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What is the best antivirus app? I use Dr.web light? Thanks.
vm670 jerryscript backside iho 12/21/2011
I use Comodo Mobile Security (beta)
It's very hard to define what is the best, moreless all the same the free ones. Should be interesting seeing some comparatives and benchmark...
I use lookout. Only because the icon looks cool. Other than that, screw security.
LogisticsXLS said:
I use lookout. Only because the icon looks cool. Other than that, screw security.
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You got to be kidding me
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Android is pretty secure... You really dont need an antivirus program.
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ganggreen30 said:
What is the best antivirus app? I use Dr.web light? Thanks.
vm670 jerryscript backside iho 12/21/2011
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My favorit AVG
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+1 for Comodo, I'm using it on my laptop also...
jordanishere said:
Android is pretty secure... You really dont need an antivirus program.
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That is true but there are android viruses or malware so it doesn't hurt.
Dave
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GuardX
I use guardx. It was just the first one i saw on the market so i DL'd it. I agree with the earlier post that free ones are all the same, pretty much. Security is definitely not on the forefront of my mind with android as it's fairly secure. Better safe than sorry sort of deal for me. And just a reasonable attempt at securing an already secure device is above expectations. Happy security surfing.
Lookout
I use lookout, mainly for the missing device feature that comes with it.
I used Bkav made in Vietnam
I use Lookout. Mostly because it came with my phone and I don't really wanna know about anything else since they all do the same thing at varying prices (not that I'm paying for any services, that'd be stupid).
AVG is useless. Avast has a beta out, which might be better.
No need
I don't think antivirus is needed at all. The odds are like one in a million to get it from Market and you would still have to approve to a lot of permissions.
I would like to see one real case where an antivirus program actually prevented anyone from getting a virus.
i dont think an anti virus app works
You confused the title part of the of the reply-interface with the message part. Makes your post look like spam. For future reference. =p
Why use it then
vm670 jerryscript backside iho 12/21/2011
That's hilarious what a joke. Because of the icon. What is wrong with people
vm670 jerryscript backside iho 12/21/2011
I can't find it in the market
vm670 jerryscript backside iho 12/21/2011
I've been using lookout ever since the phone came out and have put up with it's insane memory usage until today. I peek inside running apps and saw that it was consuming 61 yes 61 megabytes of memory. Immediately I hit the market in search of a new anti virus program and put a few of them through the paces. Found one that does everything lookout does AND looks better AND consumes less than HALF the resources lookout does. Check it out BluePoint Security.
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nice try, blue point security salesman
Why do you need an AV for Android?
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+1
Though, the people behind those apps have snooped out some bad apps before. So maybe to support the company?
Do we need a AV? Hows avast, its been protecting my pc for like 5 years.
Interesting take on the subject here
http://www.extremetech.com/computin...s-apps-are-useless-heres-what-to-do-instead/2
pc103 said:
Interesting take on the subject here
http://www.extremetech.com/computin...s-apps-are-useless-heres-what-to-do-instead/2
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Thx I guess I dont need it. Ill just be more careful.
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I haven't had the need for AV. I'll check this out, can never be too safe.
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mediumsteak said:
nice try, blue point security salesman
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LOL.
Just a beast of an app. Plus its colors n icons mesh well with ICS.
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So which one do you guys like to use think is best or whatever your thoughts are on them. I want to grab one up and use it, have been roaming on trials for while. Ever since AVG decided to think my serial was no good and kept throwing me onto a trail serial. it was good up till 02/28/2018 and last month it decided no more.
On the off chance i use windows or if someone asks i tend to say either avg or avasts free versions work very well. But depends on if you feel you need the extra features
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Norton 360
dont have the lame pup-ups anymore that the previous version had,
and its very low on system preformance.
AVG.
Which isn't in the poll..
Eset nod32 mobile.
Eset is one of the top virus scanners on the market
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not use for good..anti virus nothing help at phone
PC- Norton Internet security.
Mobile- Lookout.
I use lookout.it is simple and doesn't have a bunch of questions after the initial 3 or 4.
