What kind of Antivirus are you using with your 1000HE? I really what would like to know what kind of antivirus you guys are using with your new 1000HE. I am getting this Microsoft Security Alert and I would like to fix that. Any free, reliable antivirus that you know about?Thanks, Eddie What kind of Antivirus are you using with your 1000HE? I really what would like to know what kind of antivirus you guys are using with your new 1000HE. I am getting this Microsoft Security Alert... » Read More What kind of Antivirus are you using with your 1000HE? I really what would like to know what kind of antivirus you guys are using with your new 1000HE. I am getting this Microsoft Security Alert and I would like to fix that. Any free, reliable antivirus that you know about?Thanks, Eddie « Show Less
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I'm running Bit Defender, 2nd highest rated by PC World last month. three licenses for $39 direct from BD. has a 'laptop' mode for battery savings
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I have a netbook (not this one in particular) but one with like styled specs...I bought the CA Internet Security Suite Plus 2009...that I got from "FeeBAY" for $5.00 including shipping. So far no problems...but I did have to get an external drive so not sure how much of a savings it really was...........since the external drive was $65.00.
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Avira AntiVir Personal - Free Antivirus + Malwarebytes Anti-MalwareI install both on every PC I work onhttp://www.download.com/windows/security-software/stay away from Norton.it's not worth itDisable the Avira AntiVir avnotify nag screenhttp://www.elitekiller.com/files/disable_antivir_nag.htm
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I use Norton Internet Security 2009. I had an extra license as you get 3 with each purchase. I got it for $20 via pricegrabber.com. At the time, only a few security suites support 64 bit vista.The 2009 version doesn't slow down your system like previous versions of Norton. For sure, someone will say it's a resource hog. It's simply not the case for the 2009 version.
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I'm using the free version of Avast. It is highly reviewed and so far is running seamlessly. Also I loaded Spybot, since Avast does not have a malware module.
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I've purchased a few of these netbooks and they generally have some (Norton or Trend Security so far) trial addition of anti virus software installed. The first thing I do before connecting to the internet is remove whichever program is installed. Then connect to the internet and download AVG Free. Its a great program and I haven't had any issues with either XP or Windows 7.
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Sorry for the delayed response, I'm purchased the computer in 2011 and I have had it since. I have had no problems with the computer except the "A" occasionally sticks. There was a security software on there for most of the computers life but there is not one currently since I have not needed to use the computer recently. I have not any virus problems with the computer. I have had no issues with it, I just don't need it.
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No, this one is only antivirus. You'll want one of their "Security" editions instead.
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No Microsoft Office. There is a version installed, but I think it's trial or something. I put mine and it's ok. About the antivirus, it comes with McAfee, it's a 30 day trial, I'm not sure what happens after it expires, but I didn't like and I'm going to change for AVG.
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AN UPDATE: Dell must have listened to the complaints. I bought my Dell i3147 Feb 18, 2015 from Amazon and it arrived with no bloatware. Firstly, there was no McAfee AV installed. All that was there was a trial version of Office 365, which comes standard on all Win 8.1 machine courtesy of Microsoft. It was a snap to uninstall as I already have Office 2007. And there were a few Dell utilities like the auto-update, etc. Some were useful, some not. The ones I didn't want were easy to remove.In all, there were about 10 programs that came installed on my Dell 3147. Not a big deal and most were useful.But no real bloatware, to answer the OP. AN UPDATE: Dell must have listened to the complaints. I bought my Dell i3147 Feb 18, 2015 from Amazon and it arrived with no bloatware. Firstly, there was no McAfee AV installed. All that was there was a trial version of Office 365, which comes standard on all Win 8.1 machine courtesy of Microsoft. It was a snap to uninstall as I already have Office 2007. And there were a few Dell utilities like the auto-update, etc. Some were useful, some not. The ones I didn't want were easy to remove.In all, there were about 10 programs that came installed on my Dell 3147. Not a big deal and... » Read More AN UPDATE: Dell must have listened to the complaints. I bought my Dell i3147 Feb 18, 2015 from Amazon and it arrived with no bloatware. Firstly, there was no McAfee AV installed. All that was there was a trial version of Office 365, which comes standard on all Win 8.1 machine courtesy of Microsoft. It was a snap to uninstall as I already have Office 2007. And there were a few Dell utilities like the auto-update, etc. Some were useful, some not. The ones I didn't want were easy to remove.In all, there were about 10 programs that came installed on my Dell 3147. Not a big deal and most were useful.But no real bloatware, to answer the OP. « Show Less
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Fiona is right about security essentials, but you can still get free anti-virus with Avast. Works great!
