the Spy-Shredder. I just wanted to put in a good word for the program. Actually it鈥檚 a great program and it helped me much. I have not had a spyware infection since I switched over to it and I haven't had any unwanted pop-ups either. I wanted to thank the guys who made the anti-spywere. I spent so many hours solving problems of my computer and trying to delete malicious stuff from it. Just love the program!

What antispywere do you prefer to use?microsoft office

I use Webroot Spy Sweeper it works great.

What antispywere do you prefer to use?norton antivirus

Is it bad?

is it bad 2 have more then one anti spy-were and anti-virus.

and the second question is...it bad to have more then i virues protection.

Is it bad?microsoft

It will slow down your computer and may cause conflicts.

my recommendation for anti-spyware, try Spyware Doctor and Norton Internet Security from Google Pack:

http://pack.google.com/

Make sure you uninstall all other antivirus/antispyware programs

Is it bad?norton ghost

Depends on how the virus protection is. If it's good, then yeah one is enough.

Difference With Kaspersky?

What is the difference between the Kaspersky Anti-Virus 7.0 and the Kaspersky Internet Security 7.0?

I want total protection.

Difference With Kaspersky?moto guzzi

From my experience, NoNo - (I just answered your other q.) by the way -

I FIRST looked at Norton '08 - And then Norton Internet '08 -

Finally - they got me! (Or I should say my brother who bought it for me)! when All the checkmarks were ticked off under

"Norton 360" - The Total Package...

Just look at the diff.'s between them - If they cover you More, and cost more money, of course!! there's your answer...

:-) C'kins

Difference With Kaspersky?norton internet security 2008

Here's the thing, more price more protection.
Kaspersky Internet Security 7.0 includes Kaspersky Anti-Virus 7.0, Antispyware, trojan...

Antivirus help?urgent.?

i used NORTON 2006,2007 they are not installing on my computer and i MCAFEE TOTAL PROTECTION cd and it is also not getting installed and when i install AVAST it does not allow me to access even to my computer.im without anti virus(and anti-spyware).suggest some good anti virus and anti spyware

Antivirus help?urgent.?network security

If you have any antivirus program installed, uninstall it from Control Panel - Add/Remove programs and install just one! Here you have some good and free ones to download:

http://www.kiete.com/antivirus.html

I recommend AntiVir and AVG.

Antivirus help?urgent.?norton internet security

Hey mate, this question has been asked ten thousand times and I'm not kidding. Use one anti virus program only. Enter "antivirus help" in the box above (search for questions) for those ten thousand answers.
Hi guy ,

Try to install one antivirus , i suggest you Nod 32 or Kaspersky , then install a program for malware like spyware doctor .

Good luck .
Did you try to use ALL the anti-viruses mentioned above? If yes, then it's a very bad idea. Anti-viruses conflict with one another, so you must never use more than one anti-viruses together. Now uninstall EVERY anti-virus that you have got and then restart your computer. Then, go to these sites and pick an anti-virus, anti-spyware and firewall of your choice:

What should I do?

I am considering deleting Norton Internet Security 2007 and downloading either AVG or Avast for antivirus protection. Also, to take care of spyware, I was planning on downloading Spybot Search and Destroy. Would this be a smart thing to do, or should I just stick with Norton?

The Internet Security programs supposedly gives me firewall, spyware, and virus protection so I would be deleting it and replacing it with antivirus (AVG/Avast) and anti-spyware (Spybot) but then I do not know if I would have a firewall. The reason I am doing this is because Norton only finds a cookie or two when I run a full system scan, while other free scanners find hundreds of problens. So basically I am wondering if I should do this or keep Norton, or maybe you have an even better suggestion...I just want to make this computer faster.

I already bought Norton, but I would definitely switch to some freeware program if it speeds up my computer.

Thank you in advance for your help!

What should I do?network

First of all, do you have a virus? If not, sticking with Norton is a good idea but if you want extra protection don't, delete Norton because its actually very good. You can just download the extra spy ware protection but i don't think you need any more. (i use norton and had no problems)

Security on my computer?

I have Kasperky Anti-virus, Spyware Doctor, Zone Alarm Free. Is this safe Or do i need more Protection.

Is Zone Alarm Security Suite Alot better then Zone Alarm Pro?

Also should i get Zone Alarm Pro Or Zone Alarm Security Suite?

Security on my computer?nortan antivirus

You already have enough anti blah blah blah programs to start slowing down your computer as much a virus. (Assuming you have an average-bad computer.) lol

Security on my computer?nortonantivirus

You're WELL protected...you don't need more... it could cause program conflict

Why do you always have a go at norton products?

i had mcafee internet security suite and it slowed my pc down and giving me buffer overflow problems and more. since getting rid of it, i have installed norton internet security 2008 and norton system works. since installing these my laptop has been so much better, faster (like new) and had no problems. it is really nice to have a descent fast laptop with no problems. when i use the norton to scan and it finds tracking cookies, it does find them all because i use avg anti spy afterwards and that finds nothing. it shows norton is good and my laptop runs at top fast performance. also i have been told that all these free programs they people use for anti virus, malware etc etc are really not THAT good. because they are free, you don't get a good protection unless you pay for it and people i know that has these free products do get problems and viruses eventually. so if you pc is protected by loads of free programs, you will pay for it in the end as they do eventually mess up your pc

Why do you always have a go at norton products?nortan

Thats fine, if your having a good experience with Norton carry on using it, I know many many people who have had the same bad experience you had with Mcafee AND norton. Me personally I will use AVG pro which costs next to nothing and finds everything so far without bloating my system with spyware and junk

Why do you always have a go at norton products?noton

What are good computer security programs?

Where can I get them.

Anti Virus.

Anti Spyware and Trojan and Worm

Ad Killers.

How to stop the computer from freezing, and protection from being hacked or someone getting into the computer.

BEST ANSWER 10 points. Thanks.

What are good computer security programs?norten

Years of experience as taught me to keep everything simple and you will never have any problems with your computer. Here are the program that I use. Remember that you can only use one antivirus program or you will have serious conflict with your system. You can use two or three antispyware programs without conflict. Usually one will find what the other misses.

Here is what I use in two computer and they use little or no resources and I always 100% clean and I keep it simple.

Antivirus free from AOL Active Virus Shield, powered by Karpersky Lab. Russia. Rated # 1 in the world for virus detection. You get auto updates every hour, background scanner, that works also on bootup and shutdown. Three ways to scan. Your initial scan on installation will be your entire system and this will take some time, but worth the time. You don麓t have to belong to AOL. I have no relationship with them. They will send you a free registration key with your email.

http://www.activevirusshield.com/antivir...

Free firewall:

http://www.zonealarm.com Download their free home for personal use. You will get auto updates and any new version is automatic download without having to remove the old version.

Deleting Norton?

Thank you in advance for your help!

Deleting Norton?nortin

Personally, I'd delete anything to do with Norton's from my system. It's ok in a corporate enviroment or if you are running a high end spec'd machine but for your average home user it is resourse hungry and will attempt to chew away at every bit of your memory/cpu as possible.

If you are going to remove Norton's from your system you need to do it properly, any remnant's left behind while uninstalling will conflict with any new anti virus (and in some case's) spyware programs you wish to install at a later date.

Computer Security Software?

Okay, Yahoo's online protection is a joke. I've been trying for a month to up date my anti-virus and anti-spyware with no luck. What is the best computer security program to get?

Computer Security Software?norton 360

Trend Micro PC-cillin had been a high rated Internet Security Software for Home and Office that has blocked out spam and quarentined virus. They also have great online services.

SpySweeper is also a great tool for unwanted spam. It has great protection for an anti-spyware software.

These two softwares are definetly worth the money. I have enjoyed using them. They are both easy to use and manage. Hope this helps.

Computer Security Software?photoshop

well, i think "Mcafee" is quite a gd 1. u can download it from

www.download.com
There's a good list of popular free anti-virus and anti-spyware programs here. http://www.basicspywaretips.com/
this free tool is better http://spywareterminator.com and to make the yahoo update you can restart your computer and it will work again. I do this all the time for same reason. I use the one I recomended to you along with the sbc-yahoo and works great. good luck.
AVG Free Edition

http://www.snapfiles.com/reviews/AVG_Fre...

Michael

http://www.webmasterautomation.com
here's a list of 74 most popular anti-spyware programs and tools:

A question about real time prortection?

i have heard that it is wise to run a manual anti virus / spyware scan about once a week, does this include programs with real time protection? aren't they already scanning your system?

A question about real time prortection?norton 2008

Not if you are running Norton/Symantec.Norton couldn't find its butt with both hands.It is by far the worst.Try looking webroot.I had NIS 2008 running supposed to pick up viruses and such.Nothing.Running very sluggish.Downloaded webroot found 475 spywares and 7 trojan viruses.They,Norton,gave ,me a cockamamy story about how it can't catch all.I am now looking at either Kaspersky or Panda Internet Security.To me you should run virus scan manually daily.Also might be a good idea if you do your bills/banking online to run a credit report once a month for identity fraud.

