Find out which anti-virus software you should use

Are there any anti-virus software which is a one off payment?

Master asked:

I need some anti-virus software to go with the sony vaio laptop i am going to get. I was wondering if there was an anti-virus software that i did not have to get a subscription for. I do not mind paying for it but i don’t want to subscribe.

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Where can I get free anti-virus software on the Internet?

xavier asked:

I’ve noticed my computer is running slower and the Windows Live One Care icon is displayed at the bottom right-hand corner.I’ve tried AVG software,but doesn’t prove effective.Is there a website for free downloads of anti-virus software and gives a better performance?

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free virus scans?

webmaster asked:

i went to http://anti-virus-software-review.toptenreviews.com/ and found that (bitdefender/ kaspersky) i has a excellent reviews,so are they the best or what, is their any other free virus scans out their that are best.

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Is AVG Anti Virus, free version any good? + More questions?

Wm2977 asked:

My mom just got another pc and wants anti virus protection (of course). We do not like Norton or McAfee at all, they slow down the pc’s performance; in my opinion.

Download.com has great reviews of AVG and I downloaded it. Usually free software isn’t much good, what do you think of this one?

What other software should I download on this new computer? Important things, please.

My mom uses AIM, but we do not like the “Real” AIM. I use Trillian on my notebook pc and think its decent, albeit no one else can see the emoticons used on there. I’ve heard nice things about Dead Aim, but cannot find a free download.

Thanks!

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On-Line Software Reviews?

Woollcott asked:

I have a new computer, and it had certain software (primarily anti-adware & anti-virus) already on. I have been “stung” by malicious software, and am now very cautious and suspicious. I have been given some TREMENDOUS! advice from “Yahoo Answers,” concerning various pieces of software (both free and commercial) & have been advised to check these out by a fair and impartial reviewer. I have seen references to Software Reviews, so I know they are “out there.” But I imagine there must be a hundred of them, and that many of them are disguised ads or supporters of the products of a specific company. Does anyone know of a GOOD and impartial site that does software reviews?

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Kaepersky Or Norton, BEST ANTI VIRUS Suite?

WHO AM I??? asked:

Which is better, they both recieved good reviews this year by many names including Maximum PC and PC World. I cannot decide though. I want to know which used the least resources and is the best at security. I Have an weak computer running Vista and i need some software so that it does not slow the computer to a crawl.

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do you thing this this review is the true?

aivann carlo c asked:

http://anti-virus-software-review.toptenreviews.com/?ttreng=1&ttrkey=antivirus+review

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In 2009 had Webroot AntiVirus become better than NOD32?

Mohhamed F asked:

I saw a website that gave ratings on the top 17 antivirsues that BitDefender was at top, KasperSky second, and Webroot at third with NOD32 fourth. Is this right?

The website was:- http://anti-virus-software-review.toptenreviews.com/

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What is the best antivirus software for Windows Vista?

pinoybigo asked:

I just got a new laptop and it has Windows Vista. With my old laptop (Windows XP), I’ve used Trend Micro Internet Security and it worked great. However, I’ve heard Trend Micro doesn’t work too well with Windows Vista, so now I’m looking for another anti virus software. I’ve heard different opinions from different people, so it wouldn’t hurt to hear more. Basically, what is the best anti virus software for Vista and why? If possible, give pros and cons.

Right now, I’ve narrowed down to 3 choices: Trend Micro (because I’ve used it before with XP) , Norton (because it has received great reviews for the 2009 version, and Kaspersky (has been known to be reliable but expensive, but the 2009 version has been taking hits from users)
SORRY I copied over the previous info. Underneath it is what I intended to “add”.
I just got a new laptop and it has Windows Vista. With my old laptop (Windows XP), I’ve used Trend Micro Internet Security and it worked great. However, I’ve heard Trend Micro doesn’t work too well with Windows Vista, so now I’m looking for another anti virus software. I’ve heard different opinions from different people, so it wouldn’t hurt to hear more. Basically, what is the best anti virus software for Vista and why? If possible, give pros and cons.

Also, does the type of anti virus software you use affect the laptop battery performance noticeably? I know some use more of the CPU memory which in turn uses more power, but is the difference great?
Also, does the type of anti virus software you use affect the laptop battery performance noticeably? I know some use more of the CPU memory which in turn uses more power, but is the difference great?
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