Free Virus scan app - AVG won't install - Help!

STEED · 05-31-08, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Reece

Hi, I have just been told that my 7.5 version of AVG has to be upgraded, however when I run the update program I get this:

I have XP with SP1 and will not update to SP2 as I have too many problems with it! but why it's saying windows 2000 I don't know!

Can anone suggest a fix or recommend another free virus scan program.

Many thanks,
Reece.

I get the same Reece, AVG 8.0 is not free and if you got a good firewall and anti spyware along with adware forget it. Stick with the 7.5 as I have.

STEED · 05-31-08, 02:29 PM

Reece,

I suspect you got the following -

A Firewall
Ccleaner
Spybot
Ad-Adware 2007 or SE

If so your be ok.

Jimbuna · 05-31-08, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by STEED

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reece

Hi, I have just been told that my 7.5 version of AVG has to be upgraded, however when I run the update program I get this:

I have XP with SP1 and will not update to SP2 as I have too many problems with it! but why it's saying windows 2000 I don't know!

Can anone suggest a fix or recommend another free virus scan program.

Many thanks,
Reece.

I get the same Reece, AVG 8.0 is not free and if you got a good firewall and anti spyware along with adware forget it. Stick with the 7.5 as I have.

You'll find pretty soon that the support for 7.5 (updates) will cease.

@Reece.........If your after a decent anti virus programme, PM me.

PeriscopeDepth · 05-31-08, 03:28 PM

Is Avast truely free? With library definition updates?

PD

STEED · 05-31-08, 03:51 PM

Knock me down with a feather, I was running my weekly AVG 7.5 Scan and after the all clear the whole thing updated itself.

I now have AVG 8.0, well I be a Dutchman.

Jimbuna · 05-31-08, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by STEED

Knock me down with a feather, I was running my weekly AVG 7.5 Scan and after the all clear the whole thing updated itself.

I now have AVG 8.0, well I be a Dutchman.

LMAO :rotfl:

Did someone not say earlier that AVG 8.0 wasn't free

Obviously not....must have been my poor hearing

You a Dutchman!! ?

We're still debating if your human

STEED · 06-07-08, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by jimbuna

Quote:

Originally Posted by STEED

Knock me down with a feather, I was running my weekly AVG 7.5 Scan and after the all clear the whole thing updated itself.

I now have AVG 8.0, well I be a Dutchman.

LMAO :rotfl:
Did someone not say earlier that AVG 8.0 wasn't free

Darling jim, that got your attention.

AVG 8.0 comes in three versions, AVG Free which I got. AVG Anti Virus which has a few more things and AVG Internet Security gives you the lot. Those last two you pay for, so I was correct to a point, well enough of this banter drinks for all.

PS: We would not need these anti virus programs, but thanks to those smart ass spotty jerks who want to screw your computer up we got no choice. I say hang the swine when they are caught.

Reece · 06-07-08, 08:12 AM

That is the same version that I get the error as in the first post Jim!

SUBMAN1 · 05-31-08, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by PeriscopeDepth

Is Avast truely free? With library definition updates?

PD

Not for businesses. For home use it is free. Their mentallity is if you will use it at home, then you will want the same thing at the office and pay for it there.

-S

Syxx_Killer · 05-31-08, 04:25 PM

I still recommend Avast to anyone who uses the free virus scanners. However, with Avast's latest version (4.8) I started getting BSODs. I went to their forums and there is some issues with 4.8 and some people getting BSODs. I have installed Avast 4.8 on other computers and they seem fine. Go figure. I have since uninstalled Avast and will wait until a couple versions later to see if they have worked out the kinks. I am running with no virus scanner and am wondering if I even need it. I don't visit shady sites, look for cracks for programs, open every e-mail attachment, or go to every site in an e-mail forward. I have a firewall, Spybot Search & Destroy (I love that name!

), and AdAware. I may redownload Avast in the future, but for now I don't see the need.

SUBMAN1 · 05-31-08, 04:31 PM

Running 4.8 on a couple systems. No issues here.

