what kind of virus protection?
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We use AVG... Very few problems; if any.. We update every day...... hope this helps...
1132391
Microsoft Security Essentials is available on EVERY Vista, Windows 7, and Windows 8 PC for free and is automatically installed by the HP setup unless you specifically decline it.
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It comes with HP Protect, and of course Microsoft. I added AVG. It also has fingerprint recognition. You scan your fingers (one from each hand)
1132393
We use AVG... Very few problems; if any.. We update every day......hope this helps...
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No security. You'll need your security/antivirus system to be configured to scan/watch a mounted/external drive (or however its defined.) The ones I got have some software on it, but it's more of a privacy/encryption scheme than keeping you protected from downloaded nasties.
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It's a windows 8 OS. Yes, you need an antivirus, just as with any computer connected to the internet.
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It looks like the 2013 control panel with new features added. To be honest I turned most of the features off because it slowed my fast laptop (I7 3.2 ghz w/ 16 gbs ram 500 gb ssd win7)to a crawl. No viviruses yet. I have not found virus protection that did not slow down a pc. If you buy it tweak it till your comfortable with performance vs 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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I believe you can password protect it if you like. It comes with instructions and software sites, but I just use them for straightforward back up. They are really fast and at a good price.
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It comes with a free trial of McAfee. Right now I just use Avast, it's free and it works.
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you should use xp. xp is the best option because it is tried-and-true. also, this is the best option, because parallels (the other option) cost zillions, and don't work as well. just remember to get good antivirus software (even free ones are ok), because now you are using windows :P
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I have been a tech for 17 years own my own successful business worked for the local school district and can assure you that THIS IS ROTTEN TO THE Core. PCmatic will allow your PC to get infected and it's registry corrector is chaos. Use a free antivirus like Avira, or Zone Alarm Free Internet security which uses the kapersky virus engine. Normally about $60. I don't know how they can keep up this charade. It makes techs like me come out and clean up the mess.
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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.
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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.
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I haven't had one on my computer in the 6 years that I've had it. I have always used 360 or some type of Norton Antivirus. But they say 24 tech support so I can only assume that they help remove any viruses you may encounter. I am not 100% sure so you may want to contact them directly before purchasing
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It really depends on the user some like Norton, or McAffe. For me personally I prefer Trend Micro PC-cilliin as it doesn't seem to interfere with my day to day operation as much as the other two. If you do not want to purchase protection you can go to ClamWin its open source software. You can get it from portable apps. If you look up each on Amazon (minus ClamWin) you can see reviews and decide which best suits you.
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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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Internet Security 2013 offers more protection compare to antivirus 2013.Internet Security 2013 offers you advanced identity protection, two- way fire wall, Anti-Spam and Parental- Control. But of course the best of all is Kaspersky Pure 2.0 which offers even greater protection that the one's mentioned above if you do not mind to pay more.
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I'm using the free version of Avast. It is highly reviewed and so far is running seamlessly. Also I loaded Spybot, since Avast does not have a malware module.
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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?