I have a HP Laptop, it has Windows Vista, its about a year old and its in great condition. I want to make sure my laptop stays this ways so I have been looking around for a good Anti-Virus software to prevent any type of virus, spyware, malware, etc. from damaging my laptop. I do not have a lot of experience or knowledge when it comes to the difference between Spyware, Malware, virus, and all the other stuff that we need to protect our computers and laptops from, so I am hoping that someone would help me choose whats best for me at this point.

What are the top 2 Anti-Virus programs that I can look at? Do they all protect from the same issues? Do they all protect from Malware or Spyware and all the other dangerous things that can damage my laptop?

I would appreciate as much help on choosing the right anti-virus software for my HP Laptop, money is not really an issue but if there is a software that doesn’t cost so much and it does the same job I will look at that as well.

Thanks for your help fellow Yahoo’ers

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I’m tired of paying for virus software! Whats the point it doesnt even work! McAfee. Trash. Norton. Garbage. Microsoft. A joke. I’m so mad because I’m tired of buying computers and laptops. I’m getting a Mac but until then which is the best to use? A friend told me get Avira. What is that? Is it all I need? Just tell me something. Thanks.

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I am looking at new laptops and was considering buying an antivirus system, but it would be nice if i could get a good one for free. What are some good ones and possibly what not to get. I am talking about FREE downloads off the internet that will protect my computer. Thanks so much.

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My uncle and I bought 2 laptops in the last 2 days..yesterday we went to best buy and bought PC Cillin Anti-Virus software(disk)..i was wondering if i will be able to use this software on BOTH laptops–both Laptops need protected..thnx (this question is under beauty because no one ever answers under the computer category, lol)

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a couple questions

1. does the brand of the computer affect the speed and performance of the computer and if so which brand is the best to get.

2. also is does mac not get viruses because viruses aren’t intended for mac or because the mac’s security system is strong enough to keep hackers out.

3. Should I get a Mac, a PC, or a linux and tell me why for other reasons than that PC plays the most games.

4. I am looking at used laptops because I have a very low budget so I was wondering if i get a mac I have enough money to get a used Powerbook G4 on ebay is this worth it or are only the new macbooks really the fast and reliable macs

5. Finally and i THANK YOU if u gave the time to read all this. What laptop should I get I want to know from personal experiences which exact laptop people have that they know have everything

P.S. please answer at least one or two of these questions but i will give the best answer to whoever can answer all five the best. :-] thank you

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I have just started using macbookpro always used to use windows laptops and pc’s I’m confused as to whether I need to get virus, hacker, spyware and protection for all other risks, i want to use the internet to buy things and check bank details but haven’t so far as have always had norton or simialr on pc’s and have nothing on my mac!!! Please solve my confusion!!!!

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I want to use this laptop for school (writing assignments), and i want it last, i don’t want a crappy one. I like the Apple brand, and they have great service, whereas Dell doesn’t. I have a Dell desktop, and it’s not that it’s bad, but when i decided to purchase it, what attracted me to them was their cheap price, l(799.99.) But i ended up paying like 00.00 b/c i got sucked in by the sales guy, who said to me "well you also need this, and that……" and ever since i regretted not buying a laptop. And my friend bought a Dell laptop, and within 4 months of having it, she got a virus, and they couldn’t repair it for her. I am only considering the dell b/c of it’s prices, and people tell me it’s good. I have never had a laptop, so i wanted to ask people who have had experience with purchasing various laptops before.

Thank You

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Ok So im using my school computer at home because my laptop is being fixed because i had a rootkit infestation on my computer
So anyway i brought it home and downloaded STOPzilla on it
Now it looked really dodgey but i was told to (not by my teacher)
So anyway since then i have been having a problem with the internet
a load of pictures have been coming up just as a Mc Afee Symbol and the advertisments on bebo come up as a meebo chatroom where im talking to real people i kno
im really confused and dont know what to do
they bought really expensive laptops with no expensive anti virus programs! they put on the mcafee FREE TRIAL!!!!
So i cant download any software and i havnt got a reliable anti virus (unless you could Clamwin) what should i do?
Without breaking the computer this is the last one left
15 stolen from my school on thursday night
its a big school but there were only 16 laptops
so i really need to keep this safe and working
Help!
I hate asking questions and im sooo close to level 2 but i wont make it today
Thanks for the help guys in advance

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my uncle and i both got Laptops yesterday and the day before–yesterday we bought PC Cillin Antivirus software(disk) and what i was wondering is, will i be able to use this disk on BOTH computers?

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Long story short (and I won’t give you a sob story) I bought a few years old tablet-pc (laptop w/ stylus and turning screen) so I can take notes in class. I’m in highschool, taking (literally) the hardest classes available in the US. If you don’t know what the IB program is, Google it. I’m a senior IB Diploma student, and again Google that if you aren’t familiar with the International Baccalaureate program.

