Virus suggestion

[pc-rebuilders]

I have a company that has about a dozen systems running Win 7&8. No server because everything they do is web based. They want virus protection and I'm curious as to what you might suggest. I know there are several choices, IE: Norton, Macafee, Kaspersky, Security essentials etc. Out of those choices, I personally would only use the last one, Security essentials. Your vote?
Another note-they upload several images a day per system!

 

[ComputerRepairTech]

kaspersky or bitdefender...kaspersky is a lil better at protecting people from themselves but far more annoying when custom software is involved. I use bitdefender myself.

Edit: which av are you reselling now?

 

[Martyn]

Out of those Kaspersky. Microsoft Security Essentials is coming to an end I think I saw on here. Also it's only for up to 10 users.

 

[joydivision]

ESET is also a another good choice

 

[YeOldeStonecat]

MSE only licensed for Small Biz's of up to 10x computers...do if you have a dozen, you're breaking Microsofts licensing rules.

Eset
Kaspersky
BitDefender are my votes.

 

[cypress]

I would also add Malware Bytes PRO with whichever Antivirus you decide.

 

[TechLady]

I would also add Malware Bytes PRO with whichever Antivirus you decide.

I second this. Also, the new Cryptolocker virus blows right past Microsoft Security Essentials, which I say is reason enough to not even think about it.

 

[LedHed]

I use and recommend Eset Nod32 and Malware Bytes Pro.

 

[realray]

Agree

I use and recommend Eset Nod32 and Malware Bytes Pro.

 

[frederick]

Eset, bitdefender, and kaspersky.

Trend micro is eh...

 

[AlaDes]

I've been leaning towards managed AV lately, even for my residential customers. Not only does vipre mav have customization, but it also detects conduit as malware natively. Beyond MAV, I'm a Kaspersky fan.

 

[AlaDes]

I second this. Also, the new Cryptolocker virus blows right past Microsoft Security Essentials, which I say is reason enough to not even think about it.

Viruses and malware blow by any of them from time to time. I explain this to my clients all the time in the way of real world viruses. You can't come up with a vaccine until the virus has been caught by at least one person.

 

[AndyM]

If it's a stand-a-lone install, then ESET You'll need the business solution, which is available in licenses of 5x, so you'll need to license for 15 machines. It also has a Management Console that can run on any Windows rig (you don't need a windows server, just a desktop). ESET lets you screw down the config so that they can't override anything.

In terms of managed anti virus, then BitDefender. I'm using a combination of AVG (for Joe public), and BitDefender through my MSP for businesses.

I haven't tried Kaspersky.

Andy

 

[altrenda]

I second this. Also, the new Cryptolocker virus blows right past Microsoft Security Essentials, which I say is reason enough to not even think about it.

Is there an AV that prevents Cryptolocker from running when the link is clicked in the email?
Nicks program stops files from being encrypted, but is anyone out there claiming to catch it before its run?

 

[TechLady]

Is there an AV that prevents Cryptolocker from running when the link is clicked in the email?
Nicks program stops files from being encrypted, but is anyone out there claiming to catch it before its run?

Yes, word is Avast and Malwarebytes Pro are catching it.

Also I realize no AV is perfect but MSE doesn't even try.

 

[YeOldeStonecat]

Is there an AV that prevents Cryptolocker from running when the link is clicked in the email?
Nicks program stops files from being encrypted, but is anyone out there claiming to catch it before its run?

It depends on the variant. No antivirus is 100%. Right now..right this minute...one or two AV products may stop some variants..but within the next hour an other variant or several are released...and now no AV products detect that one for a day or two...and then a couple may stop it tomorrow. But don't forget..each hour new variants come out. Constant cat 'n mouse game.

Our mail scanner for our filtering services uses Kaspersky as its secondary engine, and it's been going crazy baggin' them. They're flying around via e-mail like crazy lately via phish spam. Last week I saw one make it to my inbox..so that one slipped through Kaspersky.

 

[Go-To Gordon]

I have a new small office client that I plan to move from avast to bitdefender. I usually up sell malwarebytes pro to everyone though not sure if I should this time. anyone care to comment? I saw the post earlier about mbam pro and I tend to agree but seems bitdefender is pretty good on it's own.

 

[Go-To Gordon]

oh and are y'all using Bitdefender Small Business Security Pack?

 

[AlaDes]

I have a new small office client that I plan to move from avast to bitdefender. I usually up sell malwarebytes pro to everyone though not sure if I should this time. anyone care to comment? I saw the post earlier about mbam pro and I tend to agree but seems bitdefender is pretty good on it's own.

Honestly, I try to upsell MBam pro to every one of my clients, regardless of whether or not the purchase a paid for antivirus. It tends to catch malware and the antivirus catches viruses.

 

[ohio_grad_06]

Granted if they are running avast free I see what you are saying. However I run avast free on my gaming box at home. Once tried bir defender and found I liked avast better. Even their free version has options to create a bootable cd or flash drive to scan another system with. Plus even the free one has some tyo e of remote assistance module built in for remote desktop. Gotta say I might consider upgrading avast to their managed version.