Alexander 12 Posted January 8, 2019 Share Posted January 8, 2019 My Anti-Virus is due to expire in 21 days time. I have Norton Security Standard, should I renew or look for an alternative? What would everyone here recommend and why? If anyone here uses Malwarebytes, please could leave a short review about your experience with the service as I'm considering this Anti-Malware/Virus program. Link to comment https://www.baysidegamers.com/forums/topic/1207-anti-virus/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nerdface 0 Posted April 20, 2019 Share Posted April 20, 2019 I'm currently using a combination of Bitdefender Antivirus Plus and MalwareBytes Free. I've always had a good experience with MalwareBytes, it's done a pretty decent job with everything that I've thrown at it so far.. I previously used Avast Free, but started to look around for premium alternatives with real-time protection. Bitdefender ranked pretty highly in the majority of reviews.. Link to comment https://www.baysidegamers.com/forums/topic/1207-anti-virus/#findComment-5402 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demon_skeith 28 Posted June 17, 2020 Share Posted June 17, 2020 I also use Bitdefender Antivirus Plus and MalwareBytes paid, it seems to do a really good job in keeping my system safe, and if one doesn't catch anything, the other does. Link to comment https://www.baysidegamers.com/forums/topic/1207-anti-virus/#findComment-6456 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason 0 Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 Currently i am not using any Antivirus, i am a Linux user and i feel there is a less need for an Antivirus. I get regular security updates so relying on that. Link to comment https://www.baysidegamers.com/forums/topic/1207-anti-virus/#findComment-6502 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash 26 Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 I currently use Avast for free and honestly it has done a pretty good job for me so far. Link to comment https://www.baysidegamers.com/forums/topic/1207-anti-virus/#findComment-6523 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason 0 Posted June 22, 2020 Share Posted June 22, 2020 On 6/21/2020 at 2:47 AM, kingcool52 said: I currently use Avast for free and honestly it has done a pretty good job for me so far. Oh you are using Avast, i was also using it with Windows 10. But do you know Avast got into a scam where they shared users password to third party? Link to comment https://www.baysidegamers.com/forums/topic/1207-anti-virus/#findComment-6543 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash 26 Posted June 22, 2020 Share Posted June 22, 2020 This is the first that I am hearing of it. I'll check it out. Did they share passwords from their password manager or Avast account passwords? Link to comment https://www.baysidegamers.com/forums/topic/1207-anti-virus/#findComment-6547 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason 0 Posted June 23, 2020 Share Posted June 23, 2020 @kingcool52 I didn't know the complete information but i heard and saw snippets of the news. Link to comment https://www.baysidegamers.com/forums/topic/1207-anti-virus/#findComment-6559 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZandraJoi 1 Posted October 15, 2021 Share Posted October 15, 2021 We have McAfee. It came with our new computer. I didn’t care for McAfee many years ago but right now, they are doing a good job. Before, we had the AVG, free version. Ironically, they were quite good at keeping out viruses. Tried Norton but wasn’t impressed. Link to comment https://www.baysidegamers.com/forums/topic/1207-anti-virus/#findComment-10596 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lämmchen 6 Posted November 2, 2021 Share Posted November 2, 2021 I'm using Microsoft right now since an update decided to make it my default at one point even though I had Avast running as my default. They competed with one another and I had no idea what was going on at first so my computer was crawling!! I then got rid of Avast to stop that from happening again. I use Malwarebytes on occasion to do a check and never had a problem except when the Chrome browser was putting add ons and it didn't like that. Link to comment https://www.baysidegamers.com/forums/topic/1207-anti-virus/#findComment-10631 Share on other sites More sharing options...
vans 3 Posted January 18, 2022 Share Posted January 18, 2022 I'm not using one. Not really needed in my case as I just play videogames and I browse a limited amount of pages. Link to comment https://www.baysidegamers.com/forums/topic/1207-anti-virus/#findComment-10768 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncrowned Guard 7 Posted February 1, 2022 Share Posted February 1, 2022 I use BitDefender. No issues in years and their Central panel is amazing at keeping track of devices. I have their small business plan and would actually recommend it for a family use as well. Uncrowned Gaming A Community Platform for Gamers and Esports Shooters | MilSim | Tactical 🔗UncrownedGaming.com Link to comment https://www.baysidegamers.com/forums/topic/1207-anti-virus/#findComment-10803 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason76 0 Posted March 13, 2022 Share Posted March 13, 2022 (edited) I don't use an anti-virus at the moment. In the past, I used Webroot, AVG, System Shield, and Avast. Anyway, I've been tempted to get McAfee because I saw an in-store deal (maybe also online) where it's below 10 dollars. Anyway, I have a free anti-malware product installed, Malwarebytes and I want to upgrade. It seems way more useful than anti-virus, lol. Edited March 13, 2022 by Jason76 Drummer Lesson Link to comment https://www.baysidegamers.com/forums/topic/1207-anti-virus/#findComment-10911 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Management Team EmpireKicking 155 Posted October 17, 2022 Management Team Share Posted October 17, 2022 I just use the default that comes with my windows system and that's windows defender. I have anti-virus software that takes up space and eats your system and there is no need for that. Also, I have a good firewall on my router. Bayside Gamers Feedback Survey If I helped you out in anyway can u please click this up button arrow . Thank You!!! Link to comment https://www.baysidegamers.com/forums/topic/1207-anti-virus/#findComment-11381 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henrywrites 4 Posted May 5, 2023 Share Posted May 5, 2023 On 6/20/2020 at 5:04 AM, Jason said: Currently i am not using any Antivirus, i am a Linux user and i feel there is a less need for an Antivirus. I get regular security updates so relying on that. This sounds fair, if you don't do basic things on your computer that involves getting people to send you sensitive files because when it comes to that point, you will need a good browser to work things out. Link to comment https://www.baysidegamers.com/forums/topic/1207-anti-virus/#findComment-11872 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shortie861 11 Posted September 5, 2023 Share Posted September 5, 2023 I used to always use something such as Avast but I found that Windows was just as good for virus protection and also firewall protection so now I just use that instead of having a separate program on my PC for virus protection. I can understand why some tend to use something other than Windows protection and I was always worried about only using that but I have been using just Windows protection for around 2 years now with no issues. Revillution - Your Portal To Video Game and Content Creation Entertainment! ~ Shortie Twitch Link to comment https://www.baysidegamers.com/forums/topic/1207-anti-virus/#findComment-12075 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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