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Jun 18th, 2005 01:32 PM #1
Looking for AV that isn't a resource hog.
Hey RFD,
Right now, I am using Norton AV and I'm pretty sure it is the reason why my computer is so slow. Does anyone have any suggestions for a virus scanner that is easier on the resources but still is good (ie: offers automatic viral definition updates and the option to do realtime scanning?) Any suggestions would be great! Thanks!!_______________The engine is the plane's heart, but the pilot is it's soul
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Jun 18th, 2005 01:35 PM #2 Reply With Quote
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Jun 18th, 2005 02:22 PM #3Deal Addict
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Kaspersky not a resource hog huh?
Psh, anyhow, try ESET Nod32...at nod32.com.
Uses minimal system resources, quick scan times compared to kaspersky. Though Kaspersky may be better (not much from what I've read), the benefits of having a faster and still safe pc is what I prefer. Rather than lag and long scantimes for over 300-400,000 files on my pc. Reply With Quote
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Jun 18th, 2005 03:04 PM #4
Originally Posted by LegiT
Have tried eset NOD32 a while back and was not impressed.
*shrug*
Again, depends on which review used for reference and default security level, focus, options, update frequency...
eset NOD32 does not even rank on a number of reviews, yet, Kasperksy has no issue obtaining some ranking.
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Previous threads on best antivirus and related,
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Jun 18th, 2005 03:13 PM #5
Avg?
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Jun 18th, 2005 03:18 PM #6
avg....avast!....kaspersky
tried them all, and they're all pretty easy on the resources...currently using kaspersky right now. Reply With Quote
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Jun 18th, 2005 04:22 PM #7
Does anyone have Norton Systemworks installed on their computer? I'm not sure if that program is also responsible for hogging up resources...
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Jun 18th, 2005 04:28 PM #8Member
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Yep, most Norton products are known as system hogs. Originally Posted by snplow
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NOD32 is what I'm using. I dont even know its there! Hehe, maybe its not a good thing.
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Jun 18th, 2005 05:33 PM #10
NOD32...................
iT MAY TAKE SOME TIME TO LOVE IT............. Reply With Quote
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Jun 18th, 2005 06:13 PM #11
Well, right now I am using Avast. Any comments on how good it is at detection? There are so many AVs to choose from, I don't even know what to pick!
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Jun 18th, 2005 06:14 PM #12Banned
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I hate Norton Antivirus.. I'm using AVG, best I've come across so far.
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Jun 18th, 2005 06:23 PM #13
If you like Norton, try their Symantec AntiVirus, which is much less a resource hog compared with their consumer software.
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Currently running Symantec Corporate AntiVirus v9 here. It runs great without all the bloat-ware that comes with the retail Norton crap. Originally Posted by ChinpokoMon
I tried upgrading to Corporate v10, but for some reason the memory-usage spiked and so I had to revert back to v9._______________
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Jun 20th, 2005 12:02 PM #15
NOD32 runs faster than Norton AV, Symantec AV, AVG, Avast, and McAfee through my own experience.
It also has a good track record according to Virus Bulletin, a third-party industry source. Reply With Quote
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