Does it come with a virus protection? If no, what is recommended?
787310
Windows 8.1 includes very basic virus protection in the form of Windows Defender, it is not a comprehensive solution but it should suffice for most basic users.
1954050
I do not know, I do not understand your question sorry. All I can tell you is that since I have avast PRO in my computer I am safe and no viruses. I have it for several years already. I also have it installed in my outlook and in my google chrome and I am happy.
782568
Mine came with a free 30 day trial of Microsoft Office, McAfee Antivirus Trial, and Windows 7 Home Premium. That's about it.
1636090
does not come with antivirus or data protection. The button is for auto back up, which I don't use. I do it myself and don't use the button or software.
1143471
No office suite, maybe a trial though. You can always download Open Office(.org) if you need a cheap alternative. As for virus protection, it's built into the Windows 8. Truth is you don't need much other than that these days. Updates for the virus scanner are automatic.
1611280
No, not installed with any extra programs, just the operating programs, Windows 8, which takes a little getting use to, after awhile you'll like it. Has some TRIAL programs like McAfee Virus, but all other programs you'll have to load, can do from old MS disc, or load from online sources, of course at a price 00 Cheers, Charlie
1715064
You should *have* a reputable antivirus app on your machine, but Microsoft's Windows Defender is acceptable if you would like a free, basic, easy to maintain software.Please also read the following article:Tools for a Safer PC - Krebs on Security - http://krebsonsecurity.com/tools-for-a-safer-pc/(Note that "Microsoft Security Essentials" is now known as "Windows Defender" which I referenced above.)
1592551
Like all Windows computers, it has Windows Defender built in. Alternative software, such as Norton, Kaspersky, or Trend Micro are not included, unless you buy this as a bundle.
1371007
It comes with Norton Trial pack. Free anti virus software may be downloaded from cnet.com.
1016896
Yes Windows XP installed ready to go . We do not provide any virus protection or any additional software. But the OS and device drivers are installed before it leaves our shop.
19564
I do not have (because I have not seen a need for) an external anti-virus program. But, I am sure someone else's opinion would be that you do need one.
1925693
yes it does, but anti virus and windows office are trial periods of 30 days. buy new instead of refurbished. had to send mine back and it was replaced, took almost 4 weeks.
1654461
Norton always interferes with apps. Use free AVAST. It's recommended by IT specialist. I never had a problem with a virus.
1715065
You should *have* a reputable antivirus app on your machine, but Microsoft's Windows Defender is acceptable if you would like a free, basic, easy to maintain software. Please also read the following article: Tools for a Safer PC - Krebs on Security - http://krebsonsecurity.com/tools-for-a-safer-pc/ (Note that "Microsoft Security Essentials" is now known as "Windows Defender" which I referenced above.)
2191840
It came with a trial of Norton, but i recommend AVG (which has a free version you can get from www.download.com)
749302
It comes with windows. You will need to purchase, as I did, Microsoft office. The laptop also came with anti-virus software.
1642836
It came without an antivirus program but since you probably want to upgrade up from buggy XP why not switch to Ubuntu and eliminate the need for an antivirus program?