My new computer - Windows 8. This will be the first Internet Security program to install. Does Window 8 have protection already that needs to uninstalled? How?
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I'm not positive, since I use Windows 7. If Windows 8 has anti-virus protection, and I think it does, it would be called Microsoft Security Essentials. If it's installed, it MUST be removed before installing Norton Internet Security. To do so, go to the Control Panel. Then click on Add/Remove Programs and uninstall Microsoft Security Essentials. Once done, immediately install Norton Internet Security. Hope this helps. Tony
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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.)
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I'm sorry but can't help you with regards to Windows 8 or Mac, but I was able to uninstall it without any problems on Win XP - and the new AV immediately picked up a trojan and a couple of minor bugs that Webroot never blinked at.
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I would assume so, it does come with Window's defender, but I have used Avast and other free antivirus and they have worked well.
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Sarah. The computer does have a very large hard drive :-) and the operating system is Windows 8. The windows 8 take a bit of getting use to but it is alright. I would recommend that you put anti virus and anti malware on the computer when you get it. The one I got was called Panda internet security. It is not free however.
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Yes, Norton 360 includes internet security. But this product is too intrusive for most users and in my opinion, Norton Internet Security 2010 is a superior program in all ways.
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It did not come with any 3rd party antivirus programs. I however use Microsoft Security Essentials on Windows 7 (free with valid Windows copy).
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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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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.
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James R. is not totally correct. According to Microsoft's own web site, Security Essentials is NOT compatible with Windows 8, which is the software on the laptop we are discussing. Here is the info from the web site:Microsoft Security Essentials is an antivirus software that provides protection against different types of malware such as viruses, spyware, rootkits and Trojan horses. It runs on Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7, but not on Windows 8.Windows Defender is the anti-virus software that comes with Windows 8. But my McAfee catches things that Defender didn't so I disabled Defender and use McAfee which I paid for. James R. is not totally correct. According to Microsoft's own web site, Security Essentials is NOT compatible with Windows 8, which is the software on the laptop we are discussing. Here is the info from the web site:Microsoft Security Essentials is an antivirus software that provides protection against different types of malware such as viruses, spyware, rootkits and Trojan horses. It runs on Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7, but not on Windows 8.Windows Defender is the anti-virus software that comes with Windows 8. But my McAfee catches things that Defender... » Read More James R. is not totally correct. According to Microsoft's own web site, Security Essentials is NOT compatible with Windows 8, which is the software on the laptop we are discussing. Here is the info from the web site:Microsoft Security Essentials is an antivirus software that provides protection against different types of malware such as viruses, spyware, rootkits and Trojan horses. It runs on Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7, but not on Windows 8.Windows Defender is the anti-virus software that comes with Windows 8. But my McAfee catches things that Defender didn't so I disabled Defender and use McAfee which I paid for. « Show Less
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The paperwork that came with it reflected up through Windows 8. Pretty easy to install using the minidisk that came with it. Nothing to uninstall if your PC has Wi-Fi already installed, then it would be unnecessary, unless you are looking for more speed.
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Billp studios produces Winpatrol. Many people like it, some don't. It can protect you from registry changes attempted by malware, but it also can pop up and bug you about programs that are legitimate. It is not an anti virus program though. If you really want good protection and utilities that keep things working well. Buy Norton anti virus and Norton Utilities. They are separate programs. I avoid the other Norton products, like their norton 360 etc. as they don't do as good a job and are too complicated.
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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.
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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?
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You are probably going to pay for the product cd one way or another. I would go directly to Bitdefender, or look on Amazon for the best deal from Bitdefender for the machines you want to cover with the Total Security Suite and get the CD so you have it. I am sure that you can go to the Bitdefender site and with a credit card and/or PayPal, or the Amazon equivalent of PayPal, you can download the product and the key with delivery of the CD in the mail. I assume this. One key applies to the package you are purchasing...that is, the same key for the three machines, etc. They have a new downloadable version for the Windows 8 and 8.1 environment that works very well, and when the 8.1 environment is released in October, they will be up to speed with that release as well. I think Bitdefender realizes that they have a great product and will do everything in their power to maintain their foothold in the Internet security market protection arena. I hope that this helps you.
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It had McAfee (I believe) installed. We uninstalled it and installed another antivirus program that we prefer.
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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.