Gray Posted November 19, 2011 Report Share Posted November 19, 2011 I've just had my backup computer back from Mr Computer Mender, seems the problem was 3 viruses in the boot up. I thought I was covered with AVG, seems not. He's installed Microsoft Security Essentials he recommends it. It seems AVG missed the viruses. If you have AVG basic protection get rid. Can I say that? Anyway £35 don't seem to bad to get all my stuff back. \:D/ \:D/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hibsjo(SCO) Posted November 19, 2011 Report Share Posted November 19, 2011 too much p#rn Gray carry on! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gray Posted November 19, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 19, 2011 How very dare you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stutheshoe Posted November 19, 2011 Report Share Posted November 19, 2011 to much sheep porn then gray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gray Posted November 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2011 How very dare you too. Love the new avatar. Mr. Stutherunningshoe I see a new avatar theme looming. Here's one for Lee as he set the ball rolling............... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gray Posted November 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2011 I've just had my backup computer back from Mr Computer Mender, seems the problem was 3 viruses in the boot up. I thought I was covered with AVG, seems not. He's installed Microsoft Security Essentials he recommends it. It seems AVG missed the viruses. If you have AVG basic protection get rid. Can I say that? Anyway £35 don't seem to bad to get all my stuff back. \:D/ \:D/ Been out of commission for a couple of months...FFS Rediclious Microsoft updates are taking a lifetime, my life is ebbing away Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Posted November 21, 2011 Report Share Posted November 21, 2011 I use avast free antivirus, never had a virus yet ....but then never had a virus when I used AVG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josie Posted November 30, 2011 Report Share Posted November 30, 2011 The biggest problem all anti-virus vendors face is that the nature of the business is reactive rather than pro-active. Viruses have to be created, released into the wild, and then detected before a solution can be put in place. There is a certain amount of broad signature based heuristic detection that can be applied, but it's almost always a case of after the horse has bolted the barn door gets closed. Most reputable free AV programs are fine but their object is obviously to sell you something eventually and therefore certain things are not covered in the hope you will buy the super-duper whizz bang version to keep you safe. If you want to be certain your PC is virus free and can't be hacked - disconnect it from the internet, never add software that didn't come on a disc from a well-known company (Microsoft, Adobe etc etc) and never let anyone else use it. It won't be much use for anything except typing letters, but you'll be safe ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kobblers Posted November 30, 2011 Report Share Posted November 30, 2011 I use avast free antivirus, never had a virus yet ....but then never had a virus when I used AVG Avast is the dog's gonads. Used it for five+ years and it's free Rick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josie Posted December 1, 2011 Report Share Posted December 1, 2011 There is definitely something magical about the word free. It is one of the top three words used in searches on the web. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh-Candoit (ENG) Posted April 15, 2012 Report Share Posted April 15, 2012 AVG paid for (not free version) and Malwarebytes Anti spyware paid for version will monitor your computer in real time and warn you ofHijack attempts. Free versions of these progs do not give this added protection. (yer gets what yer pays for). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kobblers Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 AVG paid for (not free version) and Malwarebytes Anti spyware paid for version will monitor your computer in real time and warn you ofHijack attempts. Free versions of these progs do not give this added protection. (yer gets what yer pays for). Since taking Norton off years ago I've never had to pay for any sort of antivirus/firewall and I've had a lot less problems than I ever had with paid for software. Rick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironplanet uk900 Posted April 25, 2012 Report Share Posted April 25, 2012 AVG paid for (not free version) and Malwarebytes Anti spyware paid for version will monitor your computer in real time and warn you ofHijack attempts. Free versions of these progs do not give this added protection. (yer gets what yer pays for). Since taking Norton off years ago I've never had to pay for any sort of antivirus/firewall and I've had a lot less problems than I ever had with paid for software. Rick. I agree, you buy anti virus software and it takes over your computer worse than a bleedin virus. Bloody Norton used to drive me mad, telling me its found this that and the other, so you click repair (or whatever it is) and it's looks like its doing the job but it always fails...pile of shite IMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redcap Posted April 25, 2012 Report Share Posted April 25, 2012 you buy anti virus software and it takes over your computer worse than a bleedin virus. Bloody Norton used to drive me mad Don't judge all anti-virus by your experience with Norton. I agree; it is horrible software. Almost as bad a some viruses. Unlike Norton, there are a lot of really good programs that work quietly in the background and only ever tell you if there is a REAL problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenB Posted April 26, 2012 Report Share Posted April 26, 2012 Name names then redcap... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithm Posted April 26, 2012 Report Share Posted April 26, 2012 Name names then redcap... Nod32 from Eset. Relatively cheap, not resource hungry and just gets on with it I run it on our system at Standard, laptops home PC and I-Pad, no issues, no problems and NO Virus!!! Been using this software for over 8 years Download it online, easy peasy, the 'Internet Security' or 'smart Security' products are the one's I would recommend Lookie here: http://www.eset.co.uk/ Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Posted April 26, 2012 Report Share Posted April 26, 2012 IPads can't get viruses AFAIK Same as IPhones and Macs, or anything Apple Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Friend Posted April 26, 2012 Report Share Posted April 26, 2012 No they get worms and maggots, eeeerrrrrruchhhhh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenB Posted April 26, 2012 Report Share Posted April 26, 2012 IPads can't get viruses AFAIK Same as IPhones and Macs, or anything Apple I think that's the theory, however, common sense suggests a cautious approach. There was news recently about a virus/trojan or something affecting apple products. Regular system updates should be enough to keep you clear as far as I'm aware. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamparker Posted April 26, 2012 Report Share Posted April 26, 2012 You can get Trojans and malware on macs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenB Posted April 26, 2012 Report Share Posted April 26, 2012 You can get Trojans and malware on macs. That's why it's important to run the software update utility on a regular basis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carter1 Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 Why don't you use Avast or Kesrpersky antivirus. because they are the best antiviruses in all the world. I think you should try that. They really will help you and if you find them good then please reply. me. Thanks Tradesman Roof Racks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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