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    which one is the best 4 me?

    Discussion in 'Security and Anti-Virus Software' started by shobu, Jan 5, 2009.

  1. shobu

    shobu Newbie

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    hy . . .

    I want to buy a security program . . so, any recommendation 4 me?? I have consider 4 security that I think is good 4 me.. ESET NOD32, NORTON, AVIRA AND KASPERSKY . . Which one is the best?? thank's
     
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  2. ComputerMD82

    ComputerMD82 NX-74205

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    I've always trusted NOD32, hasn't failed me yet. Also uses very little resources, unlike Norton.....

    I haven't used Kaspersky, but from what I've read, it's a solid choice as well.
     
    ComputerMD82, Jan 5, 2009
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    Really? Have you used Norton now? or Norton '08?

    I don't mean to start the boring war again, but I would on any day chose Norton.. its very good, very light and very efficient too. Norton products have come a long way, and are right up there with the leading security suites.
     
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  4. ComputerMD82

    ComputerMD82 NX-74205

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    Ahh yes.. the great Anti Virus wars :D

    Everyone will have their preference of course, but I always say the more info the better :)

    Norton 08 was the last version I used for a length of time, and it was definitely lighter than the 07 version, but I still found it weighty compared to others. Doesn't mean it's not effective at it's job though :)
     
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    I have used Norton '08, and recently upgraded to Norton '09 and its been very light and very efficient. I even had some post' around with screen shots of Norton '09 and its system resource usage.. almost negligible I would say. Let me see if I can find those posts and attachments..
     
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    ComputerMD82 NX-74205

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    Sounds good, and thanks :)
     
    ComputerMD82, Jan 5, 2009
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  8. Baserk

    Baserk Notebook user

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    In this post you can find a link to an extensive Security Suites test.
    Check the Protectstar PDF link, all the suites you mentioned have been tested.
    Download the trial versions of your favourite 2 suites and use them both for a week so you know exactly what you'll be purchasing.
    (I'd advice NIS2009 or KIS2009 btw).
    Cheers.
     
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    ComputerMD82 NX-74205

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    Just curious, have you had any experience with Norton 360?
     
    ComputerMD82, Jan 5, 2009
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    jin07 Notebook Deity NBR Reviewer

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    If you're looking at a security package (anti-virus, firewall, anti-spyware), go with Kasp. If you just want an anti-virus program, NOD is a good choice.


    ComputerMD82: There were a few threads awhile back on Norton 360. Try running a search and see if it pops up anything.
     
    jin07, Jan 5, 2009
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  11. DetlevCM

    DetlevCM Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    I'm using Kaspersky - very happy with it :)
     
    DetlevCM, Jan 6, 2009
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    as of this time my only two choices are kaspersky kis2009 or nortons nis2009. the other one id throw in the mix is avira antivir suite its a great program but i personally think the prior two have much better firewall's than avira suite does. im currently beta testing the new avira though and i have to say for sure its a nice setup..
     
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    I used NOD32 for a long time, but the last year I've been using BitDefender and will definitely stick with it. Great and watches scumware also.
     
    theZoid, Jan 13, 2009
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