is internet security same as an antivirus program ?or different?
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internet security and antivirus programs often come packaged together.\n\nInternet security would include things like a pop-up blocker and a firewall to stop bad programs being downloaded.\n\nantivirus I think would scan files which have been downloaded\n\nin general internet security is prevention and antivirus is the cure. Having both is usually a good idea.\n\n\nedit: yahoo has its own virus scanner for attachments which is separate from anything you have on your computer
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norton internet security
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The antivirus program should give you the option to quarantien or delete the virus deteced; either is effective. If you delete, the virus is removed but that should not affect any software. One does not "uninstall" a virus. If the program detects a virus but cannot delete it, then one can use the PC's Operating System (Windows) to search for the offending virus whose name should have been provided in the warning of the antivirus program. At this point I personally cannot tell you for sure if deleteing it would affect anything on your PC. When I have deleted a virus by manually (the search process), it did not affect anything else.
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McAfee has the latest Internet Security that includes \nVirusScan \nPersonal Firewall Plus \nSpamKiller \nPrivacy Service \nIs the 2006 one and is only 49.99 dollars, its worth. I also wanted free software protection, but did never found a good one, the only free ones, they don't do a sh-it, because they are free. But please do install it, just you will pay on time in one year. Try it!
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Hacking is obvious, but also make sure someone is not surfing on the server. This is opening the chances of viruses. Constantly updating definition device on the AntiVirus program.
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Istall firewall protections, antivirus protections, spyware protections, and adware protections on your computer. I just dealt with this. The programs that come with your computer unfortunately aren't that great. I have some great programs on my pc right now, and the best thing, they are all free. AND MY PC IS VIRUS FREE!!! \nHere is what I use, and have no problems.
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I've been in this business for many years, answering this question for over 15 years. Just antivirus software alone will help no-one.\n\nProtecting from spyware and protecting your IP address are needed first, and that means you'd want to purchase a firewall, antispyware, and antivirus software.\n\nBuying an internet security suite combines all three programs and lowers your price.\n\nYou want free? Try Zone Alarm (free version of firewall), Adaware (free spyware software), and Avast (free antivirus software). This is a great free combo.\n\nIf you want to pay for the best Suite, I would purchase Zone Alarm Suite. Thats the best (better than ANY free solution because it cryptically checks files for authenticity, something freebies do not do) and easiest to use, in my opinion. Norton is huge and inneffective. Mcafee misses too much. Zone Alarm is VERY LIGHT on system resources.  Good luck!
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most likely not, some sites are just made like that, it just freaks people out to see it\n\nfor virus protection i suggest using a combonation of Microsoft Antispyware, Adaware SE personal, firefox, and Norton anti virus.\n\nFirefox is a internet browser, and it is less open to outside programs than IE (internet explorer). IE gets hacked more often because it isnt very discresionary about running outside programs, firefox is picky about everything, which makes it secure.
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Anti-virus softwares prevent your computer from receiving malicious scripts made by programming softwares, otherwise known as viruses. These viruses can do many things that can either be just a plain nuisance or something that can seriously damage your computer. I suggest not going without an Anti-virus software; if you can find any software that's legit, then use it. I personally like McAfee Anti-virus, because you receive updates quite often whenever you're connected, and can actively stop Trojan Horse viruses and other malicious programs from executing on your computer. Plus, the interface isn't intimidating for a first timer.
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The problem with most anti-virus programs is the user. If you down load a virus most of the time it's because you told Norton's, Mcafee, whoever, to except the program. I good example is most file sharing programs. You tell Norton's to let the program down load and bang, a virus pops up. Some say 90% of the virus come that way even if you have Norton's, or mcafee, or who ever. the other 9% is email, and 1% is keeping your system on line all the time. (the more time you give a hacker, the more likely he has you). I can not say one is better then the other because you can run one and find nothing and run the other and find a 100 things on your system. Then next week its the other way around. I use PC-cillin, as the main Anti-virus with mcafee and Norton web find as back ups. Same is true with any other helper program. (spy-ware removers, registry booster,Etc) You have to have more then one to stay safe. You do not run them all at the same time, but use one and use web site scanning to back up with the rest.   Sorry so long.
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Here's he funny thing. Norton and McAfee are the 2 most recognized names for anti viruses. Does this mean they are the best? NO! Both companies give HUGE discounts to computer places to include their program with every new system. Yet both have HUGE problems. Norton installs a bunch of junk you don't need for an anti virus with their default setting. Their System Works nearly destroyed my OS before I got rid of Norton completely. Had to finally get a Norton Remover program to get rid of all traces of Norton in the registry because Norton kept putting traces back I deleted.\n\nAfter that I went to McAfee, the next biggest name I knew. I bought the 5 because McAfee still supported it even though they had just released the 6. About 8 months later I got an Email encouraging all users to upgrade to their 7. This I didn't do. A month later I got a virus right after downloading their upgrade patch. Formatted and redid my Windows. Re-installed McAfee, then upgraded. Another virus. McAfee had included a virus in their upgrade to encourage people to upgrade!\n\nNow I no longer trust either company. I'd say download a few trials and test them. Look for ease of use for you and does it auto update and how often. Once you find a program you are comfortable with and like the way it runs, you'll know what's best for you.