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None! What kind of amateurs get viruses on their cell phones lol. Stop downloading porn kids
Where is the option for "none of the above"?
jasonstackhouse said:
None! What kind of amateurs get viruses on their cell phones lol. Stop downloading porn kids
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This is for PCs not mobile phones I figured you'd realize that when I put up 10 different anti viruses that aren't on phones for the most part.
speedyink said:
Where is the option for "none of the above"?
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If you don't like any of those then you clearly don't like any anti virsues those are actually from the top ten on most sites even topten review website
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Is any one can suggest me that what is the best anti virus for home computer?
aidenrock said:
Is any one can suggest me that what is the best anti virus for home computer?
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For Windows? I personally use MSE -> http://windows.microsoft.com/de-DE/windows/security-essentials-download
aidenrock said:
Is any one can suggest me that what is the best anti virus for home computer?
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That depends if you want to spend money or free !
I am happy with avast Antivirus free (with free key or free key till 2038!)
If you want to spend money i recommend Kapersky antivirus - as i have to test several ones - the usage is comparable low to a good protection !
Anyway the prices compared to Others are almost the same - on top of list ist also F-Secure - but i have no test with this Suite done until yet!
re: Which antivirus is the best?
aidenrock said:
Is any one can suggest me that what is the best anti virus for home computer?
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Hi,
I am using Norton for my laptop since 4 years. If you purchase this software then you have to keep update this software on online.so that your system will free of virus.
Thanks
R: what is the best anti virus?
I supposed you ask for windows.
IMHO free is Avira and paid Kasperskyaaq
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re: Which antivirus is the best?
I have used norton & Avg and personally feels AVG is better and doesnt slows your pc too much.
I also use Microsoft Security Essentials. It's simple, free and updates often.
The latest tests show Norton on top. But it changes every year. And trust me, I work on computers everyday.
i have used a few and i really dont like McAfee since it changes lotsa variables in the windows system environment..
a good one i suggest is Kaspersky~ also Avast..
First of all, ¡hi XDA Community!
There´s a lot of alternatives. I use Avast Free. Nowadays virus are more controlled than before, but I think that the best Antivirus is oneself.
Avast is pretty good
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Trend Micro
aidenrock said:
Is any one can suggest me that what is the best anti virus for home computer?
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Trend Micro.
Try AVG. It's frew.
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I've been using MSE (now Defender in Windows 8) for quite a long time. I've never had an issue with it and it's worked well. For the average user, I don't think anything more is needed. I've used most of the paid and free options in the past, and some were great, but I don't see myself moving away from Microsoft's solution unless they really mess it up.
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Try AVG. It's frew.
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Avg free is good but better off with the paid version
Unlike most others doesn't slow your system down
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I used Norton for years until it became bloated and a resource hog. I have used ESET NOD32 for a few years now and it's great. It's not free but it does its job without getting in your way, and it uses minimal resources. It has saved my butt a few times and I highly recommend it.
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Personally, I use Microsoft Security Essentials. I've used AVG, and Avast, Ad-aware. All are good, but I just love how MSE doesn't bother me at all. Haven't had a virus in years using any of the above programs (that I know of).
Hi everyone this is my 1st thread, i have a question about the OS, its necessary have an antivirus in the phone??? (maybe its a stupid question . cause we have Linux, but i see people with antiviruses in their phones and i need know if this its really necessary and if its necessary, which antivirus can you recomend me
Sorry for my bad english
realthrash said:
Hi everyone this is my 1st thread, i have a question about the OS, its necessary have an antivirus in the phone??? (maybe its a stupid question . cause we have Linux, but i see people with antiviruses in their phones and i need know if this its really necessary and if its necessary, which antivirus can you recomend me
Sorry for my bad english
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For me, No, isnt necessary, cosums much RAM I think is better without antivirus
Regards
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xperia_pro said:
For me, No, isnt necessary, cosums much RAM I think is better without antivirus
Regards
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Thank you, i prefer dont use the antivirus
Gracias bro :laugh:
there are no known viruses for android so antivirus is not necessary
but antivirus can detect adwares and spyware
I personally use avg antivirus
it informed me about adwares while I installed some apps
I'm using hornet antivirus for a couple of weeks now. It's not consuming much resources and I'm really satisfied with it.
