Re: Really need computer help
 

Norton, back in the day was good. Since ohh 2002 or somewhere around there they lost their way, the software got bigger and it got hit by EA syndrome - Producing a new version every year just for the sake of it, not because their are new features.

As a result of that they have to do new things and integrate with everything just to justify the new version. To force people to get the new version they also don't release virus updates for the old editions.

That is why I don't like Norton. However AT you should take less caffine (of whatever you take http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/images/smilies/wink.gif) because no virus firm is going to make viruses. That is just ridiculous.

Re: Really need computer help
 

So what is a good solid alternative to NORTAN? And yes, I will bet that if they don't make the viruses themselves, they are still behind who does.

Re: Really need computer help
 

Free:

http://www.grisoft.com/

Paid:

http://www.grisoft.com/


Also, it should be pointed out that McAffee AV has slumped as low as Norton AV these days...

Re: Really need computer help
 

I use AVG (the grisoft boys finest free edition) and it works OK, picked up a couple of viruses which I got through my own stupidity so seems to do the job. And it's free. Result!

Viruses are made for a whole variety of reasons, you don't need to be 'behind' someone to make them do it. From professional scammers to extortionist to bored kids viruses will be written, why get involved?

Re: Really need computer help
 

I use a version of McAfee (Network Associates) provided by my school that works quite nicely.

Re: Really need computer help
 

Well I must thank everyone very much for their help, especially the direction to dsl. I reccomend them to any one with a similar problem as I found them extremely helpful. I just hope I never have to talk to them again http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/images/smilies/happy.gif