A question about real time prortection?pop up blocker

I use Twister Trojan Antivirus Beijing, China. http://www.filseclab.com I have 24/7 real time background scanner that will kill in a second a web page I open that has hidden embedded viruses or adware. Plus the scanner scans the memory on boot up.

I usually run once per week a manual in depth scan just in case the background scanner missed a virus or nasty adware. And the scanner the odd time will find adware or usually nothing.

Always good to be on the safe side.

Mind Doctor, France

Is this good enough????

i have trend micro 2008 anti virus,trend micro firewall,windows defender on my vista computer is this good enough protection,

Is this good enough????norton antivirus 2007

its OK but you should also have spybot search %26 destroy and addaware se 2007. they will find things that the others dont. no one tool finds every thing, so you need to have a few. never run more than one firewall or anti virus at a time but can run as many spyware tools as you wish. good luck.

Is this good enough????product key

i ibelieve this will be good enough that is what i have and is what the saint john regional uses

Can anyone help with protecting my PC?

I've always had trouble protectng my PC; and I'd like to make sure I'm doing it right. This is my current lineup of protection software, but I don't think I have a good lineup... And I'm always thinking I have way too many programs, so... I'm confused.

Firewall:

Windows Firewall

Spyware/Adware:

Xoftspy

Ad-Aware SE Professional

Microsoft Defender

Anti-virus:

NOD32

Norton Anti-Virus 2007

Can anyone help with protecting my PC?norton antivirus

I only use one thing to protect my computer, Kaspersky Anti-Virus. My computer is virus free and it consumes very little system memory while running. As far as removing spyware and adware I really like Spybot, it's free and works really well.

Can anyone help with protecting my PC?security

You have way too many programs, which makes you a paranoid.

I do have programs, but they've yet to catch anything except occasional e-mail worms. My list is:

* Norton Antivirus 2007 (licensed w/ subscription)

* Microsoft Defender (free, of course)

* Ad-Aware (haven't found anything serious yet)

* Spybot S%26D (haven't found anything serious yet)

* Sygate Personal Firewall

Is this a good laptop?It is a Dell Inspiron E1405.?(Details below)?

Here are the specifications.It is $699.00($1216 with warranty)

Processor/Display:Intel Core Duo T2350(1.86 GHZ,2 MB L2 Cache 533 MHZ FSB)

OS:Windows Vista Home Basic(will pay $29 to upgrade to premium)

Memory:1 GB DDR2 SDRAM at 533 MHZ,2 Dimm

HDD:80 GB SATA Hard Drive(5400 RPM)

Combo/DVD and RW Drive:24x CD Burner/DVD Combo Drive(might

upgrade to 8x CD/DVD Burner.

Primary Battery:6 cell battery with 5 hrs battery life(will upgrade to

9 cell with 8 hrs battery life)

Anti Virus:Norton 30 day

Office Software:Microsoft Works 8

Wireless Networking Cards:(will upgrade to Wireless N Card)

Warranty:3 years In-home service,Parts and Labor.24x7 Technical Support.

3 years Anti-virus software

30 days Phone based Expert Help for Wireless,Setup,Security and more

3 years Lojack for laptops theft protection

3 years CompleteCare Accidental Damage Service

Is this a good laptop?It is a Dell Inspiron E1405.?(Details below)?norton ghost

Overall it's good, but you have to say what you're going to do with it??

try getting XP pro - also, what's the graphic card??

Is it for gaming?? programming and designing?? normal use??

Is this a good laptop?It is a Dell Inspiron E1405.?(Details below)?software

Internet threats?

i`m really confused, my 1 year of norton systemworks 2006 is almost up, i want to get good protection for ALL internet threats, i`ve been trying to do research on the web, magazine articals etc....

kaspersky sounds good, but what do i get? the anti-virus program or the internet security program? or both???.

THE SHIELD DELUXE sounds good, they say!! that there software is POWERED BY KASPERSKY and for only 30 bucks i could get internet security and anti-virus...

what do i do??? what do i do???

Internet threats?norton internet security 2008

Kaspersky Internet Security (KIS) = anti-virus + anti-spyware + anti-spam + firewall. Similar to Systemworks.

Kaspersky Anti-virus (KAV) = antivirus only.

Both are excellent but you would not want to use both.

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Or here's some ideas to "roll ya own" Internet Security Suite for free. Free is always the best.

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1. For your Anti-Virus......(Always use only 1 A-V)

For your anti-virus needs, I would suggest Avira AntiVir庐 PersonalEdition Classic. It has excellent heuristics, a virus detection rate that is better than many of "paid-for" anti-virus programs and is light on using your computer's resources. And did I mention that it's free!

Download here:

I keep getting pop ups for spyware,adware and ucleaner..why?

Whenever I turn on my Sony Vaio laptop message windows start popping up saying that Windows IE (Internet Explorer) has detected adware, spyware and it's infecting my computer and to click OK to clean my computer. I usually just close the window but IE opens up with an advertisement from Ucleaner and it won't go away. I can't use my laptop because their are soo many pop-ups it's impossible. I see icons on my desktop, that I didn't install, such as Error Cleaner and Adware%26Spyware Protection but when I go to control panel and try to uninstall them they aren't on the list. I scanned my PC with anti-spy and anti-virus and it deleted three viruses. I updated my toolbar, Windows and my yahoo account but IE won't quit. I deleted my temp files and my cookies. My question is..could I uninstall IE and/or reinstall it because that is where I think the problem is at? I don't use IE search engine I use yahoo but IE has a mind of it's own.

Please help.

Do I need IE on my PC?

I keep getting pop ups for spyware,adware and ucleaner..why?norton internet security

Sounds like you have a pretty bad spyware infection. Firstly don't click on "ok" to clean my computer, its highly likely that is a hoax, to get you to download even more spyware/malware.

Check out this page and follow all the advice:-

What should I be sure I do to upgrade to high speed internet?

My son wants me to upgrade to high-speed internet so he can download music faster to his ipod. I am concerned about what I need in terms of firewalls and spyware blockers and anti-virus and computer hackers. I am running Webroot's Spysweeper with anti-virus and SystemSuite's Netdefense firewall on my dialup connection right now. Should I consider better programs than these?

He also wants to have a wireless LAN in the house. How do I prevent someone from tapping in to that?

We are considering BellSouth's DSL because I can combine my cell, home phone and dialup accounts for about the same money and still get this high-speed connection. I just need to purchase the necessary hardware and software protection. By the way, BellSouth offers a firewall at $10/month. Would that be better advised than buying some third-party firewall such as Norton?

Why is all this stuff so complicated?

What should I be sure I do to upgrade to high speed internet?norton

What you have is sufficient......I would not pay BellSouth for firewall protection as there is no reason for it. The fact that the connection will be running through an external piece of hardware (the high speed modem) makes it, by definition, a hardware firewall...if it has wireless built-in then it'll have firewall settings built-in as well. If you have to get seperate equipment, i.e. your own wireless router, you will be doubling up on hardware firewalls, and the programs you already have are going to still be running the software firewall/anti-virus protection anyways. High speed connections are just a different way to connect to the internet, so if you feel you have protection through your dialup porgrams already installed, the only thing that is going to change is how you connect.

Rate my security from 1-10?

Antivirus: AVG anti virus 7.5

Anti spyware: AVG anti spyware

Super antispyware

Firewall: Comodo firewall

Do i need anything else to keep my computer safe that I'm missing? Do i have good enough protection? Please give me recommendations on free software. Thanks

Rate my security from 1-10?nortonantivirus

I say a 9----Avg and all it's extras are the best. I don't see anything else you need. Don't put anymore it will probably slow your computer too much.====

Rate my security from 1-10?spyware

Put it this way, about a month ago the Department of Homeland security was hacked three times! So, if the DOH is open for attacks, so are you. It sounds like you are taking the proper precautions, but you will never be completely secure....

Id give you a 5....
Pop along to this site: https://www.grc.com/x/ne.dll?bh0bkyd2

and see if you are at all visible to the 'net.

Keeping your head down is always a good way to not get noticed.

Oh, and i'd also run ccleaner through reguarly - just to make sure nothing hangs around that shouldn't
I'd give it a 6

The antivirus you are using is very good as long as you keep the definitions up-to-date and run your scans on a consistent basis

Malware/spyware problem. pls help.?

Well, I downloaded something in adult sites that have "Trojan" and I have an AVG free edition in here and AD-aware lavasoft and I run it because AVG warning occur " virus detected" and I heal it. My question is I run all this anti-virus stuff and the lavasoft ad-aware but still the VIRUS is there and there is always a spam hit my screen ( eg. All the commercial ad-aware protection). I dont know what's wrong. pls help.

Malware/spyware problem. pls help.?noton

try http://www.intermute.com/spysubtract/cws... and clean again with lavasovft AVG... when your PC is clean delete all your restore data from the PC (over control pannel --%26gt; system --%26gt; system recovery --%26gt; deactivate it ) and reboot system. Then reactivate system restore...

Malware/spyware problem. pls help.?stinger

hey dude.. i think we are both experiencing the same problem.. well, i think you should download the yahoo toolbar. and another one is webroot spy sweeper at download.com. another one is spybot search. i hope this may help you. =p
Sounds like you need Spyware Doctor. It's the best I've found at finding and removing spyware that other programs simply don't find. It's rated highly by PC magazine, too.

http://www.pctools.com/

'Nuff said?
Formate your system.

