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.
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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
Related
Engadget reports somewhere close to 30 more apps found tl have dream droid lite malicous code. Story here for those interested.
http://tinyurl.com/3gqr8o6
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Thanks for the info. It is really a good idea to install a anti virus app. With more & more people using their phones reather than a computer, allot of crooks out there want to tap into your personal info. I've been using lookout for about 6 month & its seems to be working well.
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I've been using Lookout for awhile and this reminds me why I shouldn't uninstall it.
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foofoo982 said:
I've been using Lookout for awhile and this reminds me why I shouldn't uninstall it.
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Good choice & I agree!
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Is Lookout better than AVG?
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I think they stay updated a little more than avg does. And it deffinatley has some good features. Also I noticed lookout seems to be easier on the phones resources and stuff. But in the end it is really up to the end user to decide what's best.
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Is Lookout better than AVG?
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I been using Lookout for quite awhile now and think it is really good app. I like many of the extra features it has like finding your phone using GPS if you lose it. It can even turn your phones GPS on if it was was off. This can all be done from your PC with your online Lookout acct. I've never used AVG but I'm sure it also a good app. If something works I just stick with it and Lookout has done just that.
+1 for Lookout
I agree about Lookout - plus it's cross-platform, which I found to be a great resource when I was upgrading to my Mesmerize. My last phone was a Motorola Q with Windows Mobile and I was running Lookout on it - I actually transferred my contacts with Lookout with one or two clicks when I upgraded.
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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I just put a anti virus program on my girlfriends laptop and immediately I began to see a big change in how the pc functioned better in a number of areas, so I was wondering with these android phones would it be advised to use a antivirus? If so what are some good ones to use?
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so your girlfriend might have lots of viruses on her laptop if it works better after installing an anti virus software i dont use any anti virus programms on my android - its kinda annoying (always scanning the phone)
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I just put a anti virus program on my girlfriends laptop and immediately I began to see a big change in how the pc functioned better in a number of areas
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If you don't sideload a lot I would say you don't need it. I've never had to but then again I barely download apps since we all are flash addicts
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i never understood the point, i just look at what permission are given and if they are really need and the explanation of what and why they need access to what.. for example if i download a weather widget and they want access to my contacts and phone state that could be a issue of malware or fishing or whatever.. just my two cents..
There are apps on the internet that have malicious codes. Only if you get your apps on illegaly ways, you will need it. But if you download everything from play store (recommed) you don't need to bothed about virusses
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Ok cool 90% of the apps I dl are from the play store if not there from here so i guess ill opt out of the antivirus program but I do thank everyone for giving there advice
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Ok cool 90% of the apps I dl are from the play store if not there from here so i guess ill opt out of the antivirus program but I do thank everyone for giving there advice
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I have never used an anti virus for my shift... I haven't found a reason to...
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Yea I used one for about a week.. Got tired of it saying I'm not protected because I had root, and said f*** it.
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If anything malicious is going to attack your phone, and it's made properly by people that know what they are doing, it's gonna be able to bypass antivirus software, just like it will with the superuser app... Just be smart about what you download and you should be ok...
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Antivirus on any device is like any other form of security...you probably don't need it, but some people like to have it just in case.
If you're not trolling blackmarket apps, then you're probably fine.
Is that 100% safe? No. But as it was mentioned, if someone wants to **** your **** up, they will, until a solution is made after the fact....but not many reasons for that yet.
Definitely not
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I think barberboy420 knows what he want to know, so enough comments
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I think barberboy420 knows what he want to know, so enough comments
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Lol yes definitely I luv u guys tho real quik to help a playa out
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I think barberboy420 knows what he want to know, so enough comments
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Shove it
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Yea I used one for about a week.. Got tired of it saying I'm not protected because I had root, and said f*** it.
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Avast! can install as root installation, that's what I use and it works fine. It also tracks down apps that are having suspicious activities, mostly apps from the amazon app store which probably are not monitored as much as the Play Store apps.. I also use Avast! on my home pc, it's just that good..
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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"?
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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.
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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!
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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).