-S

PeriscopeDepth · 05-31-08, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by SUBMAN1

Quote:

Originally Posted by PeriscopeDepth

Is Avast truely free? With library definition updates?

PD

Not for businesses. For home use it is free. Their mentallity is if you will use it at home, then you will want the same thing at the office and pay for it there.

-S

Sweet, I'll grab a copy.

PD

SUBMAN1 · 06-02-08, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by PeriscopeDepth

Sweet, I'll grab a copy.

PD

Password protect it, like you should all AV apps. Just my bit of wisdom for the day. You don't want some stupid virus shutting it down before it installs itself. Password protecting your AV app forces the virus to know your password before it can shut it down - basically, a virus won't be able to shut it down in this case.

-S

joegrundman · 06-02-08, 09:41 PM

I use Avira, another free one. It seems to work, but how do you know eh? Anyway my PC hasn't become bogged down with infections over the last 18 months, so i guess it's ok.

I wouldn't know how to go about deciding which free a/v suite is better

05-31-08, 02:29 PM	#2
STEED Lucky Jack Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Down Town UK Posts: 27,695 Downloads: 89 Uploads: 48	Reece, I suspect you got the following - A Firewall Ccleaner Spybot Ad-Adware 2007 or SE If so your be ok. __________________ Dr Who rest in peace 1963-2017. To borrow Davros saying...I NAME YOU CHIBNALL THE DESTROYER OF DR WHO YOU KILLED IT!

05-31-08, 03:51 PM	#5
STEED Lucky Jack Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Down Town UK Posts: 27,695 Downloads: 89 Uploads: 48	Knock me down with a feather, I was running my weekly AVG 7.5 Scan and after the all clear the whole thing updated itself. I now have AVG 8.0, well I be a Dutchman. __________________ Dr Who rest in peace 1963-2017. To borrow Davros saying...I NAME YOU CHIBNALL THE DESTROYER OF DR WHO YOU KILLED IT!

06-07-08, 08:12 AM	#8
Reece CINC Pacific Fleet Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Down Under Posts: 34,836 Downloads: 171 Uploads: 0	That is the same version that I get the error as in the first post Jim! __________________ *Sub captains go down with their ship!*

05-31-08, 04:31 PM	#11
SUBMAN1 Rear Admiral Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 11,866 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Running 4.8 on a couple systems. No issues here. -S __________________

06-02-08, 09:41 PM	#14
joegrundman Ocean Warrior Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 2,689 Downloads: 34 Uploads: 0	I use Avira, another free one. It seems to work, but how do you know eh? Anyway my PC hasn't become bogged down with infections over the last 18 months, so i guess it's ok. I wouldn't know how to go about deciding which free a/v suite is better __________________ "Enemy submarines are to be called U-Boats. The term submarine is to be reserved for Allied under water vessels. U-Boats are those dastardly villains who sink our ships, while submarines are those gallant and noble craft which sink theirs." Winston Churchill

05-31-08, 03:28 PM	#4
PeriscopeDepth Sea Lord Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Pacific NW Posts: 1,894 Downloads: 6 Uploads: 0	Is Avast truely free? With library definition updates? PD

05-31-08, 04:25 PM	#10
Syxx_Killer Admiral Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Michigan, USA Posts: 2,387 Downloads: 21 Uploads: 0	I still recommend Avast to anyone who uses the free virus scanners. However, with Avast's latest version (4.8) I started getting BSODs. I went to their forums and there is some issues with 4.8 and some people getting BSODs. I have installed Avast 4.8 on other computers and they seem fine. Go figure. I have since uninstalled Avast and will wait until a couple versions later to see if they have worked out the kinks. I am running with no virus scanner and am wondering if I even need it. I don't visit shady sites, look for cracks for programs, open every e-mail attachment, or go to every site in an e-mail forward. I have a firewall, Spybot Search & Destroy (I love that name! ), and AdAware. I may redownload Avast in the future, but for now I don't see the need.