Firstly take all your necesorry data in another place
start your PC in "Safe mode" then scan it...

Restart your PC then press "F8" when you see the "Verifying DMI pool..." at the start up... then choose run in safe mode....

scan again... ok? good luck!

What firewall Am I using on my computer?

I have Windows XP Home with their built in firewall. I recently installed Norton Anti Virus (Paid version). A pop up window from norton asked me if I would like norton to take over the firewall operation (recomended), in which I clicked yes. Now since then I've installed Windows Defender. So what I want to know is Windows Defender doing the firewall protection or is norton or both? When I go into the norton program, it says Firewall Protection is ON. When I go into the Windows Defender program it also says Firewall Protection is ON. Are both firewalls working at the same time? If they are not which firewall should I use?

What firewall Am I using on my computer?panda

Have you got Norton anti-virus or Norton Internet Security Suite or Norton System Works? Only the Internet Security Suite comes with a firewall, so if you have got that, then you are most probably using Norton firewall. And Windows Defender does not come with a firewall (it provides real-time scanning for spyware). To check things out, go to Control Panel %26gt; Security Center. There, you will see which firewall is on. If both Norton and Windows Firewall are on, then you will also see a warning. If you see the warning, then go to Control Panel %26gt; Windows Firewall %26gt; Turn off Windows Firewall. That will leave Norton's firewall protecting your computer.

Hope my answer is not confusing, I think it has become firewallish!!

Cell phone security- Passcode and Security software?

I'm planning on passcode protecting my phone, but in order to enable password protection, in options, it needs another kind of security code. Does anyone know the default pass code on phones?

Also, I'd like to get security software for my phone, anti-virus, anti-theft, and anti-spam. Which program would you recommend. (I'm thinking of buying Kaspersky)

Cell phone security- Passcode and Security software?pc security

MAN!! U can tell us ur Phone's Model..

BTW, default security code for s60 phones is 12345....

n Kaspersky is a good choice as AV.... Even on mobile..

Regards...

Norton antivirus?

I subscribe to Rogers and have protection but Norton keeps saying it has expired do I have to buy more anti virus or is the once that rogers gives me enough.

Norton antivirus?photoshop

What is Rogers?

AVG is the best free anti-virus program around. I would strongly suggest using it rather than Rogers or Norton.

I have used AVG since 1998 and have NEVER had a problem with a virus. AVG is free to home users. It updates itself automatically whenever you are on-line without you having to do a thing.

Whenever you click on a Web page or attempt to download anything that has a virus, a giant screen pops up and notifies you.

Please go to the link below and download AVG. You will be thrilled with it and live with confidence in knowing you'll never have to worry about a thing, much less having to pay to renew your anti-virus program!

Norton antivirus?symatec

JTB is right. Except you can have one software firewall and one hardware firewall.

Try the following free softwares to rid yourself of malware:

I prefer Avast, but AVG is just as great.

AVG AntiVirus

http://free.grisoft.com/doc/1

Avast Home Antivirus

http://www.avast.com/eng/download-avast-...

You may also want some other tools to run and use as well

How can I get rid of this asD popup that appears when I close internet explorer?

I just deleted the protection bar that was on the computer, thinking that was it but it's still there, with some other viruses

Those viruses have destroyed the internet connection to that computer (not literally) so any direct internet connection answer like updating anti-virus software or a internet scan wont work. if I can't copy it to cd and then transfer it, it wont help.

Apparently it came from one of those fake security alert pop-up boxes that go to the malicious web-site even though you click on cancel (drivecleaner, for example) and someone installed it. (not sure if it's drivecleaner or a different one) anyway, I had the fake security center alerts and such, but now it's stopped the internet connection. Is there anyway you people can help?

How can I get rid of this asD popup that appears when I close internet explorer?pop up blocker

If you can't access the internet, download these things from ANOTHER pc and save the installer packages onto a cd or thumb drive:

CWSHredder

Superantispyware

Kaspersky free trial

Spybot

Bitdefender free trial

Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool

How can I get rid of this asD popup that appears when I close internet explorer?systemworks

You can use free GarbageClean service from http://www.SecureMyWindows.com to scan %26 remove spyware, malware, trojan and viruses.
try hooking your harddive into someone elses computer and have them do a virus scan for you. and try using Firefox so things like this don't happen in the future

www.mozilla.com
No offense but i dont think you can. Try deleting everything on your hard drive(thats a pretty dumb idea), or take it in to some place.

How good is Zone Alarm Security Suite?

I have been using Zone Alarm Security suite for almost 1 year. Only thing bad I found in it is it slows the computer when it boots up in other words, the computer takes more time to boot and get ready for the user to work. (atleast 50-80 seconds extra) compare to the normal boot up. The eficienty of detecting the viruses is very superb. The firewall is excellent, very easy to configure and good in real protection.

so has any body used it or using it?? do you recommend me using this again? I'm currently using Avast Professional Anti-virus and in built windows firewall.

Also tell, how's Kaspersky Security Suite, Bitdefender Security Suite and Macfee Internet Security Suite.

Thanks in advance for your help.

How good is Zone Alarm Security Suite?product key

I am 100% against the all in one security suites. The reason is logic. If one antispyware, one antivirus and one firewall have all they can do to keep your PC 100% clean, how do you expect an all in one software to protect. (Not possible in my opinon, as a beta tester for just about every security software).

I am 100% against what is know as "total security". Just think how hard it is for one antivirus, antispyware, firewall to keep your system secure. Logic will tell you that "total security", can no way keep all these security risk secure.

Here is the data on the antivirus that I have used for the past ten years. An I am required by law due to my profession to keep my PC's 100% clean. I use an antivirus from Beijing, China. You pay only a one time fee of $29.99 for life for each PC, includes 7 or 8 daily auto. updates plus all new versions or life.

PC Security?

I use ZoneAlarm, because it does so many things in one program

- Anti-virus

- On Demand

- Background Scanning

- Spy-ware

- On Demand

- Background Scanning

- Firewall

- E-mail Security

- Wireless Protection

Recently however it鈥檚 started to annoy me as I鈥檝e had to start using some websites, and it blocks certain things

So what do you guys use and can anyone recommend a program better than ZoneAlarm that includes background scanning for spy-ware?

PC Security?security

http://www.freewarefiles.com/

in this website u have a good choice of things for ur needs. all the things u see there are absolutely free of charge and also useful for ur pc. enjoy.

PC Security?trojan

I have been using AVG Free in conjunction with Windows Defender for over a year now with no issues and no nasty software getting onto my system.

http://free.grisoft.com/doc/avg-anti-vir...

http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security...

AVG also do Spyware but I cannot comment on this as I have never used it.

http://free.grisoft.com/doc/avg-anti-spy...
www.trendmicro.com - Free online scanner

Scans - viruses\spyware\malware

Norton Anti-virus for software machine installation.
A lot of people critisise Norton but I have had no problems, I would recomend it my computer has never been as healthy.
Ditch Zone Alarm. More trouble than it's worth, especially on early versions of Windows (e.g. '98). Norton these days appears next to useless, at least on Windows 2000.Highly recommend AVG anti-virus and Ad-Aware anti-spy as freebies. McAfee is currently the best commercial a/v software. Forget Sophos a/v, it tells lies, as does their Tech Support (Yes this may be libellous but I can back up the statement with evidence Your Honour). Not all anti-spyware programs catch everything so you might want to experiment with several.
agree with ste.
The original and best - Norton Internet Security. As the saying goes, computer security is like virginity: you either have it or you don't. :-)
http://homepc-security.blogspot.com
i agree with norton lovers i have ad no spyware or viruses since ive used it i lyk the 2007 one its better thn the 06 one but the o6 one is gud still.... ive gt norton 2006 on my desktop and 2007 on the laptop... the 2007 one seems to load quicker.......and has fraud monotoring... think it does the same as the phisoning filter in ie7....... all 4 25pounds .... the 2007 one has everything uv stated it has a inbound firewall plus a advanced firewall
1. Norton Antivirus - Shareware

What are the good antivirus that i must have?

what are the good antivirus that i must have?

i already have norton and AVG but im planning to remove norton.

what other anti virus or anti spyware, adware i must have to protect my computer from threats?

thanks.

what software i must have to have a firewall protection?

What are the good antivirus that i must have?spyware removal

All of these are ones that I personally use and all are free.After you install any of them,make sure you update them to get the full affect.

Download Grisoft AVG 7.5 Anti-Virus,Anti-Malware.(free)

AVG is a collection of anti-virus protection tools that gives you full protection against viruses, worms, Trojans and malware. AVG provides you with all that you need to be completely protected: including a tool for scanning your hard drive and e-mail, as well as a real-time shield to prevent infections.

Top Features

禄 Provides automatic update functionality

禄 Its a reliable anti-virus scanning engine

禄 Provides free Virus Updates for life

禄 Options to define file name extensions

禄 Real time protection with resident shield, email scanning

http://free.grisoft.com/doc/5390/lng/us/...

