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  1. 13th November 2007, 03:36 PM #1
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    Which virus software for our network?

    Needing to organise new virus software for our office here (5 networked machines) and wondering which way to go. Should I;

    a. Head to Harvey Norman and buy a 5 license package and manually install on each machine?
    b. Download them for eahc machine from the internet?
    c. Get an IT guy in to sort it out for me - this one is obviously the most expensive option?

    Any help appreciated as I have the free AVG on my lap top (which is networked when plugged in at the office) have had Norton, VET etc in the past.
    If I load a new piece of software on will this automatically delete the other virus software running whether out of date or not or do I phisically have to remve all previous virus software?

    Aye, Mick

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  2. 13th November 2007, 03:41 PM #2
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    i sell and recommend command antivirus

    very good product but has a couple of rough edges.

    will pm you some info...
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  3. 13th November 2007, 05:39 PM #3
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    I run 3 PCs on a home network and use Norton's Internet Security. Never had a breach or virus issue. If you look closely at the Symantec website you'll find you get a good multi license price.
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  4. 13th November 2007, 05:46 PM #4
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    Not fond of norton.

    At moment have Vet antivirus - 2 machines, avira free edition - 1 machine and NOD free edition - 1 machine, plus have one machine running ubuntu so has no antivirus on it. Only run 1 antiviurs per machine though. Akk of above seem to be user friendly (except norton).
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  5. 13th November 2007, 05:55 PM #5
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    I run Karspersky, only $40 for the complete internet suite and am happy with it. But there are other people more qualified than me in this department
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  6. 14th November 2007, 10:19 AM #6
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    i have had to fix too many PC's that have been infected by Norton... i mean had norton installed!

    AVG Free used on all of mine... runs flawlessly.. there is a pay version that we use at work too..

    nice thing about AVG is that its pretty lightweight so can be used happily on older machines too!

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  7. 14th November 2007, 10:43 AM #7
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    I also use AVG free version at home and it seems to work very well. I don't think you're supposed to use the free version in a commercial environment, so strictly speaking () you should get the pay version if you decide to use it at the office ...

    Absolutley hate Norton's/Symantec, it's main feature seems to be to turn a previously responsive PC into a slow working piece of crap.
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  8. 14th November 2007, 11:34 AM #8
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    I run AVG on the windows installs...

    Other than that I have a MAC so whats a virus
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  9. 14th November 2007, 11:43 AM #9
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    All anti-virus software has it's good and bad points, we use Trend server protect/office scan and it's OK.

    I use AVG & Bit defender at home no problems, no virus.

    Only thing I would say is DON'T use Norton they survive on marketing and at one time having a cutting edge product. Their AV products in the past 10 years or so have slowly gotten worse to the point of it being an absolute liability. I don't know how may PC's I've had to sort out because of Norton.
    Anyhow I could rant all day about Norton but I guess you get the picture.
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  10. 14th November 2007, 12:04 PM #10
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    Ooops maybe I should have read your post a bit before ranting

    A. If they sell the brand anti-virus you prefer go for it why not? You will get the full retail pack with instructions for use and installation.

    B. Also a good option and maybe a little cheaper than a retail pack from HN and the like. Also you don't need to actually visit a shop.

    C. If you feel unhappy about installing anti-virus software this is the best option but if you are OK with it then don't bother. Just remember to set you AV software to automatic update and auto scan your PC's periodically and scan all incoming/outgoing email.

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    The thing is now really one AV program just won't cut it, it will check for viruses which is fine but that's all they do.
    Look for a security suite of products that also scan for spyware and prevent browser hijack's and the like.
    I can't really recommend a suite of products as I use individual bits of software.

    Check out these reviews of product suite's it may help you:

    http://www.networkcomputing.com/show...9;docid=1424f4

    or here:
    http://www.firewallguide.com/suites.htm
    Look at the section comparative reviews

    A suite of products also has the advantage of one port of call if you need to call for support, Get one that offers telephone support !
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