What Security do you use?

espresso

You should only be running one real time anti-virus program, so if you have subscribed to Norton, remove AVG free.

alison74

espresso wrote:

You should only be running one real time anti-virus program, so if you have subscribed to Norton, remove AVG free.

Thanks for that

When my Norton subscription runs out, will AVG do on it's own ?

espresso

alison74 wrote:

Thanks for that

When my Norton subscription runs out, will AVG do on it's own ?

Yes, AVG, Avast and Antivir are the most commonly recommended free anti-virus programs but only have one running at a time to avoid clashes.

Just noticed that you haven't mentioned a firewall. If this is not included as part of your Norton package you should definitely install a free firewall like Zone Alarm, Kerio etc. ASAP.

alison74

I am assuming that my Norton security centre includes a firewall ? Where could I find that out when I open the centre up ?


EDIT, just found out a screen that says 'personal firewall - ON'

espresso

alison74 wrote:

I am assuming that my Norton security centre includes a firewall ? Where could I find that out when I open the centre up ?


EDIT, just found out a screen that says 'personal firewall - ON'

That's fine then. Originally you just said Norton, however there are many Norton products but if you have Norton Security Centre, that's OK.

pavlovs_dog

am looking into anitvirus software for my new pc.

is the free AV software as good and reliable as say norton antivirus? who are the main players? would my pc be adequately protected with freeware, or should i shell out for a big name package?

i am connected via wifi if this makes any difference

Fran

pavlovs_dog wrote:

am looking into anitvirus software for my new pc.

is the free AV software as good and reliable as say norton antivirus? who are the main players? would my pc be adequately protected with freeware, or should i shell out for a big name package?

i am connected via wifi if this makes any difference

I would suggest reading this thread though, also Computer Security which is under FAQ's on this board.

If you then have any more questions, could you start a new thread? Thanks.

Tight_Wad_5

I use KASPERSKY and it is the best I have ever used and I have used most on the market.:T

MATH

HELP! Today I've downloaded:

AVG Antivirus
Ewido
Ashamppo firewall
Cralwer parental controls

all to replace my soon to expire Norton package. However, the computer now freezes solid half way through the boot up and I cannot do anything to even investigate why. What should I do?

espresso

MATH wrote:

HELP! Today I've downloaded:

AVG Antivirus
Ewido
Ashamppo firewall
Cralwer parental controls

all to replace my soon to expire Norton package. However, the computer now freezes solid half way through the boot up and I cannot do anything to even investigate why. What should I do?

Have you installed these before removing your Norton package? Only one firewall/anti-virus package should be installed to avoid clashes. Try booting into safe mode and uninstall from there.

HTH