McAfee Internet Security 2009 1 User

Protect yourself, your computer, your identity and your family with McAfee Internet Security 2009. With the daily emergence of new and more sophisticated Internet threats that could disrupt your digital life, you need more than a simple anti-virus program. You need McAfee Internet Security 2009 - a comprehensive, feature-rich, and simple-to-use security software.

Identity Protection?Shop, bank, and trade online safely 2-way Firewall Protection SiteAdvisor?Warns about unsafe web sites SecurityCenter?A security status screen with fully customizable options SystemGuards?Warns when your computer shows specific behaviors that may signal virus, spyware, or hacker activity Stealth Mode?Makes your computer invisible to intruders online Shredder?Removes any trace of confidential files from your computer Parental Controls Data Backup Protection without Interference?Watch movies or play games uninterrupted as McAfee security service intelligently defers tasks, updates, and alerts when you’re in full-screen mode Minimum System Requirements Microsoft Windows 2000 (32-bit) with Service Pack 4 (SP4) or higher, XP (32-Bit) with Service Pack 1 (SP1) or higher, Vista (32 or 64-bit) 256 MB RAM or higher 800 X 600 or higher resolution 150 MB of available free drive space Internet connection Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later Optional - Mozilla Firefox 1.5 or later For 1 user only

User Ratings and Reviews

1 Star It’s 10:30 pm, and why am I sitting at my computer.
I have used McAffee for a couple of years, but this one is real junk. Since the last update, the console that allows me to stop a scan no longer appears. It scans whenever it feels like it. The infected files list in the log has a length of about 10 characters ( nothing like you have an infection in C:/Program_f. ) It gives false positives.

So, why am I sitting at my computer. Well McAffee decided to scan even though it was scheduled to run at 7am. I can’t stop it, and it will not let windows shut down. So, I suppose I do what I now have to do to shut down my computer - pull the plug.

4 Stars This was a great deal
This was a great price for this product. Installed with not problems. Love the parental controls.

1 Star I HATE THIS PROGRAM
I HATE THIS PROGRAM. Everyday there is something it does to waste my time. The most annoying ritual is I have to activate it several times a day. When I missed doing so, I had to re-install the program (downloading and installation - about 90 minutes). Several times a month the automatic update causes errors, at the least I have to stop everything and re-boot several time, or more often than not, the program informs me I have to re-install … again. It doesn’t work in the background either, whenever it decides to do something, (scan, download, update the program). Everything I’m doing crawls to a halt. No warning either, if I am doing something that needs the processor or the internet… too bad. (The only thing you can stop is the scan, if you look for the hidden icon, but by then it is too late.) If you try to change the settings (if you can find them) it announces you are unprotected all the time. Finally, they send you a butt load of ads that pop up on your desktop and you have to click the button “continue with what I am doing”

2 Stars OK (If you can get it to install properly)
For many years I used Norton, but the last version I used slowed my computer down, so I switched to McAfee a couple of years ago and was pretty happy with it. When my subscription expired, I purchased IS 2009. It works OK and I like the Site Advisor feature, but installing it was a nightmare. On my first attempt, the install hung up, so I manually uninstalled my old version and tried again. I couldn’t get Site Advisor to work and it kept prompting me to activate my product. So I tried to uninstall/install with no success. Finally, after rooting around through the support site, which I didn’t find all that good, I downloaded a separate product (MCPR.EXE)from McAfee which uninstalls old versions (even though the new version is supposed to uninstall the old one). After running that, I finally got the new version to install properly.

If I were switching to a different program, I might expect some glitches, but upgrading to a new version from the same company should NOT be this painful. This is probably my last version of McAfee.