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dostfunny said:
there are no known viruses for android so antivirus is not necessary
but antivirus can detect adwares and spyware
I personally use avg antivirus
it informed me about adwares while I installed some apps
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Actually, there are known viruses, they are just extremely rare.
As long as you keep in the safe side of the internet, you should be fine.
PersianSphinx said:
Actually, there are known viruses, they are just extremely rare.
As long as you keep in the safe side of the internet, you should be fine.
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I agree to the guy above me here.
As long as you don't download apps via unofficial ways, and other files from non-100% safe or legit websites, everyone should be fine.
I personally have Antivirus bij AVGMobilation, but I only use it to auto-scan a file when it's downloaded (and in case of apps, auto-scan before install).
You dont need antivirus. You should get android firewall and ad away instead. Theres so many apps that show annoying ads and drains your internet speed.
PersianSphinx said:
Actually, there are known viruses, they are just extremely rare.
As long as you keep in the safe side of the internet, you should be fine.
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ok sorry for my ignorance
can list some android viruses?
and what about other risks like spyware etc
even from google play I installed some adwares (which are cought by my antivirus AVG)
On every sistem we need antvirus!!!
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No, you don't... I never had antivirus on any Linux distribution.
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sold2 said:
On every sistem we need antvirus!!!
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Not in Linux.;..
Just adwares;;.;but if u do not install apps from places other than play store and xda,there is no need to worry....you are safe
hit the thanks if I helped you,don't just say it...
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been using android for about 2 years now...never needed any AV....altho u have to be smart not to install malicious apps...
On a low spec i would recommend not using an AV which would take up unnecessary battery life and RAM
neo45215 said:
been using android for about 2 years now...never needed any AV....altho u have to be smart not to install malicious apps...
On a low spec i would recommend not using an AV which would take up unnecessary battery life and RAM
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How do you know you never had a virus if you don't use any antivirus app?
I used trustgo,avg,web doctor and now kaspersky antivirus and i had 6-8 adware in less then a year all downloaded from play store.
deri3891 said:
How do you know you never had a virus if you don't use any antivirus app?
I used trustgo,avg,web doctor and now kaspersky antivirus and i had 6-8 adware in less then a year all downloaded from play store.
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Okay learn about viruses first...adware just shows you new ads and does not harm your device...they come up with free apps.almost all free apps show ads so that the developer gets a few bucks...he deserves it,it would be clearly said in the app description that it will show ads...
hit the thanks if I helped you,don't just say it...
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deri3891 said:
How do you know you never had a virus if you don't use any antivirus app?
I used trustgo,avg,web doctor and now kaspersky antivirus and i had 6-8 adware in less then a year all downloaded from play store.
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mathewsj114 said:
Okay learn about viruses first...adware just shows you new ads and does not harm your device...they come up with free apps.almost all free apps show ads so that the developer gets a few bucks...he deserves it,it would be clearly said in the app description that it will show ads...
hit the thanks if I helped you,don't just say it...
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@ deri3891...if you think that any file that your AV says is a virus,is in fact actually one...then you are in for a treat!!:laugh:...and @ mathewsj114 wen i said malicious apps i surely didnt mean the adwares..as far as i am concerned,if you dont want ads on ur phone,dont get the app!!
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@ deri3891...if you think that any file that your AV says is a virus,is in fact actually one...then you are in for a treat!!:laugh:...and @ mathewsj114 wen i said malicious apps i surely didnt mean the adwares..as far as i am concerned,if you dont want ads on ur phone,dont get the app!!
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But bro...u said adware..not malware
hit the thanks if I helped you,don't just say it...
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mathewsj114 said:
But bro...u said adware..not malware
hit the thanks if I helped you,don't just say it...
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thats why the next post...to clarify.