What AV to use? - Page 2

TteFAboB · 09-07-07, 01:08 AM

I use AVAST, but the free version doesn't have the "script blocker", whatever that is.

bradclark1 · 09-07-07, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by TteFAboB

I use AVAST, but the free version doesn't have the "script blocker", whatever that is.

Script blocking stops unknowingly downloaded malicious scripts from executing. It's as important as the AV software itself. I've only been hit about three times by scripts but they've been blocked each time. Those that don't have script blocking and haven't been hit have been lucky, fire wall or not.

SUBMAN1 · 09-07-07, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by TteFAboB

I use AVAST, but the free version doesn't have the "script blocker", whatever that is.

Mine blocks scripts all the time, and I use the free version. Turn on web shield - should fix you problem. The Pro version may be better here though.

My opinion - Best AV program is NOD32 if you plan to pay for an AV program. MS uses it to scan it's update patches prior to public release, and the entire IBM corporation uses it exclusively. It is light, it is fast, and has wonderful hueristics! I installed it on every machine at work. The best part about it - it will scan an entire hard drive in 5 to 10 minutes. All other AV programs take 30 to 40 minutes, or even up to an hour! I personally don't have time for that.

Best free AV program is Avast32 Home. Works fine. I turn off some of its resource hogging features and simply use it as an AV program - namely VRDB generation. I don't want my HD going every time my system is idle. Aside from the annoying VRDB generation (Yes, I know, it can repair a file if it becomes infected and un-cleaneable, but the resident protection should prevent this anyway if it is doing it's job, so this is a worthless feature to me), Avast has a very small and reliable footprint.

http://www.avast.com/

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Skybird · 09-07-07, 10:31 AM

http://www.avira.com/en/company/awards.html

It is highly popular over here, and many consider it to be the benchmark for AV programs. Combine the free package with a firewall, trojan- and adware scanners, and you are set up very well.

All for free. A fool anyone, who pays money for a virus scanner these days. Simply unneeded, and companies offering these for free, I assure you, have done their calculations. So why be hesitent to save the money?

jumpy · 09-07-07, 10:35 AM

On the subject of script blockers and malware/spyware etc I only use NoScript as a firefox plugin http://noscript.net/ I've not had a single result from my spam blocker (ZA PRO) since I have been using it.
I used Spybot & Adaware for ages but got rid of them in the end as they never showed any threats to my system.
How do people rate Window$ firewall (sp2) comopared to the third party versions like ZA?

SUBMAN1 · 09-07-07, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by jumpy

On the subject of script blockers and malware/spyware etc I only use NoScript as a firefox plugin http://noscript.net/ I've not had a single result from my spam blocker (ZA PRO) since I have been using it.
I used Spybot & Adaware for ages but got rid of them in the end as they never showed any threats to my system.
How do people rate Window$ firewall (sp2) comopared to the third party versions like ZA?

I run Privoxy with Firefox, so I'm sure I am unknowingly blocking scripts that may otherwise do me harm. http://www.privoxy.org/

I also use AdBlock on Firefox - Its easy to use - just right click any image you don't want and it will block it - good for blocking annoying avatars in forums quickly and easily - https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/10

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bradclark1 · 09-07-07, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by TteFAboB

I use AVAST, but the free version doesn't have the "script blocker", whatever that is.

Mine blocks scripts all the time, and I use the free version. Turn on web shield - should fix you problem. The Pro version may be better here though.

According to the AVAST setup, scriptblocker in on the Pro version, the Home version doesn't say anything script blocking.

SUBMAN1 · 09-07-07, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by TteFAboB

I use AVAST, but the free version doesn't have the "script blocker", whatever that is.

Mine blocks scripts all the time, and I use the free version. Turn on web shield - should fix you problem. The Pro version may be better here though.

According to the AVAST setup, scriptblocker in on the Pro version, the Home version doesn't say anything script blocking.

I guess that depends on what the script is - if it turns out to be a virus, trust me, Avast jumps on it immediately. I've seen this while surfing hacking sites many times.

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STEED · 09-07-07, 12:58 PM

AVG here, been running it for near on a year and I am happy with it.

09-07-07, 01:08 AM	#16
TteFAboB Admiral Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 2,247 Downloads: 4 Uploads: 0	I use AVAST, but the free version doesn't have the "script blocker", whatever that is. __________________ "Tout ce qui est exagéré est insignifiant." ("All that is exaggerated is insignificant.") - Talleyrand

09-07-07, 10:31 AM	#19
Skybird Soaring Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: the mental asylum named Germany Posts: 42,637 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	http://www.avira.com/en/company/awards.html It is highly popular over here, and many consider it to be the benchmark for AV programs. Combine the free package with a firewall, trojan- and adware scanners, and you are set up very well. All for free. A fool anyone, who pays money for a virus scanner these days. Simply unneeded, and companies offering these for free, I assure you, have done their calculations. So why be hesitent to save the money? __________________ If you feel nuts, consult an expert.

09-07-07, 10:35 AM	#20
jumpy Admiral Join Date: May 2003 Location: Midlands, UK Posts: 2,139 Downloads: 22 Uploads: 0	On the subject of script blockers and malware/spyware etc I only use NoScript as a firefox plugin http://noscript.net/ I've not had a single result from my spam blocker (ZA PRO) since I have been using it. I used Spybot & Adaware for ages but got rid of them in the end as they never showed any threats to my system. How do people rate Window$ firewall (sp2) comopared to the third party versions like ZA? __________________ when you’ve been so long in the desert, any water, no matter how brackish, looks like life

09-07-07, 12:58 PM	#24
STEED Lucky Jack Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Down Town UK Posts: 27,695 Downloads: 89 Uploads: 48	AVG here, been running it for near on a year and I am happy with it. __________________ Dr Who rest in peace 1963-2017. To borrow Davros saying...I NAME YOU CHIBNALL THE DESTROYER OF DR WHO YOU KILLED IT!