4 Stars McAffee Upgrade
Easy to install from the disc as long as the original version was uninstalled; updates are automatic. Can’t recommend the online download option…

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Grisoft AVG Internet Security 2 Year Subscription

It’s all about protection. The world of the web is a wonderful reality with text, images and sounds that teach, excite, and invigorate. Yet, like any world, there are opportunists waiting to pounce on unwitting victims cruising the Internet. General advice is “Do not go online before installing Internet Security software to your PC”. AVG Internet Security is complete security protection against the most serious Internet threats. Defend yourself against viruses, worms, trojans, spyware, adware, hackers and spam. The built-in antivirus, anti-spyware and anti-spam tools keep your inbox free and clear - while a firewall defends your PC from hacker intrusions. Compatible with Windows Vista. 24/7 technical support provided at no extra cost Improved virus detection based on better heuristics and NTFS data streams scanning Unique automatic threat-removal anti-spyware engine Automatic firewall profile switching for improved security and usability AVG’s world-class product support is provided at no extra cost to all registered AVG customers Up-to-the-minute updates available around-the-clock as AVG virus experts react rapidly to new and emerging threats. High speed delivery via worldwide networks guarantees maximum protection levels for users Using the latest state-of-the-art detection technology, AVG detects spyware, adware, DLL-trojans, keyloggers, and much more. Malware hidden in data streams, archives, or the Windows registry is also detected AVG Firewall monitors all communication to and from the computer, blocking external attacks and preventing trojans from exporting confidential data AVG Resident Shield can include/exclude files from being scanned based on individual file extensions AVG can automatically heal or remove infected files Checks email from viruses

User Ratings and Reviews

2 Stars Slows your PC to Turtle Speed
This AVG Internet Security Product seems to do its job, however it does so at the expense of your computers resources. It slowed every aspect of my 3 computers to a snails pace. PC: 1GM or 2GB Ram, 2.1Ghz Pentium II. Opening documents SLOW, accessing the internet SLOW, opening Outlook SLOW, booting up SLOW. I did every speed trick I could find out about and it was still slow; used a program to clean and delete unused files (.tmp, etc). Cleaned out all non-critical start up programs, I made sure there was plenty of free space on my hard disk. I used a registry cleaner (ccleaner [free]) to clean up my registry. I defragged the drive, still SLOW, SLOW, SLOW. I then removed AVG and WOW it is like a new PC, fast again. By the way last years Norton 360 had similar effects.

MY NEW SECURITY PLAN: Use windows firewall (included in windows), my ISP also has a firewall, use Mozilla Firefox (free & better) not IE. Use a spam program Mailwasher. This has been working, no viruses and a fast computer again. Four friends have done the same with successful results. If you feel comfortable with more than this than I would try just Anti-spyware & Antivirus and not a complete suite. I’m not an computer expert, just a much happier user now that I have my PC back.

5 Stars Good Product! Great Price!
I purchased the AVG Internet Security software as a Christmas gift for a friend. It arrived very quickly and was the perfect gift for our friend!

1 Star don,t buy this sofware it is horrible
i installed avg internet security and then 2 days later i had no internet. had to call the Fios tech support and they told me that my internet ipv4 address is just and my internet should be working so i uninstalled the AVG internet security and my internet came back and this software is horrible i recommend Adaware pro 2008 you get a lot better service plus more protection that,s why it cost more $49.99 with amazon.com plus free shipping that is a good deal

2 Stars Not what I expected.
This product requires removal of the original software. Most upgrades do not. It is an inconveient requirement.

1 Star Sometimes IE can’t connect to web site
I use AVG IS on 2 PCs, both have the same problem, SOMETIMES a newly opened IE window can’t connect to web site(even localhost) while ping and other web applications working fine. I did a lot of seach on internet, try to find out the problem and did some changes on my PC, finally found out it’s because of AVG. After uninstall AVG, they are back to normal. So I’m only using AVG Anti-Virus part now. And my PC got much faster.

