The best Virus protection

[gunslinger]

I still dislike Norton, even though it uses less system resources now. It still deletes files off of my flash drive without asking me first. No program should do that. Kaspersky is running on my system right now and using 32 mb of RAM. I have 4 gigs in this system, I'm really not bogged down...lol. Compare this to another program I use every day, firefox is using 127 mb.

 

[Fixedathome.com]

Eset for me although I'd be equally happy with Kaspersky. For freebie I tend to go with Avast or Avira.

I still dislike Norton, even though it uses less system resources now. It still deletes files off of my flash drive without asking me first. No program should do that. Kaspersky is running on my system right now and using 32 mb of RAM. I have 4 gigs in this system, I'm really not bogged down...lol. Compare this to another program I use every day, firefox is using 127 mb.

Yup that annoys the crap out of me.

 

[Blues]

We have the latest version of Symantec Endpoint Security, the corperate/enterprise/domain AV solution, you know what issue I still have with it is detection rates. The memory utilization is fine but on the PCs we use, which are sadly about 5 years old, it still has a CPU utilization on boot hitting atleast 30% and on up to 60%. It is much better then what is was but it needs improvements if this is any show of what the commercial/residential/consumer client is.

 

[holyspidoo]

Don't forget that the RAM usage is not a good indicator. Kaspersky slows down a machine. Period. And it has many conflicts with certain applications. I never recommend it for fear of having clients callbacks.

I advise to get Avira these days. Light, doesnt slow down if you disable webguard in premium version (not a problem in free version) and I've yet to see it interfere with anything else (except the webguard thing).

Very eager to see how well Panda Cloud performs.

 

[eggy53]

I have heard good things about Avira, I currently use and love Avast, But have been thinking about AVG. What you guys think

Avast - AVG - Avira?

 

[DanF]

Used AVG and Avast in the past. Both are very good software. But at the moment I'm using Avira AntiVir, prefer it over the others.

 

[CPCR]

Avira Free is my preferred choice for installing on client home systems, I use the Premium security suite on my desktop and it is the best I have come across so far.

The system I use for cleaning uses GData as this uses 2 virus engines and is really effective at cleaning.

This site keeps me up to date on the AV software suites out there and is worth a visit.
http://www.av-comparatives.org/

 

[gunslinger]

Don't forget that the RAM usage is not a good indicator. Kaspersky slows down a machine. Period. And it has many conflicts with certain applications. I never recommend it for fear of having clients callbacks.

I advise to get Avira these days. Light, doesnt slow down if you disable webguard in premium version (not a problem in free version) and I've yet to see it interfere with anything else (except the webguard thing).

Very eager to see how well Panda Cloud performs.

Kaspersky does not really slow my machine sown that much. Products that do are AVG, Norton, Mcafee, avast ect. Kaspersky and Node 32 don't seem to at all. Plus with a combo of Kaspersky internet security and Spywareblaster you would really have to try hard to get infected. I think RAM usage is a good indicator as the more RAM a product is using the less RAM left over for other things to use. If two computers both have 512 RAM and one has Norton on it using 200mb and the other has Kaspersky using less than 30 the kaspersky machine will be faster all else being equal.

 

[Blues]

Im not sure how you concluded Kaspersky slows down systems becuase it doesn't I have tried it on all kinds of systems and none have slowed down. They might just a hair in terms of noticable slow down and just at boot but nothing that is even anywhere near annoying or a hassle. I do think RAM has a big impact on preformance but its not the only indicator look at how often the app spikes the CPU for the 2nd factor. I will say it is not out of the box 100% compatible with everything but it is simple enough to configure and I haven't had any call backs due to the software except maybe when it comes time for renewal.

 

[Vetal]

Kaspersky is my weapon of choice,

then maybe Avira or Bitdefender

although I'm not using an antivirus right now)))

 

[M0rph3u5]

for me the best is nod32 it has detected viruses that the past mentioned av in this thread nod32 have save me alot

 

[MM PC Solutions]

I use Avira Antivir Premium.

