Anti-virus software: Does anyone know if the Asus 1005HA comes preinstalled with anti-virus software or whether a unique version of such software is used for netbooks?
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I got the XP version of this netbook back in July. I'm drawing a blank on whether any virus software was included. I'm tempted to say there was a demo version of Norton. Any anti-virus software should work. I'm currently running BitDefender 2010, but I'm not sure if I'd recommend it. I had no trouble with 2009 with the Windows 7 RC. 2010 is giving me frequent Report Wizards to report what made BitDefender encountered a critical error - on both my desktop and netbook. It seems to be Flash or Java related. I've also had serious trouble with PC Tools. It would automatically start scanning in the background and not release resources - more than one version. Made my desktop crawl. Solution was always to re-install. I would recommend going to different web sites and try out demo versions of software. With BitDefender, I did use the trial version of 2009. When 2010 was released, my subscription included the upgrade. However, if Windows 7 says there is a compatibility issue or known issue with any software, you better listen. When I was using Windows 7 RC, MicroTrend didn't have a Win7 version yet, and Win7 warned me of known issues. I'm glad Windows 7 has a system restore to restore the PC to a point before changes where made. ...like before installing MicroTrend Anti-Virus. :) They do have a Windows 7 version now.
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Yes, I've purchased one recently and it comes with the McAfee Antivirus software, free for 60 days. I bought it back in May. It's about to expire. Due to cost of today's Antivirus software I will probably search for a free version. Microsoft has Microsoft Essentials which is free and works pretty well.
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I had no problems installing mine. Be sure to determine if your model uses DDR2 or DDR3 memory. If you log onto Crucial.com with the netbook they will check it for compatible memory and tell you exactly what is needed. Kingston may do the same but I only use Crucial memory sticks.
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I dunno about ASUS, but it seems you almost always see Norton preloaded on things... I guess I've seen McAffee sometimes too, but eh. I tend to uninstall it and install ESET NOD32 first thing when I get it, because I greatly prefer it to either of those.
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This unit doesn't require any additional virus protection software. The protection is built-in the OS with automatic updates.
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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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I use Kaspersky Internet Security on my Vista laptop. It works great but at one time for some reason Id get blue screens and Vista said Kaspersky was the cause. What I did was go to the repair-uninstall feature and did the repair and its worked fine since then. I also use nod32. Both Kaspersky and nod32 are very highly rated but I think nod32 is supposed to use less system resources and may be a better choice if you dont have a high performance computer. I found a good deal on nod32 but honestly if you wait and look around you should be able to find Kaspersky for a free after rebate price.
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this is not complete, only anti-virus.... works with XP. if u need complete, buy the total protection.
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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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It comes with some trial antivirus software like McAffee I think. I personaly uninstalled it, and left the Windows antivirus (now part of Windows Defender, in windows 8).
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if you mean antivirus, just choose your preference, I downloaded AVG and it has worked perfectly ..
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Windows 7 was installed. Like any other computer "off the shelf" you are on your own for anti-virus. I use the AVG free version, myself, and have never had any problems.
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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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Doesn't come with one, but you don't need one. From the product description above: "The Eee PC 1005PR-P makes system reinstallation simple with a built-in recovery program that can restore your system to its original factory settings by simply pressing F9 three times during start-up. Coupled with ASUS WebStorage, you can easily back-up your data prior to system recovery to pick up wherever you leave off without a hitch." Same instructions in the manual. Makes sense to me. After all, the netbook doesn't come with a cd/dvd reader. They sort of have to presume you don't necessarily own one (even though it is rather silly not to).
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i have the exact same question, and the only things i noticed different is the information next to the name in the accer page: Aspire One 722 AO722-BZ454 (LU.SFT02.002): Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium - 64-bit version - AMD C-Series Processor C-50 (1.0GHz, 1MB L2 cache) - 2GB DDR3 Single-Channel Memory... (beyond that point is the same in both netbooks). Aspire One 722AO722-BZ197 (LU.SFT02.068) Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium - 64-bit version - AMD Dual-Core Processor C-50 (1MB x 2 L2 cache, 1.0GHz) - 2GB DDR3 SDRAM... if somebody knows anything else, please let us know.
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I don't remember what virus software came with the netbook but maybe the printer would be better if you used firefox instead of explorer for the Internet?
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No, not to my knowledge. I have had to update manually over the existing version and the new version will uninstall the previous version. It's free but does not do it like Avast Professional which makes it quick and painless. At the moment Bit Defender is number one so that is why I am using it. Avast has a nice feature also that I like which is the boot time scan. But people with Bit Defender has been pretty good for all my users. Here are the instructions on how to upgrade the bit defender internet security. Its free of charge http://www.bitdefender.com/support/how-to-upgrade-for-free-from-an-older-version-to-the-new-bitdefender--711.html