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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M., I just spoke to ASUS and they do NOT recommend an upgrade to the 1000he. They will not get into Mhz that I can use, just simply state "The 1000he comes with 1GB 667Mhz. We do not recommend you upgrade to 2GB or change the Mhz. ANY upgrades to the system will void it's warrenty."Can you give me any argument on this?
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It worked for me. But was a bit of a pain to get it to work. Had to install a few times... Just make sure you have enough space on your computer to run the programs. And I ran a virus check on my comp before installing, to be safe. But it works beautifully for me now! Couldn't be happier! :) Don't bother asking the Microsoft people at the store to help either. They were useless. She googled my question. (Like I hadn't done that at home first) Idiots.
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John, yesterday MS released 8.1 and I got the upgrade. Make sure your version of minecraft or any other game app can support 8.1. I do know this quad-core GW has never stalled opending up numerous apps, more business intensive apps, such as Quick Books, MS Access, and several open web apps. I personally have not had any stalling or jitter. I was even running a Netflix movie while working on several other business apps. I doubt that you will have any issues. I know that many run minecraft on slower dual core processors with no problems. Again, verify that your game apps truly are Windows 8.1 supported. The PC is windows 8, but the upgrade to windows 8.1 was released yesterday AM. John, yesterday MS released 8.1 and I got the upgrade. Make sure your version of minecraft or any other game app can support 8.1. I do know this quad-core GW has never stalled opending up numerous apps, more business intensive apps, such as Quick Books, MS Access, and several open web apps. I personally have not had any stalling or jitter. I was even running a Netflix movie while working on several other business apps. I doubt that you will have any issues. I know that many run minecraft on slower dual core processors with no problems. Again, verify that your game apps truly are Windows 8.1... » Read More John, yesterday MS released 8.1 and I got the upgrade. Make sure your version of minecraft or any other game app can support 8.1. I do know this quad-core GW has never stalled opending up numerous apps, more business intensive apps, such as Quick Books, MS Access, and several open web apps. I personally have not had any stalling or jitter. I was even running a Netflix movie while working on several other business apps. I doubt that you will have any issues. I know that many run minecraft on slower dual core processors with no problems. Again, verify that your game apps truly are Windows 8.1 supported. The PC is windows 8, but the upgrade to windows 8.1 was released yesterday AM. « Show Less
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I don't remember, I guess it came with McAfee free by a month, as usual in almost all Asus laptops. Now I'm using AVG free. Luck.
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Thats an interesting question. I don't see that in the product description. What makes you think that an external hard drive would have antivirus protection? As far as i know its just a harddrive.
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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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You need to buy an antivirus regardless of the machine youre getting. Unless ur os is linux, even Mac OS whatever needs an AV now.
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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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Wary for what reason? I honestly don't know what version it is or how exactly to check, but I am curious about 'wary'. If I discover how to check or the spec sheet, I will edit this to reflect that.
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No, not that i remember. they may be a free trial or something. I´ve always gone with AVG free protection. check it out
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You usually don't need an antivirus. I use history eraser &advanced; task killer on the regular &it; seems to keep my phone clean.
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No, this one is only antivirus. You'll want one of their "Security" editions instead.
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It does't come with pre-loaded anti virus software. You'll have to purchase and install one.
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Hi I had to contact Customer Services, which, at best, is hit and miss and at worst is an appalling experience Beware of their tendancy to try and sell you "essential clearing of numerous viruses from your infected computer" I use Windows Defender, CCleaner and Malwarebytes, all free to download, I binned Mcafee Good luck
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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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James R. is not totally correct. According to Microsoft's own web site, Security Essentials is NOT compatible with Windows 8, which is the software on the laptop we are discussing. Here is the info from the web site:Microsoft Security Essentials is an antivirus software that provides protection against different types of malware such as viruses, spyware, rootkits and Trojan horses. It runs on Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7, but not on Windows 8.Windows Defender is the anti-virus software that comes with Windows 8. But my McAfee catches things that Defender didn't so I disabled Defender and use McAfee which I paid for. James R. is not totally correct. According to Microsoft's own web site, Security Essentials is NOT compatible with Windows 8, which is the software on the laptop we are discussing. Here is the info from the web site:Microsoft Security Essentials is an antivirus software that provides protection against different types of malware such as viruses, spyware, rootkits and Trojan horses. It runs on Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7, but not on Windows 8.Windows Defender is the anti-virus software that comes with Windows 8. But my McAfee catches things that Defender... » Read More James R. is not totally correct. According to Microsoft's own web site, Security Essentials is NOT compatible with Windows 8, which is the software on the laptop we are discussing. Here is the info from the web site:Microsoft Security Essentials is an antivirus software that provides protection against different types of malware such as viruses, spyware, rootkits and Trojan horses. It runs on Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7, but not on Windows 8.Windows Defender is the anti-virus software that comes with Windows 8. But my McAfee catches things that Defender didn't so I disabled Defender and use McAfee which I paid for. « Show Less