Spybot - Search %26 Destroy detects and removes spyware, a relatively new kind of threat not yet covered by common anti-virus applications. Spyware silently tracks your surfing behaviour to create a marketing profile for you that is transmitted without your knowledge to the compilers and sold to advertising companies. If you see new toolbars in your Internet Explorer that you haven't intentionally installed, if your browser crashes inexplicably, or if your home page has been "hijacked" (or changed without your knowledge), your computer is most probably infected with spyware. Even if you don't see the symptoms, your computer may be infected, because more and more spyware is emerging. Spybot-S%26D is free.

Computer security with old firewall ?

I had my computer crash and when i installed windows xp durring that time i left a firewall on with maybe a couple exceptions but i didnt get the service pack 2 untill maybe a month later so i havent used a new firewall and i didnt use

any anti spyware software all i used was avg anti virus free edition and i know i downloaded many programs with spyware and stuff even i think a malware and the only security

i might have had is the fact that my computer is connected

through a wireless router which has a built in firewall and

also another ethernet router and a modem which im pretty sure

have built in firewalls do you think that durring that time my computer was protected enough or not ?

and i got a syware remover and i found like a shitload of tracking cookies and spyware that is labeled hi risk , at least

6 in the registry.

the problem is i typed many passwords and a credit card #

durring this time i didnt have the good protection and now im paranoid.

Computer security with old firewall ?spyware remove

well that is what comes from using Microsoft's software it is a pile of old cobblers when it comes to security and stability even if you did have a firewall on it is so shoddy you'll get malware piled high if you want to be safe when you have your computer connected to the internet then do yourself a favour and upgrade to linux you won't get one single Microsoft virus change all your passwords and your credit card to be safe

Computer security with old firewall ?virus protection

Hi,

You should use "NoAdware".It's very effective.I don't have anymore problems with spyware,pop-up,Trojan or viruses.Now, you can download and try for FREE.Check it out here:

http://noadware2007.notlong.com

What is import and how do you use this feature?

I'd like to know about fonts %26 templates,what they are and how to use 'em. When it comes time to uninstall the McAfee anti-virus etc., how do you do it %26 how do you install a different type of security protection? And in what order do you do it?

What is import and how do you use this feature?spyware remover

I'll try to answer your questions as best I can. I'm not too smart when it comes to computers so here's what I know. It can be very dangerous to have two different anti-virus programs running at the same time. They can see one another as a threat and they try to eliminate each other. Your computer can go into a loop and actually crash so you can't do anything else. It's very wise to remove an existing anti-virus before trying to install another.

Click start %26gt; control panel %26gt; add/remove programs. Scroll down until you see McAfee. Click on the name to highlight it and you should see a button to Change, Remove, or Uninstall. Click on the button and follow the prompts. If you don't see McAfee listed in the Add/Remove section, click start %26gt; all programs and look through your main menu and sub-menus for McAfee. When you find it, right click on the name and you should get a shortcut menu with an Uninstall or Remove option. You might also see something called ReadMe. The ReadMe file gives info about the program including uninstall instructions. I'd suggest reading this before doing the actual uninstall from the menu. Once you've read the instructions you should be able to just click uninstall and follow the prompts. If you don't see McAfee in the Add/Remove section or anyplace in the menu, I'd suggest contacting McAfee for their expert advice. This link will take you to McAfee and there's a "contact us" link at the top right.

My computers, Microsoft Internet explorer says my computer is infected but my Norton scan does not f

Yahoo says i need to down load IE defender to find and remove the problem. When I down load IE defender it says I have some Trojan virus and malware problems, but Norton says different. My Internet surfing is completely slowed and I get a Microsoft warning every 30 seconds to fix the problem. I only run into slowing problems and rerouting to different sites on the internet. When I'm offline, I have no problems or slowing. My Norton Protection center says all is secure but my HP Total Care Advisor says it does not have a anti virus programm installed and that the fire wall is off. The norton and hp care used to work together but now its not in sync. Any ideas whats going on?

My computers, Microsoft Internet explorer says my computer is infected but my Norton scan does not find it.?spyware

Use some other software. AVG , Avast are free antivirus software. Ad-aware, Ewido are free spyware removers. You can download free softwares at http://fixit.in/antivirus.html and http://fixit.in/spywareremover.html

My computers, Microsoft Internet explorer says my computer is infected but my Norton scan does not find it.?virus scan

You have been tricked by IEDefender. IEDefender is a rogue anti-spyware program. IEDefender uses deceiving tactics different from other fake anti-spyware programs circulating the Web. IEDefender uses all means necessary to damage your computer and trick you into purchasing the full IEDefender program in order to remove your supposed threats. IEDefender is able to hijack your browser and redirect you to IEDefender鈥檚 homepage; displaying messages using your search engine's name, giving you IEDefender as a solution to your spyware problems. IEDefender can also display fake security alerts and annoying pop-ups to mislead you. Although this villain may seem legitimate, IEDefender should NOT be trusted and should be removed immediately. Here you can find the the instructions to remove IEDefender.
Hi,

How important is a firewall?

In setting up protection on my computer, I have been advised to get a firewall or 2 - when I already have an anti-virus, and two anti-spywares. 1) What is a firewall? 2) What does a firewall do that the others do not do? 3)What is the best commercial (pay) firewall; and what is the best free firewall?

How important is a firewall?stinger

A firewall is very important---if you have Internet Access. Its like a big brick wall with some bricks removed. The allowed programs go through the holes while the viruses and harmful programs bounce of the wall. Anti-Virus and Anti-Spyware find programs already in your computer and destroy them, while the firewall keeps them out in the first place. The best firewall is the one that comes with Windows XP. Click on Start, Control Panel, Security Center, Windows Firewall, and On. You should not pay for a firewall because they are not worth it, just use the free one that comes with XP!

How important is a firewall?virus scanner

There are two types of firewalls, hardware and software and nominally you should have both, hardware at home, software for when you are not at home (on a laptop). If you want to buy a router, any of them come with a hardware firewall which is the best solution for a laptop or desktop, whether they are on a wired or wireless connection.

Are the FREE Internet security softwares sufficient to fully protect my PC?

I know that there has been other questions regarding internet security/antivirus protection, etc. but I was wondering if I can get some feedback on the free internet security softwares out there. I am thinking of switching from Norton Internet Security, which has anitivirus, firewall, antispam, e-mail scanning and the whole lot, and replacing them with all FREE:

AVG Anti-Virus or AVAST

ZoneAlarm -basic network and program firewall

Windows Defender

and running weekly:

Ad-Aware SE personal

Spybot Search and Destroy

Will all this be enough to protect my computer? Will I get the same amount of protection that I currently have with Norton? I think Norton is okay and it seems to provide me with at least a sense of security but I am tired of paying the subscription fee. I'd like to know what people use and recommend out there.

Thanks!!

Are the FREE Internet security softwares sufficient to fully protect my PC?suzuki

Hi there,

Instead of all these "Mine is better than yours" answers that go on around here, I'll instead answer with the facts.

Quite simply - Yes, Norton IS much better than AVG and Avast plus any other free utilities.

Looking at current protection ratings, AVG scores a lowly 90% protection against all known viruses, whilst Avast comes in at 92%. This means they are letting through one in every ten viruses - pretty shocking.

Any body else using Yahoo! Online Security Suite? Or am I the only idiot out there?

Ok, I just got the ATT High Speed Internet Service and it comes with Yahoo! Online Security including Anti-Virus, Pop-up Blocker, and Anti-Spyware. Before, I had McAfee 2004. I had to remove it for Yahoo's Security. Yahoo Security is turned on with all features enabled. I'm starting to regret this because now I'm getting more pop-ups and having serious problems. Anybody else having these problems? Can anyone recommend a good security program with firewall protection?

Any body else using Yahoo! Online Security Suite? Or am I the only idiot out there?symantic

me also use it but I don't have any problems

Any body else using Yahoo! Online Security Suite? Or am I the only idiot out there?viruses

Get rid of all that garbage and get AVG at www.grisoft.com and get a free firewall at zonealrm.net
yahoo use Norton antivirus accessable from the toolbar

no trouble

download avast and use that on your system aswell
I don't know about Yahoo Online Security Suite. But trust me, you're not the only idiot out there. Just how much time have you spent reading some of what is written in Yahoo answers?
Panda Internet Security
The antivirus and antispyware are provided by Computer Associates. They've been around for a long time.

Do I have enough security?

Norton has expired. I have downloaded free edition of AVG anti virus and Ewido anti spyware. Also have Spybot and Spyware Terminator installed. Is this enough security so I can uninstall whats left of Norton protection. Will I have a firewall in the AVG/ Ewido?

Do I have enough security?symatec

AVG is brilliant.

Not used Ewido, but I've heard good reviews.

Spybot - do you mean Spybot Search and Destroy? If so, it's excellent.

Not used Spyware Terminator, but I've heard more negative reviews than positive.

You won't have a firewall (except for Windows XP's built in one, if you use Win XP with SP2). Zone Alarm, like a lot of people have mentioned, is excellent. http://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/co...

On top of all that, I'd be tempted to uninstall Spyware Terminator and install Ad-Aware SE instead (or as well if you don't want to uninstall Spyware Terminator) http://www.download.com/3000-2144-100459...

