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Discussion in 'Security and Privacy' started by rondom, 2011/08/15.

  1. 2011/08/15
    rondom

    rondom Well-Known Member Thread Starter

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    I have been using McAfee Internet Security Suite since I bought a new laptop with windows 7. I will come up for renewal and I am asking if you think I should continue with it? I have had no issues in 6 months. I also have a desktop with windows XP and the security is Microsoft security essentials.


    I also have no problems with Security Essentials in a year. McAfee is about $80 and Security Essentials is free.

    Any comments are appreciated.
     
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    wildfire

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    IMHO McAfee is bloatware, MSE works well for me (along with some common sense). My advice is to ditch McAfee or Norton/Symantec products and rely mainly on the grey matter in your head.

    However, at the end of the day it is your choice. ;)
     
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    MrBill

    MrBill SuperGeek WindowsBBS Team Member

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    Got to agree with Wildfire. I have used both Norton and McCrappy. Both have burned me. I used AVG Free for years and never got burned. I now use MSE on all 5 of my PC's and so do lots of people that I know.
     
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    The new Norton is not a system hog and is rated by many security experts as the best out there. I have used Norton Security Suite for two years now and will renew it next month when it comes up for renewal. It gives me peace of mind to know that I'm using the best there is.
     
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    wildfire

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    It would be interesting to see some links to reviews from experts that back that statement up leushino. I'm not saying that your post is incorrect (though I've heard differently).

    At the end of the day though it is each individuals choice as to what security they run, all I ask is they know how to use it effectively.
     
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    leushino

    leushino Well-Known Member

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    Here are a few:

    Seth Roseblatt: http://download.cnet.com/Norton-Internet-Security-2011/3000-18510_4-10592551.html

    PCMag: http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2368876,00.asp

    Techtree: http://www.techtree.com/India/Reviews/Norton_Internet_Security_Suite_2011/551-113018-539.html

    Consumer Search: http://www.consumersearch.com/antivirus-software

    Firewall Guide: http://www.firewallguide.com/suites.htm#Top_Security_Suites

    I agree with your last statement: that at the end of the day it's really a matter of personal choice and opinion (based upon whatever research one can do). I've had BitDefender, NOD 32, McAfee, AVG, Inoculate It (from way back), CA, Trend Micro, Kaspersky, and F-Secure provided by my ISP (all of these over many years of course). I've had no issues with the current Norton suite whatsoever. It's easy to install, scans quickly, does not give a bunch of false positives as some do, and as I mentioned, gives me peace of mind that my paid-for security is about as robust as it can get. BUT... to each his own. I'm just presenting my version of things. All the best.
     
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    leushino Well-Known Member

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    There's also an interesting article posted by Rubenking here:

    http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2369749,00.asp

    which discusses boot time and drag on the system. A quote from that article: Despite being a "mega-suite ", Norton 360 had no measureable impact on several of my performance tests.
     
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    Evan Omo

    Evan Omo Computer Support Technician Staff

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    Hi rondom. I gotta agree with wildfire and MrBill. I was never a Norton or Mcafee fan simply because they were resource hogs and they were very expensive. I've had some computer clients get burned out of $80.00 simply because they thought they had to pay for security software.

    I've been using MSE since it came out and I've never turned back. IMO I would never pay for security software simply because if there are free alternatives that do just as good of a job at protecting someones system as the paid counterparts then you don't need to waste your money on them.

    Also if you are somewhat internet and computer savy and you practice safe browsing habits then the free security programs are all you need which would also include the default Windows Firewall.

    @leushino good point. For some people like yourself if paying for security programs gives you peace of mind then more power to you. ;) Thats what makes us all unique since we make our own choices and have different opinions and ways of doing things.
     
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  10. 2011/08/16
    rondom

    rondom Well-Known Member Thread Starter

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    Thank you for all the replies, I expect to go with MSE as I have had over 1 year succesful experience with it.

    If I want to download MSE how do I do it, must I first uninstall McAfee?

    Thank you.
     
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    wildfire

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    Always best to only have one AV installed (they conflict with each other).

    Keep McAfee running until you download MSE from Microsoft

    Once downloaded, disconnect from the internet (or any network you may be using). Uninstall McAfee (use their removal tool How to uninstall or reinstall supported McAfee consumer products using the McAfee Consumer Products Removal tool (MCPR.exe)), Install MSE and then connect to the internet and get updates.

    @Leushino...

    If Norton or Symantec are that good why (like McAfee) do they need specialist removal tools when few others do.
     
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    :cool:
     
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    MrBill

    MrBill SuperGeek WindowsBBS Team Member

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    When you go to install MSE, it will tell you to uninstall any other AV program you have.
     
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    Evan Omo

    Evan Omo Computer Support Technician Staff

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    Also MSE will ask you to enable the Windows Firewall so go ahead and make sure the Windows Firewall is running after MSE finishes installing.
     
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  15. 2011/08/17
    rondom

    rondom Well-Known Member Thread Starter

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    Great information guys. I went to just look at install of MSE and see 2 downloads.
    One looks like x86 and the other amd64. I have Windows 7 so I think the x86 is what I should use. Correct?

    File Name Size
    enus\amd64\mseinstall.exe 9.0 MB Download
    enus\x86\mseinstall.exe 7.0 MB
     
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    Evan Omo

    Evan Omo Computer Support Technician Staff

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    Are you running the 32-bit or the 64-bit version of Windows 7? To find out what version of Windows 7 you are running click Start< Right click on My Computer and click Properties. It will tell you what version of Windows you have.

    If you are running the 32-bit version of Windows 7 then download the x86 version of MSE. If you are running the 64-bit version of Windows 7 then download the x64 version of MSE.
     
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  17. 2011/08/18
    rondom

    rondom Well-Known Member Thread Starter

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    I have 64 bit version. Does that mean I should use,
    enus\amd64\mseinstall.exe 9.0 MB Download? Even though it says amd64?
     
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    rsinfo

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    All 64 bits are the same for Windows. X64 [Intel] or AMD64 are the same thing.
     
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    rondom

    rondom Well-Known Member Thread Starter

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    Thank you all. Followed all your instructions and working well with MSE after removing McAfee.
     
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    Evan Omo

    Evan Omo Computer Support Technician Staff

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    Awesome. Thanks for the update. :)
     
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