Forgive me for being dim, but is this something you have to buy/renew every year: does it run for the calendar year or just 12 months from when you install it?
2007-01-27 22:59:05 · 12 answers · asked by ewanspewan 4 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
12 months from the day you install, i.e. 28 January 2007 to 28 January 2008.
Rather than pay for Norton (which is a resource hog) why not go for free, good and recommended programs? I used Norton for six years, but since I've used free programs, my computer is a lot faster. Definitely worth trying the free programs before you make a decision.
For good, free and recommended security programs, please go here
http://www.webuser.co.uk/forums/showflat.php/Cat/0/Number/219333/an/0/page/0#219333
I recommend AVG as an anti virus, although eTrust's 12 month free trial is excellent (I'm using it and am extremely impressed).
If you need other programs, go for Zone Alarm firewall, AVG anti spyware (formerly Ewido) and SpywareBlaster.
If you click on the names in that list I gave you and it will take you to the official download site.
Please ensure that you keep them all updated for full protection and check for any updates when you first download them.
2007-01-27 23:03:40 · answer #1 · answered by Carella 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
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2016-08-25 09:00:13 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2015-02-03 15:12:19 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a professional developer with Microsoft, and have about 10 years of experience in the field of Computer Engineering. Most problems with PC's are the result of malicious software that infected a Computer. Examples of this are things such as malware, viruses, trojans, spyware, adware, root kits, and worms. In other cases, they are the result of stability issues due to crashes, freezes, or Hardware Issues. Some examples of hardware issues could be a dirty cooling fan causing the computer to overheat, or low memory due to lack of RAM, which could cause the PC to run slowly. You may think it could be a virus, or malware, or registry issues, but it could be something else entirely. As a computer layman, one may find it hard to really ascertain what exactly is causing the problems, without having a professional do an in depth analysis of your PC.
As professional computer repairs can be quite costly, I would recommend to you a Software that many of us in the tech department here at Microsoft use personally and professionally to diagnose and repair computer problems very quickly. It is a software called Reimage, from https://tr.im/ReimageRepair .. In my personal experience, and in the experience of many of my associates, this is probably the best software ever created for those experiencing computer troubles. This is likely to remedy just about ANY problem your computer could possibly be having, and have it running like new. Reimage has won several awards, and been featured in publications such as PC Mag.
2016-05-05 00:53:51 · answer #4 · answered by Charley 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Usually antivirus software is good for one year from the date of purchase with an option to renew it yearly for approximately half price. However, look around you may be able to get antivirus software for free.
I know that you can get lot of antispyware for free. Try Microsoft Defender or Lavasoft through Google.
2007-01-28 02:09:52 · answer #5 · answered by Kenneth L 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-16 05:17:40 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get Ubuntu Linux and start learning again, plus free AV,Firewall,Free OS, Free Updates with LTS it updates and upgrades for 5 years or more. LTS cost $0 more than regular.
2007-01-27 23:12:14 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
One year from date of installation
2007-01-28 00:35:53 · answer #8 · answered by johnnybegood 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The protection lasts 12 months from when you install it, after that, you must renew, or get the new version.
2007-01-27 23:51:24 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dont bother, its not worth it and yes it expires, Use AVG Anti-Virus the free version, its great and I think evne better than Norton.
2007-01-27 23:07:22 · answer #10 · answered by yahwhoon 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