Anyone know any free security similar to Norton
2007-07-07 11:49:46 · 17 answers · asked by andrea b 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
Thanks to everyone who anwered AVG does seem to be popular choice
2007-07-09 09:40:50 · update #1
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2007-07-07 11:53:12 · answer #1 · answered by G 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Norton is shite!!!
Don't wait until it runs out, uninstall it now and follow the instructions given to you by 'Classic'.
He has hit the nail on the head, and you will not go wrong with his advice.
Use AVG, (Which is free), and Windows Firewall.
When I buy a PC or laptop, I automatically uninstall Norton and download AVG, Etc,.
I once trusted Norton, and ended up with a virus and untold spyware cookies.
I will end with, Norton is shite!!!
2007-07-07 12:03:03 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I have spybot search and destroy and it was free off the internet and it works really great. It will pick up spyware and viruses that Norton will not pick up. I have Norton and spybot and It works just great. I have the both of then to be on the safe side. I will never get rid of Norton.
2007-07-07 13:58:38 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd love to see if all these people saying that AVG is better than Norton have any money in the bank and are happy doing internet banking using their AVG protected Computer.
I bet they have only debts so it won't matter if they get hacked LOL.
If I were you i'll just pay the yearly $20 or whatever it is and be secure. Better safe than sorry.
here check out how happy this person is with AVG
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=Aq4zlYPTzTpN.VsnG9F1fbp27hR.?qid=20070707151833AAzAZa8
2007-07-07 12:19:31 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
well: yes there is an 15 day expiration notice when disabled
basicly can be replaced with a newer version
type in ( Norton 360 Antivirus) then click on search the website task bar" or visit http://www.norton360.antivirus.com
2007-07-07 12:13:38 · answer #5 · answered by toddk57@sbcglobal.net 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I really enjoy AVG.
I've used it for years, and although it's free, it works really well.
They hide it on their website, so you will buy their full version, but you don't need the paid version, unless you are a business.
The free version is only for personal use. Download page is below.
2007-07-07 11:55:43 · answer #6 · answered by EEJ 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes there are some good freeware on the microsoft site, But if i were you i would pay for it I have Panda platignum and it is great far better than norton which slowed down my system when i had it. Good Luck.
2007-07-07 11:56:23 · answer #7 · answered by michael o47 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hi,i was going to answer this question,but its been well covered by some good answers.But there is a malware program on MSNs down load centre that's worth adding to your security and its free,but don't run it ,save it and run every couple of weeks.PS you have to run it.
2007-07-07 12:15:19 · answer #8 · answered by shane c 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, maybe just wait till it says it will expire in about 1 day or so.
2016-05-21 00:13:59 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only thing you pay for subscription is the updates. The program itself will continue to work just fine after "expiration".
2007-07-07 11:54:01 · answer #10 · answered by Kasey C 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