[DISCUSSION] Antivirus and antimalware solutions for Windows

Discussion in 'Application Software' started by apoorvasheth, Nov 22, 2008.

  1. glow

    glow MDL Novice

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    Forget retail products.

    Go with Symantec AV Corporate or newer Symantec Endpoint Protection.

    Install as un-managed client.

    These work well, require no key for install, and Live update never times out.

    Only negative feature is that for x64 OSs, can't do an Explorer right click & "Scan for Viruses...."
     
  2. Oery

    Oery MDL Junior Member

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    #202 Oery, Mar 31, 2011
    Last edited: Mar 31, 2011
    Security Essential (Free /w Win7) + Comodo Firewall (Free)
    Work just fine, for me at least :)
     
  3. chrysesgrossman

    chrysesgrossman MDL Novice

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    Well said!
     
  4. Kristaps

    Kristaps MDL Novice

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    Hi, everyone at MDL!

    This is a small post for those people at MDL who can't choose the right and the best antivirus software for their PCs.
    So take a look at this link --> av-comparatives.org <-- (damn! I cant post links because I have only 7 posts) and you'll find the real thing you need and want :smile3:


    Excuse me for my bad english :eek:


    I'm using Avira Premium Security Suite, if you're interested :rolleyes:
     
  5. Paiva

    Paiva MDL Developer

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    I Like antivir free:

    or

     
  6. arjaytech

    arjaytech MDL Novice

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    the link isn't familliar of official site of AVIRA.

    by the way is the site u posted is under officially owned avira?


    thanks.
     
  7. dsbig

    dsbig MDL Senior Member

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    does anybody here use the paid version of avira, does it auto renew subscription or can do it manually?
     
  8. aoham

    aoham MDL Novice

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    You should take a look here "matousec.com/projects/proactive-security-challenge/results.php"
     
  9. dsbig

    dsbig MDL Senior Member

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    I switch from avira free version and using avast free, it has more protection, for example the web shield is included with the free version of avast, avira doesnt come with it. I like it because I go to alot of site, cheats,trainers, ect and some site have adware problem and avast stops it from starting.
     
  10. TheQuickBrownFox

    TheQuickBrownFox MDL Novice

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    +1 For Avast... in conjunction with Spybot SD
     
  11. Kristaps

    Kristaps MDL Novice

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    #211 Kristaps, Apr 21, 2011
    Last edited: Apr 22, 2011

    It's not AVIRA site, it's OFFICIAL site of INDEPENDENT TESTS OF ANTI-VIRUS SOFTWARE. Take a look, it's safe, I guarantee!
    There are complete best and known ANTIVIRUS software test results by every year, so you can take a look at each software security and performance progress and compare each to other ( what's already done ) - so you just have to decide which one is the best for you :biggrin: ---> av-comparatives.org <---

    Good luck :p
     
  12. VisWin

    VisWin MDL Novice

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    #212 VisWin, Apr 21, 2011
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    This is a 99% HIPS and 1% firewall test. Most of the products tested do not contain HIPS and until they removed them this year some, did not contain an HIPS or firewall. Very misleading for most products.

    Not to mention that most products do not get tested in all "levels".
     
  13. Kristaps

    Kristaps MDL Novice

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    That's true!
     
  14. Kristaps

    Kristaps MDL Novice

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    Take a look at this site --> av-comparatives.org <-- and you should have no more questions about which AV software is the best. All information and various test results are given there. And all best software security and performance comparisons too. This is serious and trustable site and you should take a look at it. Recommend :cool:
     
  15. bmw e30

    bmw e30 MDL Novice

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    McAfee Total Protection 2011
    With thousands of new viruses created every day, relying on traditional security updates isn’t enough anymore. Unlike the competition, exclusive McAfee Active Protection™ technology instantly analyzes and blocks new and emerging threats in milliseconds so there’s virtually no gap in your protection.
     
  16. iitmanojit

    iitmanojit MDL Novice

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    I use Microsoft security Essential v2

    I use Microsoft security Essential v2 (2.0.657)
    In my Win 7 SP1 os its performing well.
     
  17. DonaldFaQ

    DonaldFaQ MDL Novice

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    The safest Way is:

    Pull out your Lan Cable and deactivate WLAN :eek::p
     
  18. aoham

    aoham MDL Novice

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    That's true.lol:biggrin:
    The best antivirus to me is BRAIN.EXE + a decent antivirus (in the top 5 or 10).
     
  19. VisWin

    VisWin MDL Novice

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    #219 VisWin, Apr 23, 2011
    Last edited: Apr 23, 2011
    Some links to review:
    wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=291821
    av-test.org/certifications
    malwareresearchgroup.com/malware-tests/flash-test-results/

    This is a 99% HIPS and 1% firewall test. Most of the products tested do not contain HIPS and until they removed them this year, some did not contain an HIPS or firewall. Very misleading for most products.

    Not to mention that most products do not get tested in all "levels".
     
  20. fascination

    fascination MDL Novice

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    Free - Microsoft Security Essentials & Paid - Kaspersky Antivirus.... Both works fine..