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pkang0202
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 Posted: Tue Sep 29, 2009 12:28 pm Post subject: Microsoft Security Essentials FREE!!! |
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Its free. Its fast. Its awesome.
Antivirus, spyware/malware protection.
Did I mention its small, and usual a very small amount of memory? |
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bassexpander
Joined: 13 Sep 2007
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pkang0202
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| Posted: Wed Sep 30, 2009 2:50 pm Post subject: |
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http://arstechnica.com/microsoft/news/2009/09/first-look-microsoft-security-essentials-impresses.ars/2
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Although MSE might not boast as many features as OneCare did, it is a lot better at what it does do. It's free, and it requires no registration, trial versions, or license renewals. It really does automatically stay up-to-date. Most core functions can be activated with a single click. It is also very lightweight.
Based on what we've seen so far, we have to recommend that you at least give the product a download. Everyone currently using free antimalware software should give it a shot, and those with paid solutions should think about taking MSE for a spin before renewing subscriptions. |
The initial reviews from many many sites give it 2 thumbs up. |
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eamo
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| Posted: Wed Sep 30, 2009 4:58 pm Post subject: |
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Installed it last night.
So far so good.
I also turned UAC back on for extra security. I'm not sure why though. I've been using Vista Ultimate x64 for two years now without even a virus alert. |
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bassexpander
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This will be very nice for those old and computer inept folks who only use a computer for e-mail and surfing.
Having to renew a free anti-virus program, or face scare-tactics by free AV companies about updating the product to the paid version can be daunting for them. |
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bassexpander
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eamo
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They basically say it won't work well. We'll see.
Personally, I'd find it hard to believe that a company with the experience and resources MS has would put out a product which could see millions of users getting viruses etc........putting out an anti-virus carries a lot of responsibility.
People put their trust in these programs to safeguard their machines. The backlash against MS would be enormous. |
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