During installation, will this uninstall other virus programs or do I have to do that manually?
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I know that it will replace the last Trend Micro program. You may have to go your program list and delete any other anti-virus.
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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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Good Evening David, After you install vipre, you have to do a DEEP scan to detect the viruses that you have on your pc/laptop. After you let the deep scan run on your pc/laptop, it will tell you or give you a choice to delete or quarantine it. But you should delete the virus. Let me know how it works out. Thank you and have a wonderful holiday season.
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No, you do not have to re-install anything. Does not effect any software you have installed at all.
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I don't know which anti virus is the most compatible. However, I use Avira and have had great success. I would also recommend CCleaner, both are free off the internet. CCleaner is very effective at removing spyware.
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I did not remove any anti virus. I have periodically used the stick to clean up any stray new attacks. I also added a malware program to protect my back. So I have three defense programs active.
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Windows 7 was installed. Like any other computer "off the shelf" you are on your own for anti-virus. I use the AVG free version, myself, and have never had any problems.
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Yes you can, the installation file is available at http://download.cnet.com/Bitdefender-Antivirus-Plus-2015/3000-2239_4-10537298.html
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Having the same problem. When first turned on it said there were several updates and it seems to have finally loaded those but haven't checked to see if any new ones. No trick, just used and it installed when I shut off computer after about 3rd use. Installed Avast anti-virus before I did anything.
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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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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
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It depends on if you have other Norton software or anti-virus software in your computer already. If you have only previous versions of NIS, then the installer should take care of it. If not, you might want to use Norton removal utility to remove traces of earlier Norton software and then install NIS2011.
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The software it has is a basic McAfee antivrius. I pulled it off and installed a subscription that I already have.
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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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It's a windows 8 OS. Yes, you need an antivirus, just as with any computer connected to the internet.
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you must first turn off any virus protection, then you download using the autorun that should work
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You are welcome! I spent all night lastnight trying to fathom it! I gave up and decided to start afresh today! You do indeed need to disable the entire antivirus/firewall software! Have nothing running to succeed! Merry Christmas Matt! Let's hope the lil ones spend as much time playing with it! :)