Internet security.

[Holsteinfriesian90]

It's that time of year again to update the internet security and just wondering do we still need this? If so what's the best to go for? Currently with norton but at £64 just to update it's expensive. Any advice. Cheers.

 

[J B]

Personally, I just use Avast (free) and windows defender ....

 

[Storeman]

I have the free version of AVG for anti-virus.
The free version of Malwarebytes as an extra tool in the box.
And the free version of Zonealarm for a firewall, I disable the Windows firewall.

 

[Ukjay]

It's that time of year again to update the internet security and just wondering do we still need this? If so what's the best to go for? Currently with norton but at £64 just to update it's expensive. Any advice. Cheers.

May I ask who is charging you so much for Norton - coz they are overcharging you?

 

[Holsteinfriesian90]

May I ask who is charging you so much for Norton - coz they are overcharging you?

Norton direct.

 

[Ukjay]

Norton direct.

Never buy it direct - always buy it from a shop.

For example:

http://www.pcworld.co.uk/gbuk/compu...ivirus/1115_8705_71795_xx_xx/xx-criteria.html

You then get a code, log into your norton acct and renew using code.

 

[Ukjay]

Another:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_s...refix=Norton+inter,aps,214&crid=3RP092IMP07L0

 

[Holsteinfriesian90]

Never buy it direct - always buy it from a shop.

For example:

http://www.pcworld.co.uk/gbuk/compu...ivirus/1115_8705_71795_xx_xx/xx-criteria.html

You then get a code, log into your norton acct and renew using code.

Wow that's a lot cheaper. Thanks for that.

 

[Ukjay]

Also, the norton can cover up to 10 devices in the same price.

 

[Holsteinfriesian90]

Do I need to delete the current norton?

 

[Ukjay]

Do I need to delete the current norton?

No,

You just buy your selected version, then when you log into your norton account (I am assuming you are aware how to log into your 'My Norton?).

Once in, you have the option to buy or update using your code.

Alternatively, at the bottom of your Norton screen where you see days remaining, just cluck renew and follow the steps, but again, select update from code key you have.

Norton will then simply run as normal, after it tells you update accepted.

 

[Holsteinfriesian90]

No,

You just buy your selected version, then when you log into your norton account (I am assuming you are aware how to log into your 'My Norton?).

Once in, you have the option to buy or update using your code.

Alternatively, at the bottom of your Norton screen where you see days remaining, just cluck renew and follow the steps, but again, select update from code key you have.

Norton will then simply run as normal, after it tells you update accepted.

Ok thanks I will order one and try it.

 

[Clive]

i use windows security essentials / defender - its free, provided by microsoft and never had a problem

Norton etc seem to really slow down PC's

 

[tepapa]

Mcafee wanted £89.99 off me for the renewal, looks like pc world will sell me macfee cover for £15-£25. either way the renewal was cancelled!!

 

[Ukjay]

Norton etc seem to really slow down PC's

Have seen this on older PC's, but the newer versions seem to work a lot smoother / better with updated op systems for me.
Windows 10 updates on the other hand - what a real pita!!

If Microsoft continue down the route they are going - there is no reason for anyone to stay away from Apple.

 

[Ukjay]

Mcafee wanted £89.99 off me for the renewal, looks like pc world will sell me macfee cover for £15-£25. either way the renewal was cancelled!!

As above, never buy direct, they do not look after loyal customers - a bit like insurance companies.

 

[Clive]

Have seen this on older PC's, but the newer versions seem to work a lot smoother / better with updated op systems for me.
Windows 10 updates on the other hand - what a real pita!!

If Microsoft continue down the route they are going - there is no reason for anyone to stay away from Apple.

my time is split 50/50 between apple and MS - tbh I don't feel there is a lot of difference these days other than at the Apple hardware being better built and MS seem to be catching up there with stuff like surface studio etc

I think w10 works well for apple users as it s a lot more iOS like than previous MS operating systems

 

[Boysground]

Use Microsoft here. Had no problems so far.

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[Ukjay]

my time is split 50/50 between apple and MS - tbh I don't feel there is a lot of difference these days other than at the Apple hardware being better built and MS seem to be catching up there with stuff like surface studio etc

I think w10 works well for apple users as it s a lot more iOS like than previous MS operating systems

I used to be a real Anti Apple, but now MS is doing similar (with exception of platform stability and power management efficiency that Apple are superior at imho), I have to admire their customer service as well.

My daughter took her MB Pro to college, long story short - retina display got smashed, but Apple replaced it FOC, as it had a minute blemish on the screen.
The service guy said - even though it is recorded as cracked screen, it is to be replaced foc, as Apple deem it unacceptable for the coating to come off,.

£700 screen for nothing, no questions!

 

[Holsteinfriesian90]

Use Microsoft here. Had no problems so far.

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How do you get that?