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I use MSE on my computer and any one that I work on. It ties into windows update so that is a good plus. Less for non computer people to deal with
MSSE seems to be decent enough. I use it.
Microsoft Security Essentials always gets my first pick for non techy family and friends that need something low cost or free:
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/products/security-essentials
I use MSE generally, occasional scan with Malwarebytes just to be safe as well.
MSE updates via Windows Updates, and if there are updates available before that, it let's you know, but isn't a dick about it (no constant reminders).
+1 for MSE. I use it on all my personal computers and recommend it to anybody that is looking for a good AV.
MSE, you just can't go wrong with it.
MSE for family members. I recently switched to Avast on my computer. Either one would be a good choice. I would install MSE for anybody's computer.
MSE is a no brainer.
I'd take it a step further and set their default dns to opendns. They do a pretty good job filtering the crap out.
Another vote for MSE.
Since it's free and there is no subscription it's by far the most hassle-free set it and forget it antivirus.
MSE is great, I'd also recommend you install TeamViewer or something similar to help them remotely.
All very good ideas. Cannot go wrong here.
I'd take it a step further and set their default dns to opendns. They do a pretty good job filtering the crap out.
jeez.
I think there's a program made my Microsoft that works well..... or so I hear.
CCleaner might be good too .. and set it to run on boot up.
MSE and OpenDNS ..
...as well as maybe throw on SpywareBlaster (update and enable all protection) and Spybot Search & Destroy (disable TeaTimer, Update and Immunize ).. you'll have to manually update them (free versions) for them once a month or so.
..That should keep them pretty safe from themselves for awhile . .
create an OpenDNS account for them and setup restrictions for them as well perhaps.
CCleaner might be good too .. and set it to run on boot up.
did spybot improve here over the last year or two? I stopped using it awhile back here as there was issues with it slowing down IE as it put about 3000 or so entries into the host file to redirect know bad sites back to the computer. I've switched to malwarebytes and superantispyware inastead.
Yeah it went through a complete redesign recently.
The entries in the hosts file are optional, that's from the Immunize function..you don't have to do that. But as a scanner...it's a good addition to the other usuals...MWB, SAS, etc.
Hmm, good to know. Spybot used to be a great tool and then got quickly surpassed by SAS and MBAM and kinda sucked so I stopped using it. You're saying it's improved since then? Is it worth running active or just as a scanner?
Going to break the cycle and suggest Avira. MSE has gone downhill in its detection and scan scores. See:
http://www.av-comparatives.org/images/stories/test/summary/summary2011.pdf
Avira is the highest rated free AV, and it is what I'm going to switch all of my home machines too. I know everyone loves MSE (I do too) but it scored way to low this year compared to other products so I think it's time to try Avira again.
Just wait until version 4 of MSE is officially out...they really beefed it up towards today rogues. Been running the BETA for a while...seen it bag some recent xp antivirus 2012/hard disk failure rogues.
I used to use Avira for some "freebie" clients, friends, family. But it's so damn naggy with the upgrade to pro/paid version...drives end users nuts.
Just wait until version 4 of MSE is officially out...they really beefed it up towards today rogues. Been running the BETA for a while...seen it bag some recent xp antivirus 2012/hard disk failure rogues.
I used to use Avira for some "freebie" clients, friends, family. But it's so damn naggy with the upgrade to pro/paid version...drives end users nuts.
any date on when it is officially released?
Going to break the cycle and suggest Avira. MSE has gone downhill in its detection and scan scores. See:
http://www.av-comparatives.org/images/stories/test/summary/summary2011.pdf
Avira is the highest rated free AV, and it is what I'm going to switch all of my home machines too. I know everyone loves MSE (I do too) but it scored way to low this year compared to other products so I think it's time to try Avira again.
I'd take it a step further and set their default dns to opendns. They do a pretty good job filtering the crap out.
You can stop them from popping up without modifying avira...+1 to this and MSE.
Avira may have gotten better but it's still annoying as hell with all the upsell popups.