Protection from malware/spyware/viruses...

I was using Norton Internet Security but someone said the free version of AVG was better so I switched. Works so far so good and it even found a trojan.

I use an old operating system so I don't need a powerful anti virus like AZB, virus writers don't waste their time trying infect a 2000 windows OS.:surprised
I don't have any anti virus program installed in my computer.

JJ

look into kapersky anti virus. with the free stuff like avg-well, you get what you pay for. it is very important to scan your pc as often as possible-even daily

also, consider using an open source os like ubuntu. i use it to surf the net, no one bothers to infect it. downside-it takes HOURS to download and install. But it is free,and safe.

Virus protection

I hace used Free AVG for several years and have never had a problem.

We all have our favorites. I'm a Mac user but run several instances of Windows in a virtualized environment for my work. I've used avast! Free Antivirus for years on my Windows computers and have never suffered from any type of virus/malware.

I've never understood why one should pay when there are free solutions.

Chip said:

I was using Norton Internet Security but someone said the free version of AVG was better so I switched. Works so far so good and it even found a trojan.

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Vmware is great for running windows and programs in a virtual enviroment.Big fan of ubuntu,but for the non-geeky I suggest using firefox vs IE.Malwarebytes will eliminate many headaches,seems like malware is the preffered method of annoyance nowadays.Invest in an external hardrive, encrypt sensitive info,back up periodically and unplug it after every use.Do not gain a false sense of security .The best software will not protect you from someone getting your info,if they want it bad enough they will get it.That includes apple products, most hackers dont own macs and is why they are less prone to attacks(they do own Iphones though).The newer and more popular the software the more likely it will be attacked(Windows,Norton,Adobe, and IE to name a few)I make it a habit to stay away from mainstream(you are the hackers fanbase).The hacker is trying to maximize damage and make a name for themselves.You make your computer easier to hack when you use programs like instant messenger or p2p downloading(Do you leave your front door unlocked too?)well maybe in Canada.Use the always uncommon "common sense".The best thing to do is make it more difficult,so they move on to the next victim.(Probably bachata...just kidding).seriously though windows is windows and even if the hackers taylor their viruses to the latest and greatest OS.A 5 year old can google a hack for windows 2000.At a minimum get yourself a free antivirus program like AVG.

I bought AVG 9.0 Pro for all our machines. Fine product and has more functionality than a free anti-virus. It's well beyond anti-virus.

My computers and data are very important so I don't mind buying "insurance" for them.

"Free" is fine, but one gets what one pays for. I don't give myself haircuts either.

"Free" is fine, but one gets what one pays for. I don't give myself haircuts either.lol.true...You can always let it grow out.Having no protection and just hoping a hacker wont care about older versions of windows is just nieve.

Its like saying :Im older, I dont need protection, herpes has no interest in me.

Anti-virus

I used Norton 360 for two years and have not had one problem. You get what you pay for.

S

I used Norton 360 for two years and have not had one problem. You get what you pay for.not a big fan of Norton but even that is better than nothing. Here's a top ten list and what they cover im sure it will change next month:cheeky:.AntiVirus Software Review 2011 - TopTenREVIEWS