 

[ASDCR]

first thing i do, if they're calling me out because of a virus..

i yank off whatever a/v *is* there - and then run MBAM


MBAM *usually* does the trick

and i show them - right there - norton or mcafee or whatever WAS there, with ALL THOSE VIRUSES, and wasn't able to do anything about it - therefore, FIRE THEM!!



i tell them the MBAM i'm using is the free "one shot" version - but i recommend the "pay version" so its running all the time

plus, its only $25 so its cheaper than the main-line a/v out there



and they usually go for it too

(did i mention i'm an MBAM reseller!)




if they don't like MBAM, i'll usually slap on antivir

i just like it - its easy to configure - update and scan automagically w/ little-or-no end-user involvement



so... my vote is for "other"

 

[Daifne]

I trust on Norton Antivirus.

www softwareqatestings com

Good for you. I love Norton because of how much business it brings me. I wouldn't put it on any machine.

 

[nj_computer_repair]

Trojan Magnums have kept me free of viruses. No but seriously, if it's free your looking for, AVG is the best. If you are looking to protect a network of computers, Trend Micro Client/Server/Messaging is what you want.

Norton is a piece of garbage!

 

[MBF]

I'm a fan of Avira.

 

[5starpctech]

I also use the free version of Avira. I switched after AVG became bloated. The only thing I don't care about is the "nag screen" when it downloads updates. However, it is a nice little reminder that your AV is working.

 

[Emockler]

This is a moving target.
AVG was great for so long, but is becoming more bloated with it's popularity. I ran the enterprise level product for years, though. I have read about an AVG removal tool existing. ANY av that needs a removal tool would not be recommended. Norton is harder to remove than the virus sometimes.

They are using TrendMicro at my current gig, which happened to be up for renewal when I got here. Have to admit it's not as bad as I thought it would be.

Nod32 is the current choice for personal use. But you need to have a few of these in your arsenal for cleaning + MBAM.

I was recently called by the makers of a product used mostly in schools and other public sector pc's. It's Smart Shield from Centurion. At $100 per seat it's a little expensive, but it locks down system files requiring a password to install applications (or anything else). User data is saved however. The way it works is you can actually install whatever you want, but it only persists past a reboot if you unlock your pc first.


It can be controlled from a central server. I was thinking of this type of thing for those repeat offenders who insist on engaging in unsafe behavior, but can't be taught to use a VM for dangerous surfing.

I tested the trial on a VM, and a short search for windows media plugins had me infected with that nasty superduper antispymalware2009, which was gone after the reboot. so far so good....

I would like to test it some more before I recommend it, but it may be worth checking out. my trial is unfortunately over.

 

[GeeksInKhakis]

AVG (Paid Version) then McAfee...

We go one of 2 ways...

1. We resell AVG (because it's best, IMO). I've scanned drives with Norton, McAfee, Avast and then still had issues so scanned it remotely with AVG and found (and removed) more viruses and was able to boot. The AVG reseller program is good and their licensing is good. You can get 'sales' licenses that aren't tied to a single customer till you install it and get paid. Handy for tech's out in the field to carry a few licenses with them. You can also print off a full graphic 'certificate', which makes the download more legit without having a CD.

2. McAfee, if the customer is a Comcast user. It's a free download from Comcast and that makes the customer feel good. It's usually installed as part of our Virus/Spyware Removal package, which includes a virus tool assessment. And if it's free, then it will keep updating. A fully updated McAfee is better than an expired AVG/Norton/etc.

I never recommend Norton, but I often make money having to remove it after part of it breaks. Norton is too bloated and anything that so many removal tools / articles on fixing itself is bound to break. Then, you get blamed, since you 'recommended it'.

Same kind of flakiness with Trend Micro, I've had it block it's own update program and also block the entire Windows operating system shell from being able to run ANY program. On one machine, could not ran anything, all .exe's would give an error when running. Removed Trend Micro and everything went back to normal.

Anyway, that's my 2 cents worth!

- Rob

 

[GeeksInKhakis]

MBAM also...

We go one of 2 ways...

oops... we also use MBAM, not as the only defense, but as an added helper in addition to a full antivirus program.