Anything i should know first before i do this? Will i get lots of viruses between uninstalling Norton and installing AVG? Thanks.
2006-12-31 23:30:18 · 13 answers · asked by . 7 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
put your internet off befor you uninstall norton and install avg
just load your computer in safemode .go to control panel /Add/remove and uninstall norton then restart your computer back up and install avg . to enter your computer in safemode . restart then keep tapping the *F8* key then go to safemode on the screen . tap the enter key and wait for the computer to load in safemode then uninstall norton . restart your computer . then just install avg . happy new year
2006-12-31 23:34:52 · answer #1 · answered by me and you 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use "Add and Remove programs" in your Control Panel to remove Norton; you must uninstall anything there is to do with Norton prior to installing AVG. This includes anything in the control panel that also is listed as "Symantec" which means the updates for Norton. Once completing this task; install AVG; and be sure after installation of AVG is complete; be sure to get the updates. I would suggest to download the AVG version prior to removing Norton, etc. especially if you are on dial up as it takes a longer period of time for the download which means you are at risk while downloading so download avg first. You didn't say whether or not you are installing the free version or the paid version of AVG; they now have a free spam tool to download.
I have removed Norton and installed AVG on computers and no viruses or worms to report while accomplishing this task. Read AVG's web page for a lot of helpful information. Also register your version there also especially if it is the free version.
2006-12-31 23:43:12 · answer #2 · answered by mardel53 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-08-25 14:49:37 · answer #3 · answered by Bianca 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First why would you want to remove Norton Symantec from your computer ?
for "AVG" I am told can discover viruses on your computer but at times is not strong enough to remove the infections, also not only does Norton blocks viruses like spyware, adware, dailers, joke programs, remote access, hack tools, trackware, unwanted email, spam, and stops your email address from being used by fraudsters and a lot more, can AVG do all that ?
but then avg is free so don't expect it to be as good as Norton Symantec for if it was then Norton would go out of business very quick,
its your choice if you decide to uninstall Norton, but then if it was me I would'nt.
and no you wont be at risk for the short time of being unprotected.
oh well good luck and safe computing.
2006-12-31 23:54:18 · answer #4 · answered by ? 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Norton can be a b*gger to remove sucessfully. Thankfully, even Symatec acknowledge this, so go to :http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT/tsgeninfo.nsf/docid/2005033108162039
As soon as you've got AVG installed & running, update it online and have it carry out a full scan - that'll bowl out anything that's sneaked in.
And, contrary to rumours, free AVG is not being withdrawn, they're just changing the version and will contact you when necessary.
Hope that helps!
2006-12-31 23:36:15 · answer #5 · answered by champer 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well it depends on what computer it is if its a windows go on the control pannel and some where it will show add or remove programs take of norton and install avg but i dont know about macs
2006-12-31 23:34:42 · answer #6 · answered by Kimmy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, you have to get Norton off. That's hard. If you go to:
http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT/nip.nsf/docid/2001090510510636
You can find help on removing it. To install AVG just start the setup and watch the blinking lights.
2006-12-31 23:35:24 · answer #7 · answered by Kokopelli 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no u wont just disconnect ur network and uninstall nortorn and reboot and then install avg and then connect ur network again and update avg
good luck
2006-12-31 23:57:45 · answer #8 · answered by mr D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
keep your windows firewall running and everything else is easy.avg is very good and when norton cannot help you they actually tell you to download avg.
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2016-12-01 09:38:16 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