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    Preinstalled Mcafee

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by robcope, Jan 8, 2012.

  1. robcope

    robcope Notebook Evangelist

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    Is anyone actually using it other than me? If not, what are you using and why aren't you using it?

    Thx, Rob
     
    robcope, Jan 8, 2012
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  2. toronto

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    I uninstalled it. If I do decide to use a paid anti-virus, I wouldn't choose McAfee as it has become something of a hog. I'm using Windows Security Essentials. I've also use Avast on other systems and am happy with it as well.
     
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  3. robcope

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    We use security essentials on all the computers in the house except mine. Your answer is exactly what I expected. Do you think there is any need for a better firewall than widows provides?
     
    robcope, Jan 8, 2012
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    I'm using it. I'll wait for it to expire before purchasing the latest KIS.
     
    skullverine, Jan 8, 2012
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  5. robcope

    robcope Notebook Evangelist

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    Latest KIS?
     
    robcope, Jan 8, 2012
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    KIS = "Kaspersky Internet Security", I have the 2012 Version, I get it free from my Bank, I have been using it for a few years now and i have had zero virus problems, I do also do periodic scans using other malware scanners.

    John.

     
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    Ive been using Trend Titanium, as my ISP provides it for free. Starts quickly and not too much of a hog
     
    Ronbo696, Jan 8, 2012
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  8. toronto

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    Windows Security Essentials provides some protection against malware and intrusions beyond just pure anti-virus. If your computer is behind a router, and you're reasonably careful, it's likely all you need.
     
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    Webroot SecureAnywhere Essentials. Scans take about 2mins.
     
    solat152, Jan 8, 2012
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  10. robcope

    robcope Notebook Evangelist

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    John, After I posted I realized what it was. Oh, ya, she's hot lol
     
    robcope, Jan 8, 2012
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    I just use Microsoft Security Essentials. I never bought into the whole "Internet Security" packages. In my experience they do more harm than good (I'm looking at you, Symantec). I've also never had a virus on my PC, but I also do not download unknown software or open unknown attachments.
     
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    I'm using MSE because it seems more efficient than McAfee.
     
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    microsoft security essentials is more than enough for 99% of all users
     
    Squeeker the Cat, Jan 8, 2012
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