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use an Anti-virus program
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I agree with you.  I don't have an antivirus program on my computer and never had.  The only time I have ever had a virus, is when I let someone else use my computer.  That did not happen again.\n\nI even do torrents, but I know who I am getting my legal music from.
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No, a computer virus is just a computer program.
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Let me tell you avg users.. im not lying ...... but Avg was unable to detect my ownmade virus too.. and avg's weak point is it's defense... yes online protection.......\n         only norton and avast were able to detect..... I tried Mccafee too... since norton slows down computer Use Avast! it's Excellent!........
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Absolutely not. New viruses are being written every day to compromise the security of you system. The only thing you can do is make sure that your anti-virus definitions are up-to-date (it's best to auto-download them nightly) and run SpyBot often to remove any spyware you may have encountered. Additionally, try not to download programs from sources that you do not know and trust and you'll be relatively safe.
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There are many free security programs available for download. \n\nAn anti-virus program is a must. If your PC came with Norton or McAfee anti-virus and you have NOT been updating the virus definition files your PC is at risk. If your subscription to Norton or McAfee has lapsed and you have not renewed your subscription so that you can receive virus definition updates then your PC is at risk.\nAn anti-virus program is only effective if the virus\ndefinition files are updated on a regular basis (at\nleast once a week). If you are cheap (like me) there is a good anti-virus program called AVG from Grisoft that is free for personal use.\n\nYou can download it here (link near bottom of page):\nhttp://free.grisoft.com/doc/2/lng/us/tpl/v5\n\nBefore you install this program be sure to UNINSTALL\nany other anti-virus program that you currently have\ninstalled. Anti-virus programs don't play well\ntogether so you should have only one anti-virus\nprogram installed at any given time.\n\nThere are 3 good FREE programs that are effective at dealing with spyware, Ad-aware SE Personal (removes spyware), Spybot Search & Destroy (blocks and removes spyware), Spyware Blaster 3.2 (blocks spyware). I have all 3 of these programs installed on my PC and they work well together without any conflicts. After these programs are installed they need to be updated on a regular basis to be effective. These programs will have to be manually updated.\n\nYou can download Ad-aware SE Personal here (click on "Download Now" near top left of page):\nhttp://www.download.com/Ad-Aware-SE-Personal-Edition/3000-8022_4-10045910.html?part=dl-ad-aware&subj=dl&tag=top5\n\nAd-aware SE Personal will scan your PC and\nidentify spyware that should be removed. Ad-aware\ndefinition files are updated about once a week.\n\n\nSpybot Search and Destroy can be downloaded here:\nhttp://www.safer-networking.org/en/download/index.html\n\nSpybot Search and Destroy will "Check for Problems"\n(scan) your PC for spyware that should be removed.\nBe sure to use the "Immunize" feature that blocks\nknown spyware from getting onto your PC. Spybot\nSearch and Destroy detection files are updated about\nonce a month.\nAfter you update Spybot Search and Destroy each month be sure to "immunize" your PC so that the updated spyware threats will be blocked.\n\n\n\nSpyware Blaster can be downloaded here:\nhttp://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareblaster.html\n\nAfter the program is installed be sure to click on\n"Enable All Protection" so the program blocks spyware.\nDetection files are updated about once a month. After updates are installed each month be sure to click on "Enable All Protection" again so the updated detection files are applied.\n\n\nYou may also want to use Mozilla Firefox as your\nprimary web browser. Firefox is an excellent program,\nand I have been using it for several months now.\nFirefox has fewer security flaws than Internet\nExplorer. You will still need to use Internet\nExplorer to download Microsoft updates.\nYou can download Firefox here:\nhttp://www.mozilla.com/\n\n\nBe sure you have all the critical updates from\nMicrosoft for Windows and Internet Explorer.\nOpen Internet Explorer, click on "Tools" and select\n"Windows Update", and download all the critical updates.\n\n\nYou also need a good firewall to protect your PC.\nWindows XP comes with a firewall. It's better than\nnothing but you need more protection. Zone Alarm Basic Firewall is a FREE firewall program that provides good protection.\n\nYou can download it here:\nhttp://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/catalog/products/sku_list_za.jsp?dc=12bms&ctry=US&lang=en&lid=dbtopnav_zass\n\nWhen you install Zone Alarm you will be prompted to\nchoose the free trial to Zone Alarm Pro or just Zone\nAlarm, choose the Zone Alarm (just the firewall)\nbecause it's free. Zone Alarm monitors incoming and\noutgoing transmissions. It will take a little e