Anyway, sorry to draw that out but I bought this laptop, used it to take notes as a tablet pc and that worked great. Now it died and it’s going to cost me more than I paid to fix it.

Does anyone have a laptop they don’t need anymore? I can pay shipping, etc, whatever’s needed but I just don’t have any money to purchase another computer.

Believe me when I say this: I’m not picky at all. Also I can re-install Windows or remove a virus or something if it needs something like that.

If you think you can help at all please do let me know.

Thank you!!
People, I’m sorry. I didn’t expect this to turn into…this.

I don’t know how to prove it’s not a scam. I mean, anything that anyone would give me isn’t probably gonna be worth selling now is it?

Now I know how the internet works and I suppose I should have expected this…regarding a job, has anyone here taken a look at the job market??

Believe me or don’t, I’ve looked for a job. I took economics last year; the economy is a pretty bad shape right now. Otherwise I think I would have a job and have bought a working computer by now.

I’ll try craigslist, thanks. Hadn’t thought of that.

If you find this offensive I’m sorry. I’ll see about pulling the question. I was just trying to see if, as people regularly upgrade their laptops, anyone had one they didn’t want anymore…possibly sitting in a closet or the like.

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I’m buying a laptop now. I’m not sure if i should go with a Mac or a standard notebooks. I like the Mac video editing features and the photobooth stuff and how it is not as prone to viruses as other laptops. I need one with a lot of memory, the standard applications like a writing application etc., and something that I can download applications easily on. But are Macs really hard to use? Are applications more geared towards PCs than Macs?
thanks in advance.

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I recently bought a used laptop, a Toshiba Tecra 9100. On startup, it will sometimes freeze before Windows XP can even load. If Windows does manage to load and I get to the desktop, it will freeze soon after. And this is if the laptop even starts up, sometimes I’ll press the power on button and the indicator light will come on, without any other sign of life. I then have to hold the button until the light goes off, then try again. I also don’t have any peripherals attached (mouse, wireless USB adapter, etc.), and it does this with the AC cord connected as well as disconnected.
I was just wondering if these laptops are known to ever experience these problems, because then when I get it repaired, I can point the technician in the right direction (resulting in me hopefully paying less in time saved). He estimated the work would cost 0 CAD, unless it took over an hour. He tested the hardrive and checked viruses for free, and found no problems.
Any info/ thoughts are appreciated, Thanks

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I Think My School Laptop Has A Virus?
Ok So im using my school computer at home because my laptop is being fixed because i had a rootkit infestation on my computer
So anyway i brought it home and downloaded STOPzilla on it
Now it looked really dodgey but i was told to (not by my teacher)
So anyway since then i have been having a problem with the internet
a load of pictures have been coming up just as a Mc Afee Symbol and the advertisments on bebo come up as a meebo chatroom where im talking to real people i kno
im really confused and dont know what to do
they bought really expensive laptops with no expensive anti virus programs! they put on the mcafee FREE TRIAL!!!!
So i cant download any software and i havnt got a reliable anti virus (unless you could Clamwin) what should i do?
Without breaking the computer this is the last one left
15 stolen from my school on thursday night
its a big school but there were only 16 laptops
so i really need to keep this safe and working
Help!
I hate asking questions and im sooo close to level 2 but i wont make it today
Thanks for the help guys in advance
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2 Laptops seem rather decent to me
and the laptop’s ability to play games (e.g. N64 Emulators and games like Halo and Oblivion) is pretty much the deciding factor between these computers. That and overall function.

The first laptop which I am leaning towards is a
HP Dv5000 LAPTOP(intel 1.7 dual pro, 2g ram, 80g, 256m graphic card)
The guy is asking 0 for this
Is this a good deal?
Its used but in good condition.
Also this guy will apparently install Norton Anti virus for a year
Which I told him sure
Even though I pay for McAfee

Also there is another laptop
which is a
DELL LATITUDE D600 1.6GHZ 1024MB 40GB CDRW/DVD WIFI XP PRO LAPTOP

and 5 is being asked for this one

Which do you think is better?
Which do you think could play games the best?

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2 Laptops seem rather decent to me
and the laptop’s ability to play games (e.g. N64 Emulators and games like Halo and Oblivion) is pretty much the deciding factor between these computers. That and overall function.

The first laptop which I am leaning towards is a
HP Dv5000 LAPTOP(intel 1.7 dual pro, 2g ram, 80g, 256m graphic card)
The guy is asking 0 for this
Is this a good deal?
Its used but in good condition.
Also this guy will apparently install Norton Anti virus for a year
Which I told him sure
Even though I pay for McAfee

Also there is another laptop
which is a
DELL LATITUDE D600 1.6GHZ 1024MB 40GB CDRW/DVD WIFI XP PRO LAPTOP

and 5 is being asked for this one

Which do you think is better?
Which do you think could play games the best?

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is there a disk i can buy and use for two laptops or does it only work for one.

is buying it online through Norton for .00 good?

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