Which is better, Kaspersky PURE or Norton Security?
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Kaspersky updates more often and allows customization of scanning, and if you are a gamer it is less resource intense. Which means more RAM for you to use.
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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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I wouldnt use Norton at all! I had problem with the install on my brand new computer, contacted them and they wanted to. Harge me $70 to fix their problem! I ended up purchasing Webroot and am very happy!
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If your looking for overall total security then this Bitedefender total is for you! I have used it on 2 laptops now one with Windows 7 and the other with Windows 8. I am very happy with all of the features that they offer, and it's superior antivirus protection. To top it off this is a 2 year protection plan, it updates so your not buying another new program next year!!! I bought this to replace Kaspersky, and within hours I was impressed at the amount of viruses , Trojans, and malware that Bitedefender removed. And it doesn't slow your computer or laptop down like Norton 360 did to mine. Overall I give this a 10 out of 10 stars and will only purchase Bitedefender products. FYI, if your replacing a Norton product please download the Norton removal tool found online. No matter the choice of new product, it will not install and operate correctly unless Norton is 100% removed! Good luck!
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This Value Edition is for 2 year vs the regular Bitdefender Total Security 2013 for 1 year
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There are 2 great free online very reputable forms of security you can get just by obtaining the free version. 1). AVG AntiVirus Free Edition 2015 which offers free updates daily as well as a expanded AVG for as low as $19.99 on occasion for a year of added protection. Then there is 2). Malwarebytes which is a 2nd form of added protection from Malware which is also free and updates are added before each running of the program. We use both and our wifi providers security suite firewall protection.
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Only if you go directly to the McAfee site, I believe. That said, I've tried Norton as well as several other internet security programs. McAfee has always performed well for me, and for the money, cannot be beat.
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Kaspersky's "Internet Security" (usually more expensive) is an fancier version of "Anti-Virus" (usually cheaper). You pick one or the other, do not purchase both. This website shows the differences: http://usa.kaspersky.com/renewal/home-user-renewals Oddly, the back of the Anti-Virus box has a more better breakdown of the differences. I don't know why they don't put that on their website.
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Hi Sherry... Internet Security is better than the Antivirus version... there's only one reason why and that is because the Internet Security version also has a firewall to protect you from hackers trying to get into your computer directly. The real purpose of the Antivirus version are for systems that are not connected to the internet 24 hours/day.
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I have used Total Protection for years and I can assure you I receive updates automatically and frequently thereby keeping my 2014 edition current against new threats. I would use the 2014 to save the money. McAfee will keep it current.
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I believe that "smart security" edition has a broader spectrum of protection that just the antivirus; the antivirus being the centerpoint of the SS edition, but I don't know this for sure. I have found the antivirus to be adequate without further protection. Always remember that increased security means committing more of your computer's resources to that security. In programs like Norton and AVG, this cuts down on performance and subjugates your computer to those security programs.
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While it comes with the a free trial for Norton, there are several free anti-virus programs available. I personally use McAfee which also contains anti-spamware. It works best for me.
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It comes with Norton Internet Security software preinstalled but it only gives you a short trial period before asking you to renew. There are several free applications that you can use if you don't want to dish out the extra cash to renew.
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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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on the norton website it says this package and Win 7 are "made for each other"
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I don't know, but this shouldn't be an issue because AVG free edition is vastly superior to both McAfee and Norton and doesn't cost a dime!
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With Norton 36o you get 2 GB online backup , and with premier you get 25 GB online backup. No nasty popups you need to buy more backup. Norton will also try to help more if you get problems like I had a few times. good Luck