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Is there a free antivirus that you use? - MT
Posted: Feb 23, 2011
I have been using Nortons, but keep having problems. I really don't want to spend more money since I just paid $70 for this and it is giving me problems.
Thanks
There are many -- check out this link - former techie
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http://www.pcworld.com/reviews/collection/1597/free_antivirus_software.html
yes - MT
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I use AVG...there is a free download for it and it works just as well as Norton and McAfee. Also, I use superantispyware (also free) to scan my computer.
Avast Free works great - flamt
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I used to have Norton but also had tons of problems with it, too. Later I found out that Norton is a huge resource hog and really bogs down the system. My parents had McAfee and that was pretty useless too.
I used to use AVG but for the last 2 years have been using Avast! Free with really good results. It's simple to set up and easy to use. I haven't had any problems with it at all.
You can go to CNET Downloads and search their listings for free antivirus software. I like going there for software because the programs are checked for virus and bloat-ware plus you can read the reviews on whatever it is you are looking for. I've found that to be really helpful.
Yes: Microsoft Security Essentials -- it is HIPAA compliant. - nm
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