What's a good anti-virus, internet security, firewall program(s)?

Captain Morgan · 08-27-2012, 11:45 AM

My Kaspersky subscription has finally expired. I want something different. Norton, McAfee, Kaspersky all seem to take over the computer so bad they slow it down. Please give me some GOOD options, even if I have to have different programs. Also keep in mind that I'm fairly computer illiterate. Not "grandma computer illiterate," but I'm not the type that goes in and adjusts a bunch of settings, etc. and will admit that I don't know shit about this stuff. I want something very user friendly that WORKS without being a complete nuisance like the big 3.

KSGregman · 08-27-2012, 12:52 PM

Trend Micro

http://www.trendmicro.com/us/index.html

pauldun170 · 08-27-2012, 01:15 PM

MS Security essentials - Easy on hardware, no registration bs or renewals. I can't speak to its effectiveness but I've had no issues with either the software or viruses.

Avast - Pretty good last time I used it but could occasionally cause delays in pulling up browsers.

AVG - I dumped it back when it became a resource hog.

McAfee - Absolute garbage. May keep your machine clean but it my experience with it on my work laptop puts it on my avoid ata ll cost list.

Turbo Ghost · 08-27-2012, 01:28 PM

I tried MS security essentials but IMO it is the perfect target for hackers and I'm living proof! It let in a trojan which politely opened the door for two more and nearly bricked my computer! I had to do a full-format. Luckily, I keep all my important stuff on an external drive. I've had decent results with the others mentioned but, so far Norton has been the best. Granted, when your subscription is nearly out, they will send viruses to scare you into renewing but, it works.

Bluestreak · 08-27-2012, 01:39 PM

Avast has been my product of choice for the last two years. I have no complaints about how well this software works. I do hate that it needs to be registered. That's a PITA.

MS Security Essentials is one that I'm starting to roll out for more people. It seems to be working really well so far.

None of the above is great at catching malware.

Stay away from Symantec, McAfee and AVG this year. Next year, all bets are off and the process of "who has the best" starts all over again.

Trip · 08-27-2012, 02:02 PM

MS Security Essentials - Windows Firewall

Why because it's easy and free and my windows is only on to cut shit and to remote into work. Besides that, OSX fucking owns.

njchopper87 · 08-27-2012, 07:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KSGregman

Trend Micro

http://www.trendmicro.com/us/index.html

We uninstalled Trend Micro at work to use AVG.

I've been using Avast at home since someone here suggested it. No complaints; switched from AVG.

LeeNetworX · 08-31-2012, 10:18 AM

e-Abstinance is the best answer. Keep your hard disk out of the filthy, gaping holes of the ether.

EpyonXero · 08-31-2012, 11:42 AM

I use the free MS Security app.

pauldun170 · 08-31-2012, 12:21 PM

I don't normally browse the seedy underbelly of the internet...
but when I do
I VM a linux box.

08-27-2012, 11:45 AM	#1
Captain Morgan Let's do another U-turn Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Indiana Moto: 2009 V-Strom Posts: 3,816	What's a good anti-virus, internet security, firewall program(s)? My Kaspersky subscription has finally expired. I want something different. Norton, McAfee, Kaspersky all seem to take over the computer so bad they slow it down. Please give me some GOOD options, even if I have to have different programs. Also keep in mind that I'm fairly computer illiterate. Not "grandma computer illiterate," but I'm not the type that goes in and adjusts a bunch of settings, etc. and will admit that I don't know shit about this stuff. I want something very user friendly that WORKS without being a complete nuisance like the big 3.

08-27-2012, 01:39 PM	#5
Bluestreak What? Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lancaster, PA Moto: Dirt Posts: 578	Avast has been my product of choice for the last two years. I have no complaints about how well this software works. I do hate that it needs to be registered. That's a PITA. MS Security Essentials is one that I'm starting to roll out for more people. It seems to be working really well so far. None of the above is great at catching malware. Stay away from Symantec, McAfee and AVG this year. Next year, all bets are off and the process of "who has the best" starts all over again. __________________ Lean till you see sparks. If they are coming from your pegs you are doing good. If they are coming from you tank, you've just gained wisdom... Wisdom usually hurts.

08-31-2012, 11:42 AM	#9
EpyonXero AMA Supersport Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Redneck Riviera, FL Moto: 2003 VFR800f6 Posts: 2,531	I use the free MS Security app. __________________

08-27-2012, 12:52 PM	#2
KSGregman Get Fit...or Get OUT Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: KS Moto: 07 M109-R Posts: 1,993	Trend Micro http://www.trendmicro.com/us/index.html

08-27-2012, 01:28 PM	#4
Turbo Ghost Movie Star Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Kingsport, TN. Moto: KLR650 Posts: 682	I tried MS security essentials but IMO it is the perfect target for hackers and I'm living proof! It let in a trojan which politely opened the door for two more and nearly bricked my computer! I had to do a full-format. Luckily, I keep all my important stuff on an external drive. I've had decent results with the others mentioned but, so far Norton has been the best. Granted, when your subscription is nearly out, they will send viruses to scare you into renewing but, it works.

08-27-2012, 02:02 PM	#6
Trip Hold mah beer! Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 80 Miles South of Moto Heaven Moto: 08 R1200GS Posts: 23,268	MS Security Essentials - Windows Firewall Why because it's easy and free and my windows is only on to cut shit and to remote into work. Besides that, OSX fucking owns.

08-31-2012, 10:18 AM	#8
LeeNetworX SFL Expatriate #1 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: ATL Burbs Moto: '09 Triumph Speed Triple Posts: 4,712	e-Abstinance is the best answer. Keep your hard disk out of the filthy, gaping holes of the ether.