Kenny202 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Been through 2 anti virus companies last few years and no viruses...but get so tired of being bombarded with threatening messages f how vulnerable you are and the constant up sell / warning messages for add on's that aren't included in their already expensive program. In some ways the prevention is worse than the disease. Also find it a little hard to trust my personal information to a company that behaves so unethically. According to this companies own warnings of how inadequate my basic $100 per year service is, telling me I need their other 15 add ons, I was wondering if what they provide is any better than the basic virus protection that comes with my PC / Windows Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunHeineken Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 I use Trend Micro, after leaving Norton for the same reasons you mention. I find TM pretty good. East install. Little to no effect on speed. Customizable with some settings. Choice of product. Reasonable price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post freeworld Posted May 22 Popular Post Share Posted May 22 Have used only windows security system (windows defender) for the last 10 years, never had a problem. 1 1 17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NotEinstein Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Never had a virus, but then I use Linux. For internet browsing, which is where any virus is going to come from unless you download it, I use NoScript in Firefox to manage which site javascripts are allowed to run, for instance the ad. scripts on this site..... 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunLA Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 In the past, used Trend, though now it would be a waste of money, as Windows Security (defender ?) works fine. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezzra Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Adlock.. nothing comes through and at times, too tight... worth the investment. https://adlock.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gottfrid Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 I tried a lot of them in the past, and also got a lot of messages. #years ago, I started using IOBit Malware Fighter, which includes Anti ransom engine and Bitdefender engine. Not a virus or malware has touched me since then. They also give great discounts and have setups for 3 units. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post NanLaew Posted May 22 Popular Post Share Posted May 22 1 hour ago, freeworld said: Have used only windows security system (windows defender) for the last 10 years, never had a problem. About sums up my experience. 1 hour ago, KhunLA said: In the past, used Trend, though now it would be a waste of money, as Windows Security (defender ?) works fine. I work on several client's networks during the year. These are global networks and none of them use anything except Windows Defender. No Norton, no Trend, no Kaspersky, no McAfee, nada. They are all bloatware and if anyone thinks it's safer to run more than one AV suite, those false flags you are getting is because these out of date and useless programs are detecting each other. If you are using freeware, you get what you pay for. If you have a subscription, you get the same (and you're an idiot). 3 2 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In Full Agreement Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 6 minutes ago, NanLaew said: f you are using freeware, you get what you pay for 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billd766 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 2 hours ago, freeworld said: Have used only windows security system (windows defender) for the last 10 years, never had a problem. Me too. It works with most browsers (I haven't tried them all). It works well on Chrome and runs in the background. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post nglodnig Posted May 22 Popular Post Share Posted May 22 (edited) 2 hours ago, freeworld said: Have used only windows security system (windows defender) for the last 10 years, never had a problem. Agree - had Norton AV (premium yet) and as the OP said got fed up with the constant bombardment of messages telling me I need to add this on or upgrade that - so removed it. So now I just use Windows Defender which I am told is perfectly adequate - and free. And doesn't nag me. Edited May 22 by nglodnig 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post OneMoreFarang Posted May 22 Popular Post Share Posted May 22 If you use Windows, then use the built in malware software. It works fine (also tested by experts) and it does not show you any messages which you don't need to see. I use this since many years and recommend it to my clients since many years. No problems. 1 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mavideol Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 2 hours ago, freeworld said: Have used only windows security system (windows defender) for the last 10 years, never had a problem. that makes 2 of us 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PoorSucker Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Used AVG free for 15 years 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigStar Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Uninstall all that third-party antivir you currently have. You'll probably find your computer runs faster. Windows built-in security is enough nowadays. That said, you might get the free Malwarebytes (ignore exhortations to upgrade) and do a manually-initiated scan once a week or so. It's more sensitive about PUPs (Potentially Unwanted programs)., i.e., spyware. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stocky Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 I gave up on 3rd party AV software with Windows 10, the built in Windows Security software works fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaywalker2 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 I concur that Microsoft Defender is the way to go. It's free, they don't nag you about upgrading to some premium addition, all of the features are unlocked, it updates automatically with Windows Update and its antivirus properties are as good as any of the paid programs. I previously used Avast (until it started collecting and selling user data) and Kaspersky and Microsoft Defender is as good or better than either one. 53 minutes ago, Mavideol said: that makes 2 of us 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
worgeordie Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 A coupe of years ago I snagged 5 licensees free, for F-Secure been working very well on my mini pc's Off Shoppe I bought 3 license's for ESET Antivirus for 200 Baht one year ,which have been working very well , on my other 3 mini pc's , I have never had any kind of virus ,since my daughter brought a thumb drive she had used on school PC , she's now 30 ,just don't click on anything willy nilly ,and scan anything you download before opening it. regards worgeordie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny202 Posted May 22 Author Share Posted May 22 3 hours ago, PoorSucker said: Used AVG free for 15 years Yes well they're not free anymore lol...company I am using now, no names....original plan $59 US renewal they try it on for double that to resubscribe....then when you go to unsubscribe from renewal they instantly offer you a 50% discount. Not to mention the constant up sell, threatening warning messages. I often wonder if some of the spam ransom type emails are sent from these companies as a hurry up. Just overall not a good experience Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny202 Posted May 22 Author Share Posted May 22 2 hours ago, jaywalker2 said: I concur that Microsoft Defender is the way to go. It's free, they don't nag you about upgrading to some premium addition, all of the features are unlocked, it updates automatically with Windows Update and its antivirus properties are as good as any of the paid programs. I previously used Avast (until it started collecting and selling user data) and Kaspersky and Microsoft Defender is as good or better than either one. Is Microsoft Defender the virus program that is built into Windows 11 settings or do you need to download it as a separate entity? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny202 Posted May 22 Author Share Posted May 22 Thanks all for the replies guys, much appreciated 🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KannikaP Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 4 hours ago, Mavideol said: that makes 2 of us Plus one more here. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KannikaP Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 34 minutes ago, Kenny202 said: Is Microsoft Defender the virus program that is built into Windows 11 settings or do you need to download it as a separate entity? Yes, then NO. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Lister Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Bitdefender (free), you don't need much more. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaywalker2 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 3 hours ago, Kenny202 said: Is Microsoft Defender the virus program that is built into Windows 11 settings or do you need to download it as a separate entity? It's built in and updates are automatically downloaded through windows update. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny202 Posted May 22 Author Share Posted May 22 12 hours ago, Mike Lister said: Bitdefender (free), you don't need much more. I had a look at bit defender....I don't see any free programs though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunHeineken Posted May 23 Share Posted May 23 I find it interesting that many are critical of Microsoft and Windows, including myself at times, yet many have suggested using Microsoft for the protection of their device and data. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pomchop Posted May 23 Share Posted May 23 I have used the free version of avast for ten years or more and travel all over asia eurpoe and usa and no problems...u do get the occasional message to upsell you but not that much....i never bought the upsell but seems to be very reasonable price if you feel the need... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted May 23 Share Posted May 23 Windows Defender seems to do a good job for free, I do an occasional scan with Norton Power Eraser, rarely finds anything except PUP's. For years have used, for a general tune up, Advanced System Care Pro daily, which I have never paid for, plus a few other Pro programs............ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Lister Posted May 23 Share Posted May 23 3 hours ago, Kenny202 said: I had a look at bit defender....I don't see any free programs though https://www.bitdefender.com/solutions/free.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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