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    What is the best anti-virus software for Vista 64bit?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Baretta, Dec 8, 2007.

  1. Baretta

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    I'm getting a new laptop in January with Vista 64 bit installed. Any suggestions as to the one which catches the most viruses/malware? :confused:
     
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    Cheers!

    This marries up with what I've heard so far: a toss up between Kaspersky, Nod32 and Avira. Any preference? Note I am going to be running Vista 64 bit and not XP 64 bit if that makes a difference?
     
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    The last one (AntiVir) is free.
     
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    I was using NOD32 with Vista 64...it was the first (or one of them) certified for it..
     
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    I am using Avira with Vista x64 (system in signature).

    It has worked flawlessly so far.

    Regards,
    Paolo
     
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    Avira is a good one...I have it on three other laptops in the house, NOD32 on this one.
     
    theZoid, Dec 9, 2007
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