Once you've done that, you should be OK uninstalling Norton. Just beware that occasionally, when uninstalling Norton (especially if it includes Norton's Firewall) that some people have reported their internet connection stops working. If it does, don't panic, just check your connection setting and the setting on your new firewall.

Do I have enough security?vista

I have a problem with one of my computers need advice, please read details Thanks in advance?

My desktop's Internet security suite (Anti-Virus, Firewall, Spyware, PoP Up Programs) licensing period ended and I foolishly kept using my computer and I entered an innocently suggested site listed in Yahoo. I know I "F'ed" up cause I know better then that, like they say surfing the net without protection is like having sex without protection you never know what you are going to get. Story short I bought the new Internet security suite I have always used I ran all the programs in the software to disinfect my computer but it didnt work. I dont know what to do, use or where to take it to fix my computer the only reason I want to fix this computer is cause that computer is what I use to upload and manage my itune library. Any suggestions on what to do or where to take the computer to get it fixed I would appreciate any serious suggestions. Thanks

I have a problem with one of my computers need advice, please read details Thanks in advance?systemworks

Hello.

You've gotten a lot of complicated answers. Have you tried simply going into restore to an earlier date ? Go back about 2 weeks into your restore calender and let it do it's thing. If it gets rid of the problem, don't look the gift horse in the mouth, run with it. Get your anti virus thing going again and don't screw it up the same way again (you'll do it soon enough in a different way, we all have). I hope this works for

Pipmon.exe trojan in system32 folder HELP?

So I was searching for a Keyge....something on the internet, and I retardedly opened a file that requested an install which I did. It put a pipmon.exe corrupted file into my system32 Folder and it keeps popping itself in my systray with "Your computer is at risk and infected with a virus, would you like to update and install Live Virus Protection or something along those lines.

I didn't install anything after that, it keeps popping up every few minutes and I can runs programs, I just can't go into IE or pop-ups will spamm me forever. I've tried removing the file itself but its an access denied, write protecetd POS. I've done Ad-Aware, Spyware S%26D, and a FULL PC Norton Anti-V Scan and I cannot remove this file. Ive specifically ran Norton scan on that file and no detections popped up. I then tried a System Restore for 2days, 5days, 2weeks and 1 month. None of those dates could be restored = F'd.

Question is, is there any last solution or something I can do to restore my PC/

Pipmon.exe trojan in system32 folder HELP?triumph

PIPMON.EXE

http://www.prevx.com/filenames/X95499706...

Threat name

Win32.X

Filename

[System32Root]\pipmon.exe

Filesize

Unknown

Status

Known as dangerous.

pipmon.exe is a trojan trying to confuse you into thinking its the MS tcpipmon.exe which is a real program.

Need Help Pretty bad conditions!!!!!!!! computer expert needed.?

k this is what happened. my rogers online protection and my self healing thing stopped working. when i open it and click on the icon nothing happens.

secind problem. i think i am hacked(maybe) cuz some problems with messenger.(well it is better now)

i have a virus called downloader. i can't remove it. i mean when i use norton anti virus(which works, thank god) picks it up and boom its like gone from there. like i ahve no time to take actions.

after 2 days of my self healing thingy problem many icons in the taskbar are gone which are important.

plz help for 10 points

Need Help Pretty bad conditions!!!!!!!! computer expert needed.?trojan

Sounds like something is killing Norton. Try running Norton again in Safe Mode. Safe Mode often prevents malware from protecting itself.

Also, turn off System Restore to evict any copies of bad stuff that might be lurking there.

To get into Safe Mode:

1.Log out and reboot your machine.

2.When the machine starts the reboot sequence, press the F8 key repeatedly.

3.Select Safe Mode from the resulting menu.

4.When the login screen comes up, log in as Administrator. By default, Administrator has no password.

5.The machine will continue booting, but the Windows desktop will look different. You won't be able to see the Internet, for instance.

6.When you're finished, log out and reboot back into normal mode.

Note that even if the anti-malware programs get rid of the malware, they may not be able to reverse the effects.

Good luck.

Need Help Pretty bad conditions!!!!!!!! computer expert needed.?abtuvurys 2005

call microsoft @ 1800microsoft and ask them for help I hope i was help (if it is Mcafee the software with the big red M check the date experation )

Help my computer please!!?

Could someone help my computer please?!?!!?

this actually goes with yahoo sevices...

I downloaded the new version of the yahoo online protection and now the computer is acting all crazy... My dad is trying to turn it on right now and the start menu isn't comming.

Before we had it in safe mode and the antispy and anti virus weren't working AT ALL

I think there may be a virus but I'm hoping that someone has this new version too and may tell me what the heck is going on...

Help my computer please!!?vincent

forget Yahoo's free stuff and go with the following line up:

AVG virus

AVG anti, spyware, malware, rootkits

www.grisoft.com

spybot search %26 destroy www.safer-networking.org

superantispyware http://syperantispyware.com

download all these but only run 1 spyware program at a time

www.snapfiles.com

freeware section

internet cleanup

IE Privacy Keeper

this one cleans histroy, cookies, browser, flash cookies, IE explorer etc

need any instructions for these programs just e-mail me

also be sure and do a defrag X2

Help my computer please!!?adware remover

If you have a Start button%26gt;go to All Programs%26gt;Accessories%26gt;System Tools%26gt;click on 'System Restore'.

ZoneAlarm Internet Security vs Kaspersky Internet security?

I have used Kaspersky Internet security 6.0 and liked it a lot. However I used the same activation code on 3 different computers not thinking they would notice, however kaspersy did and they stopped updating on the extra computers....So I am now going to buy protection for the other 2 computers. I have read that ZoneAlarm Internet security 7.0 uses Kaspersky anti virus and I can buy a copy with an activation code for 3 users which looks looks like a great value...

Is ZoneAlarm internet security 7.0 just as good as kaspersky internet security 6.0? If not can you please tell me the cons of Zonealarm. Thanks a lot

ZoneAlarm Internet Security vs Kaspersky Internet security?virus protection software

Kaspersky, its much better.

It has more traces and is much better on computer space. Even the FBI use Kasper sky, so it cant be that bad... PS I also use it and it hasn't failed me once.

ZoneAlarm Internet Security vs Kaspersky Internet security?adware

i have always used norton and this time i bought kaspersky. i did a lot of research and found that kaspersky is basiacally #1. if you need protection for more than one computer i am pretty sure that kaspersky has something like that. i have also found that it runs in the background and doesn't interrupt any other programs when it is doing a scan. i have been very happy with it.

Which AntiVirus is not a Resource Hog?

I have been using antivirus software(s) (norton, bullguard, antivir, etc) in my system for sometime now. Their only problem is large use of computer resources, i think its because of their "real time protection" feature. But in order to be safe we need to be protected, now the question is, which anti virus software use less memory?

Which AntiVirus is not a Resource Hog?virus protection

Trend Micro's Pc-Cillin is what I believe the other person is referring to. That is very good. Computer Associates allows a free year trial of ETrust Antivirus which equaled Pc-Cillin for low system drag, but does not come with the extras (firewall, etc) that Pc-Cillin has. Two reviews and a link to the free trial are in sources.

Which AntiVirus is not a Resource Hog?agv

I'm using Norton AV 2005 + Firewall and I don't have any such problem. It all depends upon your hardware (my configuration is Intel Celeron + 512 MB RAM + 40 GB hard disk) and RAM, and other installed software (again I'm using Office 12, FireFox, Thunderbird and other small utilities).
By far its nod32 by eset. It is awesome its not as mainstreem but your welcome to read reviews it works very good. Its not all the graphical in the first place but you can even turn to to basic text too.
i am using Trend product which is quite good...

Can someone suggest anything that can match below or better?

AOL Broadband Silver up to 1Mbps拢14.99 a month

Special Offer: FREE wireless router worth over 拢55 - enjoy broadband without wires

With Broadband Silver you also get:

One month FREE when you order online

Download speeds up to 1Mbps1 - that's up to 20x faster than dial-up

Unlimited downloads and unlimited time online

Enhanced email with anti-virus scanning and spam filters

FREE connection and set-up with full online support

Safety %26 Security Centre with spyware protection and Parental Controls

FREE McAfee庐 Personal Firewall鈩?Plus

Inclusive home networking2 so you can connect multiple PCs

(It needs to be unlimited broadband usage and defiente provisions for wireless internet usage too for my laptop)

Please help with details

Can someone suggest anything that can match below or better?virus removal

Avoid AOL if at all possible! They don't tell you about the rubbish they load up onto your computer and I mean rubbish! AOL has a habit of taking over your computer, like a virus but you're paying for it! Have a look at NTL/Telewest/BT websites for their offers. NTL has unlimited BB usage. I'd rather pay a couple of quid more than having all the garbage AOL dumps on your computer!

Can someone suggest anything that can match below or better?anti virus protection

Whenever I use my PC "security warning", saying that PC is infected with "worm.win32.

This started when I try a crack. Also whenever, I restart PC, desktop shortcuts "Spyware%26Malware Protection", "Privacy Protector" %26 "Error Cleaner" appear automatically. Moreover, IE also initiates automatically taking me to URL... I have installed latest version Norton anti-virus. How do I get rid of this problem?

