Do I need to buy virus protection for this modelNE56R31u
1715062
You need to buy an antivirus regardless of the machine youre getting. Unless ur os is linux, even Mac OS whatever needs an AV now.
1715063
There are 2 great free online very reputable forms of security you can get just by obtaining the free version. 1). AVG AntiVirus Free Edition 2015 which offers free updates daily as well as a expanded AVG for as low as $19.99 on occasion for a year of added protection. Then there is 2). Malwarebytes which is a 2nd form of added protection from Malware which is also free and updates are added before each running of the program. We use both and our wifi providers security suite firewall protection.
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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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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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Anti-Virus software has always been seperate, the fact that this is made by Microsoft makes no difference. It will never come included with the OS because Microsoft would be accused of using their monopoly to force their anti-virus on users. You can argue that anti-virus should be included for free, but thats never going to happen. You can also only have one anti-virus running at a time. However this is actualy a rip off for a different reason. They are discontinuing the service in June so its a waist of money. Buy NOD32 or Kaspersky instead (I don't trust Norton and Mcafee)
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It comes with some trial antivirus software like McAffee I think. I personaly uninstalled it, and left the Windows antivirus (now part of Windows Defender, in windows 8).
328403
Yeah before doing so you should install a anti-virus system probably Webroot is the best. The only reason you should install a anti-virus is so you won't end up having a virus like I did.
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No . I gave this to my Wife she uses it to go on line a lot ,using WIFI when she is away from her computer.I'm sure you will not pick up a Virus as long as you use trusted sites. I Hope this helps you.
776361
Hello, The computer comes with a trial MCafee version, but is is only valid for one month, after that you have to buy a Antivirus
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I have a netbook (not this one in particular) but one with like styled specs...I bought the CA Internet Security Suite Plus 2009...that I got from "FeeBAY" for $5.00 including shipping. So far no problems...but I did have to get an external drive so not sure how much of a savings it really was...........since the external drive was $65.00.
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sorry it took longer than expected to answer. I ran a virus scan and a malware scan and the system is clean. No viruses and no malware whatsoever. You're good to go!
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not necessarily, it might just be the latest version of the software, but with Norton u can never be sure! i would advise caution when buying this brand make sure it has a disk in the box for loading software and never download this or any trial version from a web site. doesn't recognize viruses attached to it's self.
1945113
Well I hope I could help but to be frank, my has never given me such problem since I bought it. It has lasted for some months now and it is still up and running as if it is still new. you need check to see if virus isn't in the system
899558
I am not real sure because when I received my computer I automatically had whatever came with this computer removed as far as the programs and had my computer tech install my anti virus software and my firewall sorry I could not be of much help to you
643205
I have the temporary norton security, but once the trial runs out you need to purchase a new one.
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this is not complete, only anti-virus.... works with XP. if u need complete, buy the total protection.
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Yes, as long you download 2015 version from web site and use your serial number from this one there is no problem at all, I did it for my pc's
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I used to have MCafee and still my Computer died 2 years ago when it caught the Malware Virus. I was using Mcafee then it did not help. My roommate was able to revive my Computer. I just recently purchased this item and so far I have not got any virus's yet. My roommate is a Computer specialist she recommend this item.
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Hi, Mike the laptop comes with McAfee trial 30 days I have Norton so I had their customer service remove McAfee and install my extra downloadable protection only because I had Norton.
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It comes with norton or mcafee, im not sure. I have a different software i use.