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Last Updated: 10/19/2009
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(based on 4 reviews)
Webroot Antivirus with AntiSpyware 6.0 is a well-developed a ntivirus software application. It offers users comprehensive virus protection and a wide range of features that are usually only found in the higher-priced Internet security suites. This includes the on-line file backup as well as compatibility with the latest computer operating systems. - Free On-line Backups
- Anywhere File Access
- Gaming and Movie Mode
In addition, the product is well supported. Customer support was very easy to access and we were happy to see phone support offered for no additional charge. When you add that to the fact that the product is backed by a money-back guarantee, it's not hard to see why so many people are turning to Webroot for their antivirus software needs. All in all, if you are looking for a great antivirus software that offers solid protection from the latest computer threats, and you appreciate added perks and features, then Webroot Antivirus with AntiSpyware 6.0 could be the program for you. We give them 5.5 Stars!
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Last Updated: 5/20/2009
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(based on 2 reviews)
CA Anti-Virus Plus CA Anti-Spyware 2009 gives computer users the ability to protect their computers from not only viruses but also from spyware and other related threats. Overall the this antivirus software program installed well, though it does seem to cause a little bit of lag. We did, however, feel that it is a good trade off for having some form of virus and spyware protection. This software seems more than capable of handling most threats to a user's computer. - Virus and Spyware Protection
- Automatic Updating
- Custom Scanning
Our experience with the customer service aspect of this program was, for the most part, a satisfying one. We appreciated the easy to use FAQ pages and the prompt responses that we received from our on-line tech chat and email queries. But, we did take exception to the fact that phone support does cost money. Other than that CA Anti-Virus Plus CA Anti-Spyware 2009 is a great program for a beginning user and although we feel that expert users will be disappointed with the lack of options and customization. It is hard not to think that most people would be happy with its ease of use. They earn 5.0 Stars!
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Last Updated: 6/12/2009
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(based on 6 reviews)
McAfee VirusScan Plus 2009 is a solid contender in the antivirus software market. Its ability to find and remove threats was definitely above par. It turned out to be one of the better products that we came across. - Web Page Safety Ratings
- Fast Scanning
- Firewall Protection
McAfee VirusScan Plus 2009 also shines in the area of providing extra perks to the user. This is evidenced by the file shredding utility as well as the personal firewall that comes with the program. Customer support, while not entirely comprehensive, does seem to be able to help with most any problems that may be encountered by the casual user. In this sense the service is fairly good, despite the inability to make phone contact right away. Overall we found the software to function well. It removed the threats that it encountered and it provides a few extra perks as well. This together with adequate customer service can make this program a good choice for many users. We give them 5.0 Stars!
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Last Updated: 11/6/2009
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(based on 4 reviews)
CA Anti-Virus 2009 is able to offer users a basic defense against virus threats. The installation was trouble free, though ultimately it did slow our computer down just a bit. Operation of the anti-virus program was simple and it appears that the software is able to effectively handle and remove a variety of threats from the user's computer. - Automatic Daily Updates
- Real Time Scanning
- Proactive Virus Protection
Additionally, the access to on-line help features did make it easier to troubleshoot and resolve problems although we really do feel that phone support should be available for free and not a paid option. Be that as it may, the phone service personnel were knowledgeable and had little trouble answering our questions. CA Anti-Virus 2009 is a good entry level virus protection program. We can only hope that future releases have more functionality and that customer service becomes a bit easier to access. we give them 4.5 Stars!
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Last Updated: 6/12/2009
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(based on 4 reviews)
Using ESET NOD32 Antivirus 4.0 was a better experience then we expected. Installation was clean and simple. The user interface was much better than previous versions and made the anti-virus software much easier to navigate for new users and advanced users alike. - Intelligent Virus Detection
- Faster Operation
- Improved Interface
ESET NOD32 Antivirus 4.0 performed admirably in the removal of many threats that were on our computer and seemed to be able to stop new ones from gaining a hold on our systems. All in all a good virus protection software. Our foray into the customer service portion of this product while full of information was somewhat scrambled. All the possible information that we needed seemed to be present but searching for what exactly we needed felt like a chore. This coupled with the lack of readily accessible phone support did leave something to be desired. Though again the information is there it is just a matter of finding what exactly you need. ESET NOD32 Antivirus 4.0 is an excellent antivirus program that appears to be quite effective. Navigation is much more simplified and caters to both the new and advanced user. The only piece that is lacking is good phone support for problem troubleshooting. Although even this can be bypassed considering the amount of information that is available on the product site. Star Reviews gives them 4.5 Stars!
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Last Updated: 9/25/2009
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Kaspersky Antivirus 2010 is the most recent in a long line of high quality s ecurity software products and the 2010 antivirus
is no different. My overall perception of the product is that you are
being delivered a high quality product and the testing results
indicated that is the case. This antivirus software program is easy to use, easy to maintain and does not take up too many resources during the normal operating process. Kaspersky Antivirus 2010 Features
- Kaspersky iSwift and iChecker Scanning
- Automated Hourly Updating
- Kaspersky Virtual Keyboard
- Kaspersky Security Network
- Complete PC Protection
One of
the other features that has not been very publicized is the Privacy
Cleaner Wizard. In the Security+ section is a product that will wipe
all your browsing and cached history. This is a very useful tool and
has up until this point been a separately sold product by many
companies. Kaspersky Antivirus Software 2010 is a wonderful product and one that should be higher on our list but is kept down because of the pricing and the support. In the past the support has been better but we will continue to check on this as the year goes on but for now Kaspersky Antivirus 2010 receives a 4.5
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Last Updated: 10/4/2009
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Panda Antivirus Pro 2010 is a much upgraded version of the 2009 antivirus program but still falls short of some of the other antivirus products in this category. Panda Security has done a really nice job with the 2010 antivirus product but still has issues with memory usage and how that effects the normal operations of your computers operation. They have added some nice features and upgraded some other.
* Virus and Spyware Protection
* Proactive Virus Detection
* Includes Personal Firewall
One of the downside to Panda Antivirus Pro 2010 falls into the customer service department. While we were able to make use the FAQs and the email options, but there was no live chat available and only technical support during business hours. Unfortunately, people tend to install antivirus software at home and at night. Combine the service and the memory issues and we thing that Panda Antivirus has come a long way but still has some way to go. With that said, Panda Antivirus 2010 earns 4.5 Stars!
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Last Updated: 10/26/2009
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(based on 9 reviews)
Trend Micro's Antivirus plus Anti-spyware now gives its customers the tools it needs to battle malicious spyware, amongst things like trojans, hackers, worms, and adware.
The antivirus software component is an easy to use product but after that, the rest of their software can be somewhat confusing for a computer user with less knowledge. At $39.95 Trend Micro's easy to use antivirus software and features are well worth the money; however for the complete bundle if you are willing to work through the startup issues and get a grasp of the system then we feel confident in saying you will be pleased with this product. If this was just an anti-virus software product alone it would receive a much higher rating, but due to the unnecessary time it took to deal with the rest of the software, we feel there are better products out there.
Trends Antivirus is a good product but at $39.99 and no free technical support it receives a 4.0 Star Rating.
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