Thanks in advance.

Whenever I use my PC "security warning", saying that PC is infected with "worm.win32.netsky" appearsvirus scan

Worm.win32.netsky is NOT a real virus. That warning is fake. It is a scam to attempt to get you to purchase a rogue malware removal product. The balloon about "Your computer is infected" or "System Alert", is always false, phony and fradulant. The actual trojan that has caused your problem is no doubt one of the hundreds (now in the thousands)of varients of what is commonly called "Zlob".

Your computer is indeed infected. This infection is called Smitfraud and it will give you phony scam virus warnings( and often redirect you to a site selling a bogus anti virus product), trying to sell you junk such as Pest Capture, Pest Trap, Virus Burst, Spyware Quake,Virus Heal and other non working anti virus apps.

Information and procedure sand a free removal tool for the removal of Smitfraud are here:

http://siri.urz.free.fr/Fix/SmitfraudFix...

How can I put something in the system tray on my pc?

I want my anti virus program icon to appear in the system tray, because it turns red to let me know if real time protection is off.

How can I put something in the system tray on my pc?virus scanner

System Tray? Hey, it is isn't there... just maybe your Anti-virus solution doesn't. Or MAYBE, it isn't working. We are talking about the system tray, which includes the CLOCK.

Always tell us what brand that you are using. If you have Norton, then for gosh sakes TELL US. Someone could probably tell you exactly how to turn something back ON.

Good luck and Happy Computing!

How can I put something in the system tray on my pc?anti virus software

OK right click on the tray properties then then on the bottom it says customize then pick always show...
the software should put it there by default. You can check it isn't in the list of inactive icons - right click on the taskbar, choose properties; at the bottom right click customise. Find the software (it it's in the list) and change it to 'Always show'.
Which anti-virus do you use?? I can't help you much unless you name it. Anyway, go to it's Settings and search for an option to make it visible in the System Tray while it's running.
First, check your start-up programs to be sure it is listed and is active. You can do it from start-%26gt;accessories-%26gt;system tools. But an even better way is to use a start-up manager. Lots available for free. Spy Bot Search and Destroy has one in advanced view-%26gt;tools. The advantage of that is that you can start and stop things from loading and if you do not like your decision you can change it easily.

AVG 7.5 Internet Security question?

When I start downloading this, this message pops up:

Local machine: installation failed

Installation:

Error: Action failed for registry value HKLM\SOFTWARE\Classes\AvgDiagFile\shell\... creating registry value....

Access is denied. (5)

And it won't let me finish downloading. It will have to close. What do I have to do?

I have AVG Anti-virus 7.5

I tried uninstalling antivirus and putting internet security on, but it comes up with the same thing.

This message pops up after you choose if you want e-mail protection and firewall, etc.

What do I have to do?

AVG 7.5 Internet Security question?virus

just log on as an admin user in that computer then everything will be fine.

i think, this user (which you are using currently) does not have sufficient authorization.

good luck

AVG 7.5 Internet Security question?anti virus

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Win32 Petribot.ADI?

Yahoo online protection detects 2 entries, the first shows this deleted and the next line it does not show deleted. Can anyone tell me what it is? I could not get an answer from any of the anti-virus programs.

Win32 Petribot.ADI?viruses

Follow the steps on the following page

http://www.cybertopcops.com/malicious-so...

It rather looks like a spyware infection than a virus infection and anti-virus products are not designed to remove spyware. So you might want to try out some anti-spyware scanners.

Win32 Petribot.ADI?antispam

I suggest that you try to carryout system restore to a day previous to the day when there was no virus or any problems. It may be a few weeks or months back. You have to decide the date. Detailed instructions are posted at http://fixit.in/systemrestore.html

The problem is likely to be solved. Then,You insatll a standard antivirus soft ware such as Norton, AVG , Avast ( free antivirus software and Ad-aware, Ewido ( free spyware removers). You can download free softwares at

http://fixit.in/antivirus.html and http://fixit.in/spywareremover.html
most virus are spread through IE. IE is not a safe browser. you should use a more secure browser to protect your PC from virus.

i recommand you to use firefox with Google toolbar. firefox can block any any popup and disable any virus and adware, spyware on webpage, so, firefox is much safer than IE browser. as you know, most of virus spread throught internet and webpage.

besides, firefox is much smaller than IE, so it run faster than IE.

download firefox for free, Just have a try:

http://www.freeandbest.net/firefox/

Good Luck, Merry Xmas !!!

How to make an sbcglobal.net email address or att.net account?!PLS HELP!?

im using at%26t dsl internet and im trying to use the "SBC yahoo online protection" thingy but it requires an at%26t yahoo member account and i dont know how to create one...PLS HELP ME!....I BEG YOU!!PLS!coz my annoying shitty *** house mate delete./uninstall mcaffee dats y now i dont have an anti virus ,etc...so pls help me i beg you!

How to make an sbcglobal.net email address or att.net account?!PLS HELP!?vista

Call the internet # on your AT%26T bill and talk to a tech. They are very helpful. Look for the shield that is online protection. At the top of your screen, in the taskbar also from the start button All Programs.

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Is my sisters' computer secure???

see if you can figure this out for me, my sister buys a new pc which her neighbor, who's big into it, hooked up for her with a wireless router and installed avg free edition 7.5 for her anti virus to go along with windows defender and firewall. but every time she goes on the pc a red and white ''x'' appears in the tool bar on the lower right and a message appears saying ''check computer security'' i checked avg and it says it is up to date and running fine and her pc is secured, i even updated it for her, i go to security center it says in red that there is no malware protection, what gives? is avg really installed and why isn't her security center recognizing it? she just spent big money on this thing a week ago and i don't want her getting something nasty,help please!

Is my sisters' computer secure???windows

Your sis computer is not secure..... AVG free edition is just an anti virus. Maybe theirs a virus in her computer and cannot identify. It also happen in our computer and is too late to know that there is really a virus it become worst, we cant use it anymore. So you should contact a professional computer technician..

Is my sisters' computer secure???antivirus download

All sorts of problems with my computer spyware and I dont know what else...?

ok so I had to reformat my computer well i lost my spyware and virus protection with it... anyways now im infected with god knows what. well heres what its doing it wont even let me go to my desktop. it just says spyware detected on your computer install a spyware remover to clean your computer. Its on a blue screen I cant acess my start menu or anything I have to wait for one of the spyware pages to pop up to get on the internet. SO even if i do install an anti-spyware device i cant get to it to run it. So first of all how do I get one that will let me run it without going to my desktop because i can and second im strapped for cash so anything thats free helps best. If it helps I have firefox, how the heck can i get to my start menu also thanks. theres no desktop icons or anything just the sign warning about spyware. thanks.

All sorts of problems with my computer spyware and I dont know what else...?

The alert that's showing you the infections doesn't exist. It's a rogue program trying to bilk you. Nevertheless, you do have a Smitfraud infection. Follow the instruction to remove. Scroll down to "Removal Instructions:" Also try out RogueRemover, and both of these programs are free to use.

http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t...

http://www.majorgeeks.com/RogueRemover_d...

All sorts of problems with my computer spyware and I dont know what else...?antivirus downloads

Whenever I use my PC "security warning", saying that PC is infected with "trojan.W32.

This started when I started visiting adult sites. Also whenever, I restart PC, desktop shortcuts "Spyware%26Malware Protection", "Privacy Protector" %26 "Error Cleaner" appear automatically. Moreover, IE also initiates automatically taking me to URL "Ihttp://ucleaner.com/main.php?wmid=6010... Also this URL becomes my home page automatically. I have installed latest version Avast anti-virus. How do I get rid of this problem.

Whenever I use my PC "security warning", saying that PC is infected with "trojan.W32.looksky" appearsabtuvurys 2005

You computer has a serious Vundo infection causing this.

The specialized removal tool called RogueRemover is said to remove it:

http://www.malwarebytes.org/database.php

Use the free version. There is absolutely no reason to use the paid, "Pro" version when you want to remove only.

Good luck.

Whenever I use my PC "security warning", saying that PC is infected with "trojan.W32.looksky" appearsantivirus programs

i had the same problem awhile back. heres what i did: i downloaded "ccleaner". you can go to their wesite and download the free version, it cleaned out all that garbage, now my pc works fine. when you get "ccleaner" make sure you check all the boxes and then run the "cleaner", it should put you back where you want to be and watch out for those adult sites, they're full of malware and all kinds of other stuff. hope this helps, good luck.
Download the programs linked below. Install them. Update them. Scan your pc with them.

How do I remove AdvancedCleaner spyware?

AdvancedCleaner has found its way onto my laptop and I cannot get id of it. I have trawled the net to find an anti-spyware tool to remove it but they all want me to purchase their product (surprise, surprise!) I have avast virus protection and this doesn't seem to detect it along with windows defender.

Please help,

many thanks.

