My understanding is I do not have to install Norton Virus. Is this as good as the security that my Mac has been providing me these past 6 years?
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Mac is different to Windows PC please ensure you protect yourself especially if you use your pc for banking. I have windows with Norton 360 installed.
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Fiona is right about security essentials, but you can still get free anti-virus with Avast. Works great!
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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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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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There are multiple excellent free antivirus options out there. Microsoft's own Security Essentials is free and fast. Spending money on Norton or McAfee is a huge waste.
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You can install it without need for Tiger, Leopard, etc. I think that legally, you should have Tiger or Leopard to install Snow Leopard, but I wouldn't recommend upgrading over an existing system. It's OK if you don't have iLife or iWork, as when I bought my Mac over three years ago (had Tiger) that didn't have serial number for iWork, and so I'd assume that any 'bonus' software like that you'd have to pay for anyway. Hope this helps. Don't use Time Machine--just copy all your important documents and whatever else to the other drive manually. That's what I do. I don't trust backup programs (many people don't--I've read some horror stories in the past on data loss).
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As far as Norton is concerned, I see no problem. However, I would check with Amazon/Kindle to see if that program is compatible with your device first.
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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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my understanding is that the one user, creates the account with norton and you can then put it onto two other computers as you want to in your case. they may or may not need to put in your email address. i purchased this product and didn't have to for mine. i have it installed on my two desktops and my laptop with no problems. i'm sure it will install for you and your brothers' computers too. hope this helps.
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I believe Norton runs in the background. You are NOT forced to do anything. Easy to UN-install just like may other programs.
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Norton always interferes with apps. Use free AVAST. It's recommended by IT specialist. I never had a problem with a virus.
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Al, It really depends on if you want to customize your settings (Bitdefender) or you just want to install and let it do it's thing (Norton). I have had Norton poducts for the past five years. In the old days they were a little heavy on being resource hogs, but now they are much better. I personally would go with Norton, but I have no complaints against Bitdefender, just depends on if you like customizable options or not.
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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.
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I believe that "smart security" edition has a broader spectrum of protection that just the antivirus; the antivirus being the centerpoint of the SS edition, but I don't know this for sure. I have found the antivirus to be adequate without further protection. Always remember that increased security means committing more of your computer's resources to that security. In programs like Norton and AVG, this cuts down on performance and subjugates your computer to those security programs.
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Just depends on what you use the PC. If your not on the internet, you shouldn't be at risk; unless you are sharing files with other people maybe by usb drives or portable hard drives. If your computer is not exposed to anything from the outside, you don't even need antivirus. As I understand Webroot AV, it acts as line of defense to prevent the pc from catching the virus from the internet or other sources (infected USB drives and hard drives). It found viruses on my laptop after I installed so it works in that way as well. So if you already got a virus, you will need to be connected to the internet. With your 15gb plan, you will be getting on the internet so it should protect you from catching any viruses and warn you of dangerous webpages that may be infected and identify any viruses you may already have.
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I use Norton Internet Security 2009. I had an extra license as you get 3 with each purchase. I got it for $20 via pricegrabber.com. At the time, only a few security suites support 64 bit vista. The 2009 version doesn't slow down your system like previous versions of Norton. For sure, someone will say it's a resource hog. It's simply not the case for the 2009 version.
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I bought the Version that I could download on 3 Computers. I simply inserted the disc in all 3 and downloaded the protection. it was no problem. I have had other anti-virus programs over the past 16 yrs. This is the BEST one ever. Your Computer prompts you after you insert the Disc.
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Yes, most malware programs do not interfere with Norton. As long as you keep the monitoring part of the malware program off and run scans intermittently you should be alright.
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Do not have Norton (had it in the past and always trouble). I ran AVAST and no problems with my IPCC-7210W.Iwatch the camera with desktop,notebook,ipad and iphone. Never had a better camera for that price. You should be able to adress an exemption to norton.
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In the past we could say that have an Anti-Virus Program on your Mac was not necessary because Mac was not used by many people, but today it has become so well known operating system that now some people with bad intentions have it in their sights. By the way, it will be more secure if you install an Anti-Virus program in your Mac, for Mac Internet security I recommend: Little Snitch.
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Yes it does have that feature, I have been using it since I got Norton earlier today