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You should *have* a reputable antivirus app on your machine, but Microsoft's Windows Defender is acceptable if you would like a free, basic, easy to maintain software.Please also read the following article:Tools for a Safer PC - Krebs on Security - http://krebsonsecurity.com/tools-for-a-safer-pc/(Note that "Microsoft Security Essentials" is now known as "Windows Defender" which I referenced above.)
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Hi sijia, my issue was with the drivers/software not playing nice with my computer. I had an alien ware m17x at the time. I never pin pointed the problem but I was able to get them to work by installing the updated software from the website. However I was getting crazy errors. But I noticeed after running the installer you will have like 6 new programs under add/remove programs. So I started uninstalling one at a time and seeing when the errors stopped and when the lights would still turn on. Unfortunately I feel like everyone will have a different problem, but it's a place to start. Good luck! Hi sijia, my issue was with the drivers/software not playing nice with my computer. I had an alien ware m17x at the time. I never pin pointed the problem but I was able to get them to work by installing the updated software from the website. However I was getting crazy errors. But I noticeed after running the installer you will have like 6 new programs under add/remove programs. So I started uninstalling one at a time and seeing when the errors stopped and when the lights would still turn on. Unfortunately I feel like everyone will have a different problem, but it's a place to start. Good... » Read More Hi sijia, my issue was with the drivers/software not playing nice with my computer. I had an alien ware m17x at the time. I never pin pointed the problem but I was able to get them to work by installing the updated software from the website. However I was getting crazy errors. But I noticeed after running the installer you will have like 6 new programs under add/remove programs. So I started uninstalling one at a time and seeing when the errors stopped and when the lights would still turn on. Unfortunately I feel like everyone will have a different problem, but it's a place to start. Good luck! « Show Less
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Have you contacted Norton T/S and asked for their recommendation? I have used this tool before and it works very well particularly for removing Registry entries. However, I have only used it based on T/S's recommendations. About three to five years ago there were continmuing problems with Norton's software apps (see Customer Reviews) especially Norton Anti Virus. For me the problems always occurred after Live Up Date ran (at least monthly). When I called T/S their solution was always 1. Uninstall the software using Add/Remove Programs in Control Panel, 2. Run the Norton Removal Tool, 3. Re-Install the software appllication. Starting in 2009 Norton has resolved those problems and my experience has been to just install the new software (the removal tool is not needed). I recently received an e-mail from Norton that provided me with a website that would allow me to update and use NIS 2011 for the remaining subscription time on my NIS 2010. Here is the URL http://updatecenter.Norton.com/manual/AutoDetect While the NIS 2011 installation program was executing I did notice that one of the program steps was "Uninstalling previous version." I recently purchased my NIS 2011 from Amazon. When my NIS 2010 subscription expires I'll just enter the product key for NIS 2011 and I'll have a smooth migration. Bill Atlanta GA
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If I'm not mistaken, I believe it was McAfee. I didn't pay a lot of attention as I prefer and use a different program. I addition, it has all the windows security apps - i.e. defender and firewall for example.
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I also use Firefox and Kaspersky. I am on a Windows PC with Windows 7. With any Antivirus doesn't detect everything. There is still Spyware, Malware and other bad things out there that Kaspersky doesn't find. It is impossible to keep up with all of the "Bad People" out there. We're talking for every 1 Person working at Kaspersky there might be 50 "Bad People" writing Bad stuff to infect Your Computer. I think its a good idea to have something external to help.
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For me, I use both, antivirus for virus and malware for ad-ware stuff. However, you should check with you professional contacts.
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hi there, it will check some issues your pc may have but its main object is antivirus, if u wish to maintain your machine you can do it but I would suggest something like tuneup. On the other hand if you get this one u pay for an antivirus (that u need anyway) and it may solve any errors u see now. your choice good luck
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It's a windows 8 OS. Yes, you need an antivirus, just as with any computer connected to the internet.
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Windows 8.1 includes very basic virus protection in the form of Windows Defender, it is not a comprehensive solution but it should suffice for most basic users.
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We use AVG... Very few problems; if any.. We update every day...... hope this helps...