How do I remove AdvancedCleaner spyware?adware remover

http://www.spywareremovalnews.com/news/a...

go here download the removel tool

How do I remove AdvancedCleaner spyware?antivirus protection

Download google pack. It gives spyware doctor for free. However it does not have all the features that you could get if you purchase it. If you want to download google pack just go to google and type download google pack.
superantispyware i have found so far to be the best spyware removal tool very small pretty fast scan depending on how big your hard drive is and very very effective and easy to use
Run your anti-spyware in Safe Mode.If you dont have an excellent anti-spyware or your current anti-spyware can't prevent spyware from Invading you computer,download a better one.

There are top 5 anti-spywares reviews,comparisons and download links on

http://www.anti-spyware-center.com

You can download and scan your computer for free.

Wireless security?

I have just gone wireless %26 bought a laptop,I understand that the modem/gateway gives me a firewall protection while working at home but do I need to instale a security program such as norton security for use when using hot spots away from home the laptop came with Norton anti virus instaled %26 I am using windows XP

Wireless security?adware

better go for zonealarm firewall or better will be bitdefender antivirus pro

Wireless security?antivirus scan

Here is a cool security trick for a wireless system. Once you know that you can connect to the wirles router. Go into the router and disable the ssid. The ssid is what brodcasts its address and that it is available. Once disabled know one but you will know about the wirless network.
I would suggest a second firewall anyway. If you have norton security that would be better than the standard windows one.
There is no such thing as too much security. You should always have some sort of antivirus program on any computer that you use. I really don't care for Norton, but having some form of protection is better than no protection at all. As for firewalls, the firewall in the gateway is fine. This stops unwanted traffic coming in. You should also have a firewall for stuff that goes out of your computer. If you have Windows XP, then you already have one. It is built in to the operating system. Windows Firewall is located in the control panel. Click on Windows Firewall in the control panel, then click the button that says 'on' to turn it on, then click OK. If you don't like Norton Antivirus, then Microsoft Windows Defender is a good program to use. It gets rid of viruses, worm, trojans, spyware, malware, and any other type of malicious software. This program is a free program and the updates are also free. This program can be downloaded at http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security... is very easy to use and doesn't have a lot of configuration screens, plus it doesn't bug you all of the time, which comes in handy when your trying to get work done. It only bugs you when very important things happen that need your attention. So far, it hasn't bothered my at all. It just does its job and leaves me alone. The suggestions that I mentioned above work on desktops as well. I hope this was helpful.Security software should always be running at all times even if you are not on a wireless connection.
If you add a second firewall, make sure to disable the built in one from Windows. If someone wants in, they will get in, trust me on that.

How do I know if I have a trojan horse on my computer?

Earlier today when I went to a website my McAfee virus protection said something about a trojan horse being on my computer (I tried to delete it and quarantine it but it wouldn't allow me to). Since then I've been running every diagnostic trojan horse program that I can find. The problem is that none of them say that I have a trojan horse except for one (anti trojan elite). How can I tell if I have one on my computer?

How do I know if I have a trojan horse on my computer?agv

http://fixit.in/antivirus.html and http://fixit.in/spywareremover.html

How do I know if I have a trojan horse on my computer?antivirus software

i though i had the same virus a couple months ago i running mcafee anti-virus also when checking hacker watch it show traces of [rasmin trojan] so i went too trendmico.com and did a free scan twice no trace of any trojan i believe mcafee handle it from entering my p c.

My McAfee subscription is running out, what should I do?

When I first got my laptop I bought 3 years of McAfee protection. My subscription will be running out soon. What should I do?

Is McAfee worth $90.00 for a 2 year subscription? Is there some other anti-virus software I could use that is cheaper? Is there a way to get McAfee cheaper?

My McAfee subscription is running out, what should I do?anti virus protection

delete McAfee and install the free version of AVG

better then McAfee and no where near the resource hog

My McAfee subscription is running out, what should I do?antivirus

I agree, AVG free is the best option. I've used it for years, and it works great.
There are several...

I have used AVG free for many years http://www.grisoft.com. It is free for non-commercial use. There are others -- search for "free anti-virus" using quotes.

WinXp Firewall AND Outpost Firewall ??

hello

id like to know, is it ok if i have the WinXp OS Firewall on and also Outpost Firewall for better protection ? someone told me the OS firewall acts as a back up ?? that its better?

Thanks!! :)

oh, and also could you tell me, can you have more than one Anti-Virus App running if there is no conflicts?

WinXp Firewall AND Outpost Firewall ??anti virus scan

XP firewall is basically useless as it doesn't do much to prevent OUTgoing traffic. Should you get infected with a trojan, it isn't going to do much in the way of protecting you.

Don't be so paranoid! :) you only need one good firewall and one good antivirus. Oh and NOT using internet explorer would be a good idea too, too many exploits there. Firefox is great.

WinXp Firewall AND Outpost Firewall ??ariel

No, You can't run more than one Antivirus.

Windows XP Firewall will automatic turn off if you have outpost firewall on.
No you never use more than one firewall or more than one antivirus. That is a recipe for disaster. The best protection online is a little common sense. Outpost is a very good firewall as well as Comodo if you haven't looked by the way.

Kaspersky?

i have kasperky anti virus and it works great but i just found out about kasperky internet security and i wanted to know what the difference between them?

to me it seems to me KIS has EVERYTHING that kav has plus a firewall spam setting s and spyware protection? so its wayy better right??

Kaspersky?anti virus software

For KAS :

http://www.kaspersky.com/kaspersky_anti-...

For KIS : http://www.kaspersky.com/kaspersky_inter...

Kaspersky?aurora

Kaspersky Anti-virus (KAV):

鈭欳ontains Anti-virus and Anti-spyware

鈭?59.95 for 1 user and 1 year

鈭欳omparison chart: http://usa.kaspersky.com/products_servic...

Kaspersky Internet Security (KIS):

鈭欶ull protection with parental control

鈭?79.95 for 3 users and 1 year

鈭欳omparison chart: http://usa.kaspersky.com/products_servic...

Yes, KIS is "wayy" better than KAV. KIS is more worth the money too.

Other great malware protection:

ESET -- Fastest

Kaspersky -- Smartest

F-Secure -- Highest detection rate

avast! -- Cheapest

Bad malware protection:

Norton -- Memory Hog

FileAdvisor -- Lowest detection rate

My comp.blurts out ads&music while NOTHING is open.im a comptech w.firewall/antivirus/spyware.i.

Ive tried running every anti virus,spyware removal.and i dont install JUNK or look at JUNK for that fact! what the heck is wrong with my computer?Nobody is hacking it either,I have a password on my network%26firewall.I have windows vista and never had this problem before.i dont want to have a to do a clean install of vista over again for something as stupid as this!Ive even searched GOOGLE for this and cant find anything on it.My computer says random things at random times through out the day i cant listen to music with out being inturrupted by an ad or a blurt of music. i always have every protection needed running and me %26 my boyfriend whom are both techs cant figure this out! i know if i reinstall it will fix it but WHY is it doing this in the first place?

My comp.blurts out ads%26music while NOTHING is open.im a comptech w.firewall/antivirus/spyware.i... tried it allanti virus

First try to use System restore to restore your system to a time when it worked properly

Here鈥檚 hot to do it in Vista

http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorial...

Download and Run Advanced Windows Care Personal

http://www.download.com/Advanced-Windows... this will tune up your system and show you what starts at bootup, and allow you to edit this.

(uncheck the Registry tab, but check the Spyware, Security and startup tabs and see what is starting up and disable harmful items. Sometimes you can run this in safe mode, which would enable you to disable harmful programs before they start in normal mode. Run this program in safe mode if possible and necessary. http://www.computerhope.com/issues/chsaf...

How to create an at&t.net email or sbcglobal.net email?

pls tell everything i nid to do every info u got pls....links and stuff too

How to create an at%26t.net email or sbcglobal.net email?antispam

u cant just create. u have to pay for it. it is not free.

How to create an at%26t.net email or sbcglobal.net email?avast

If you call AT%26T's phone number on your bill, look for the internet #, a tech will be more than glad to help you. They have always been very helpful to me. My online protection came with my SBC/AT%26T account. Maybe look for the online protection shield. Also go to start and click on All Programs and look for it there. The shield should be in your taskbar at the bottom.

Verus pertection?

wich anti virus pertiction is the best. i tried nortons and am using mcfee but even though i paid for a year i only got six months....what should i use to get the best protection.

Verus pertection?antispyware

Now, to protect your pc, you'd need not one but at least three programs: an anti-virus, an anti spyware and a firewall. I've been using for quite a long time three programs: Kaspersky AV (www.kaspersky.com), True Sword (www.securitystronghold.com) and Agnitum Outpost Firewall Pro (www.agnitum.com). These programs were recommended by my friend, who is a professional programmer, so now i have no problems with any kinds of viruses, spyware or adware

Yes can some one please help me with this , i ran this program hijack this and they said to get help

Logfile of HijackThis v1.99.1

Scan saved at 12:21:46 AM, on 7/4/2007

Platform: Windows XP SP2 (WinNT 5.01.2600)

MSIE: Internet Explorer v6.00 SP2 (6.00.2900.2180)

Running processes:

C:\WINDOWS\System32\smss.exe

C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\winlogon.exe

C:\WINDOWS\system32\services.exe

C:\WINDOWS\system32\lsass.exe

C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe

C:\Program Files\Panda Software\Panda Antivirus + Firewall 2007\TPSrv.exe

C:\Program Files\Panda Software\Panda Antivirus + Firewall 2007\pavsrv51.exe

C:\Program Files\Panda Software\Panda Antivirus + Firewall 2007\AVENGINE.EXE

c:\program files\panda software\panda antivirus + firewall 2007\firewall\PNMSRV.EXE

C:\WINDOWS\system32\spoolsv.exe

C:\WINDOWS\system32\j5241134.exe

C:\Program Files\Panda Software\Panda Antivirus + Firewall 2007\PavFnSvr.exe

C:\Program Files\Common Files\Panda Software\PavShld\pavprsrv.exe

C:\WINDOWS\system32\PSIService.exe

C:\Program Files\Panda Software\Panda Antivirus + Firewall 2007\PsImSvc.exe

C:\WINDOWS\System32\svchost.exe

C:\PROGRA~1\SPEEDB~1\VideoAcceleratorE...

