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Quite a few people have asked me about anti-virus software, so I reckon I might as well post about it here for all who bothers to read. Got good things must share! :D
In all likelihood, when you buy your PC or laptop it'll come with free Norton Anti-Virus (sometimes McAfee or Trend Micro), which is the most famous anti-virus program around. However, the subscription to virus updates is usually not free, so after a few months you'll probably be prompted to renew the subscription. Being the cheapskate that you are, you don't want to pay for it. And leaving your virus database outdated is very dangerous because viruses that strike are normally new ones. Not using any is even worse; it's like leaving your front door open while you're out shopping.
There is a good and free alternative. Check out AVG Anti-Virus. The program and updates are totally free (as in beer!) for home users. And it is highly recommended by most software review sites. So go on and use it!
Besides, Norton is soooo sloooow when the computer's loading up.
And while you're at it, you really should scan your PC regularly for spyware and adware as well. The best and free scanners are Spybot and Ad-Aware. I use both. Actually I have 2 or 3 others as well, because I'm really kiasi!
In all likelihood, when you buy your PC or laptop it'll come with free Norton Anti-Virus (sometimes McAfee or Trend Micro), which is the most famous anti-virus program around. However, the subscription to virus updates is usually not free, so after a few months you'll probably be prompted to renew the subscription. Being the cheapskate that you are, you don't want to pay for it. And leaving your virus database outdated is very dangerous because viruses that strike are normally new ones. Not using any is even worse; it's like leaving your front door open while you're out shopping.
There is a good and free alternative. Check out AVG Anti-Virus. The program and updates are totally free (as in beer!) for home users. And it is highly recommended by most software review sites. So go on and use it!
Besides, Norton is soooo sloooow when the computer's loading up.
And while you're at it, you really should scan your PC regularly for spyware and adware as well. The best and free scanners are Spybot and Ad-Aware. I use both. Actually I have 2 or 3 others as well, because I'm really kiasi!
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