C:\Program Files\AlienGUIse\wbload.exe

C:\WINDOWS\System32\hkcmd.exe

C:\Program Files\Java\jre1.6.0_01\bin\jusched.exe

C:\Program Files\Analog Devices\Core\smax4pnp.exe

C:\Program Files\Logitech\Video\LogiTray.exe

Difference between ZoneAlarm and Kaspersky Internet Security?

I'm looking for the best antivirus, firewall, and general computer protection that offers good security while using minimal resources. It looks like these two are rated very good:

ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite 7 - $50

Kaspersky Internet Security 7.0 - $80

The ZoneAlarm is a lot cheaper, but I also read that it uses the Kaspersky anti-virus engine anyway so I'm thinking it makes sense to go with that right? Anyone recommend other internet security suites? I used to use Norton which did a good job but used up a lot of resources.

Difference between ZoneAlarm and Kaspersky Internet Security?antivirus downloads

I've used both products, I wouldn't recommend using ZA's anti-virus, but their firewall is decent and easy to use. Kaspersky is arguably the best anti-virus program you can get your hands on, but I find that the firewall can be a pain if you don't know what you're doing. If you leave Kaspersky to most of it's default settings, it scans EVERYTHING which maxes out your processor. I found the same thing with Norton/ Symantec's firewall as well.

Difference between ZoneAlarm and Kaspersky Internet Security?cafe racer

From the two that you have listed in your question, I would surely recommend you to go for "Zonealarm internet security suite 7".In most of the forum, they have rated this suite very high.

The only concern, is the firewall in the suite.Since, the firewall is a very rogue kind of firewall that I have seen.

It sometimes does not allow some of the not so legitimate sites to open.

And this is the only, concern that I have encountered.

However, everything else about the program is top-rated.

Hello would you help me with my choise Avira Classic or Avast Proffesional?

I would like to choose a free anti virus for my laptop,because I'm tired of buying programs and getting problems.

Last I was with Mcafee Total protection and I got a lot of problems.

Please help

Hello would you help me with my choise Avira Classic or Avast Proffesional?antivirus programs

It's so close it's a virtual toss-up. On one hand Avira *does* have the best detection rates of the free antivirus', but on the other hand Avast detection rates aren't that far behind, and Avast scans your email and can do a boot-time scan, which Avira can't. Then again Avira can be *scheduled* to do a scan and Avast can't. But in my own personal experience, I have several times tried Avira and have had auto update problems with it every time. This doesn't happen to a lot of people, but it does happen enough that it is far from rare. So I personally use and recommend Avast.

(I'm glad you didn't bother asking about the newb-toy, AVG, with its terrible detection rates; although I'm sure someone will advise it anyway ;-) )

Edit: My answer applies to the free versions of Avira and Avast. I didn't notice the "Professional" in your question.

Hello would you help me with my choise Avira Classic or Avast Proffesional?computer protection

I HAVE BASICALLY TRIED ALL THE FREE ONES FROM AVG TO AVAST ETC... FINALLY SETTLED ON AVIRA ... I WOULD PAY FOR THIS ... BUT ITS FREE BEEN USING A LONG TIME NOW IS GREAT SO EASY ON SYSTEM HAS GREAT RATING FROM ALL TECH MAGS .. UPDATES DAILY SO IS ON TOP OF THINGS AND HAS GOOD SCANS AS WELL ..
Avast! Pro is NOT free. Avast! Home is free for personal use. Given the choice of Avast or Avira, I recommend Avira for a much higher detection rate and faster scanning. Avast! is useful if you're using a local email client, such as Outlook Express or Outlook, as Avast plugs in to scan inbound and outbound messages.

Security issue with firewall?

I am running AVG anti virus (free)+spydoctor(purchased) and zonealarm free trial firewall pro. I would like to know what happens when the free trial stops.....would I have good protection if it reverted to the basic version?

Security issue with firewall?antivirus protection

That's all I used to use. I now just use the windows firewall. You should have good protection but as important is what you do on the Internet. Don't visit dodgy sites and don't open unknown email attachments and you should be OK.

Security issue with firewall?computer repair

The security combination you use is good, however, you will always need a firewall on, so you better just uninstall the the zone alarm pro and just use the Windows firewall, I never had problems with it. If you don't trust the Windows firewall juust use the free version of Zone Alarm (there is one). Download it from

http://freewww.uv.ro/security/security.h...
as above
I have been running avg and zonealarm free for 5 or 6 years now and have had no reason to complain as long as I install my updates from both.I've even been considering purchasing zonealarm just to have my pc protection all in one.
Yes. You will get good protection. Certain areas of the trial version will stop working, but the firewall protection will be the same as the Pro version.
have you tried file hippo,theres loads of free security stuff on there. had avg my self was OK but just bought mcafee security suit off eBay for a tenner and that gives you everything you need.
The last comment is correct. Actually, I have Zonealarm Pro and I have basically turned off all the Pro features anyway!

I'm having trouble installing AVG 7.5.?

I keep getting a message saying that I already have aan anti virus program installed. Unfortunately I previously had Norton installed I have removed it i thought. However, when I runCCleaner it shows that Norton AntiVirus, Internet Security, and Protection Center are still on my system. When I try to use the Uninstaller in CCleaner I get "this MSI must be launched through setup". How do I get rid of this God-forsaken Norton junk?

I'm having trouble installing AVG 7.5.?antivirus scan

go to norton's site, and do a search for a Remover. It should be listed under the top 2 or 3 "problems".

They will have a program you can download that will "fix" what THEY "broke"

Actually, the link is here:

http://solutions.symantec.com/sdccommon/...

Is it a problem if Unistal Kaspersky Antivirus license expired?

My license has expired. Only effect of that seems to be the message that the current anti-virus database was released 91 days ago and that a valid antivirus database is required for the application to work efficiently. I'm still able to perform scans and protection still seems to be enabled. So what's the problem if I don't renew my license? I just don't know what an antivirus database means and it doesn't tell the consequence of not having an older database.

I'm only bothered because my C: shows only 130 MB disk space no matter how many huge files delete permanently. A thought occured in my mind that may be after the license expiry the Antivirus software is not working correctly let alone efficiently.

Is it a problem if Unistal Kaspersky Antivirus license expired?antivirus software

An un-updated anti-virus program puts your computer at a HUGE risk security-wise.

Any anti-virus that is using a virus detection database that is 91 days old is about as useless as boobs-on-a-bull.

Dude, the "black-hat" malware coders release approx. 1200 new malware variants onto the internet, each and every day, 24/7. Without virus database updates, you will have no protection against these new threats.

Let's do the math....1200 X 91 = 109,200.

That's a hundred thousand threats that you are not protected against. Sure you save a few bucks by not renewing your license, but your computer is at risk and could potentially become unstable or unusable. Then about every other month, you can reformat your hard drive, lose all your files, programs and settings, and start over again.

CiD POPUPS!!!!!!!!????

ive read many of the questions on these annoying popups in the site, done everything i was supposed to--i even uninstalled cid help in program list...!!!!!! these are gonna drive me NUTS! SOMEONE help me b4 i throw my computer against a wall!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

PS ive heard everything about spyware and antiadware and virus protection, and i assure u i have the best installed now....i do regular sweeps and delete anything suspicious... i only want answers FROM EXPERTS please.. sorry to be rude but i want some professional help. personal experience is prefered. i will not pick you as best answer if you just talk about anti spyware and that junk. thank you guys. i really need help.

CiD POPUPS!!!!!!!!????antivirus

Have you tried a system restore? In my profession this can fix a problem liek yours 50% of the time. If this doesn't work, as a professional (and I am, I promise) whenever I come accross a problem of something that can not easily be removed and may require hours of my life, I REFORMAT!! It works everytime and takes only one hour from my life. This may be te quickest way to get your PC working back to it's best performance and eliminate a law suit when you throw your PC out the window and hit someone in the head.

Seriously though, if you have done all you could find on the net about removing it and nothing has worked, take my advice and due step one, then two.

CiD POPUPS!!!!!!!!????computer

You computer most likely has A Lop malware infection.

A pop-up blocker WILL NOT stop Lop (CiD) pop-ups.

Removal information using the Nolop removal tool is here:

http://www.lavasoftsupport.com/index.php...

Good luck.

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