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Panda Global Protection 2009 3 User

Enjoy optimum security and safeguard your valuable data with Panda Global Protection 2009. It protects you from viruses, spyware, rootkits, hackers, online fraud, identity theft and all other Internet threats. The anti-spam engine will keep your inbox free from junk mail while the Parental Control feature ensures your children can use the Web safely. Anti-Malware Engine automatically detects and eliminates viruses, spyware, Trojans, rootkits, bots and other malware before they infect your computer. Genetic Heuristic Engine combines advanced algorithms to detect new variants of the most dangerous malware families. TruPrevent Technologies 2.0 silently analyzes the behavior of programs, blocking those that try to damage your PC. Wireless Monitor protects your wireless network from intruders. Anti-Phishing Filter recognizes fraudulent email and protects you from scams while you shop, bank or pay bills online. Anti-Banking Trojan Engine detects the most dangerous identity theft malware used by cyber-criminals to steal banking credentials. Anti-Rootkit Technology detects and removes silently installed rootkits used by malware or hackers to evade traditional antivirus products. Anti-Spam Filter keeps your inbox free from junk mail. Web Filter lets you use the Internet safely without the risk of infections, vulnerability exploits, browser hijacking or phishing websites. Personal Information Filter prevents theft from your PC of credit card numbers, social security numbers and any other personal information you define. Tune Up automatically finds and fixes problems in your PC and keeps your system running smoothly. It optimizes your PC performance by removing unnecessary registry entries, deleting temporary files and speeding up your hard disk.

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars panda global protection
I have run panda now for about 3 year very happy with it.I have tried Norton and was not impressed. Norton uses tomuch resources and slows down the pc.Mcafee is just annoyiing.Trend micro never worked So i tried panda and have been using it every since. virtualy unnoticed runs in the back ground and you wont know it is there. Panda will have a pop up when someone tries to access your wireless internet but it gets blocked and tells you so. I would say to try it you will like it.

5 Stars REALLY AWESOME PROTECTION
I can’t say enough about Panda Protection, I have had other virus protection before and have many viruses, and I have had Panda now for 4 years and have been virus free on 6 computers. I have had some other problems and the Panda tech support has been really great.

Pand is the only way to go.

Thanks,

Lenny G.

Biddeford, Maine

5 Stars Great pc condom
I have used Panda for 3 years and I can say it is one of the better IS softwares out there.

To give you some back ground about what I have used:

Macafee

Norton’s

Trend micro

Macafee was almost a joke and it has been sometime since I have used it but it did not pick up a whole lot. This program might as well say viruses welcome. It may have been better but since Microsoft bought Macafee I don’t trust it too much, why you say? Look at Vista.

Norton’s did a good job but this program is like a bipolar girlfriend. One year Norton’s does great and the next it crap’s out. I think we all would agree a good stable Internet security program wins over bells and whistles.

Trend Micro was good up until I used Panda for the first time and saw what it had missed, holy cow! This software gets good rateings and still let’s bad guys in as if cops are on holiday.

Now, I have looked into BitDefender and found from other reviews this program is a crap shoot. If it works it’s great and if it does not work, well, format c:

Understand, Internet Security software should be a necessity for those of you who surf the net, also most if not all IS software will slow your system down a bit due to the fact it will be all throughout your system protecting you from viruses, trojans, phishing, id theft and other such bad things. I also want to say antivirus is better than nothing but for today’s pc user it’s not enough, you need a total package.

No software is perfect, even Panda. I would suggest you do your homework and check reviews from other sources such as Cnet, Tom’s hardware, Computer user and other sources.

Happy surfing

5 Stars PANDA INTERNET SECURITY
If you are looking for an “all-in-one” internet and email protection program, then this is the right one for you. I have used this program for the last 8 years and have never been infected with a virus - many have been caught and deleted and that is what we want done.

5 Stars Panda Global Protection 2009
I got my Panda faster than I expected and I’m very pleased with my product! Thanks Amazon for saving my life with this product.

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McAfee Total Protection 2009 1 User

Protect yourself, your computer, your identity and your family with McAfee Total Protection 2009. With the daily emergence of new and more sophisticated Internet threats that could disrupt your digital life, you need more than a simple anti-virus program. You need McAfee Total Protection 2009 - all-you-need, feature-rich, and simple-to-use security software.

Anti-phishing?Alerts you to web sites that may try to steal your identity Identity Protection 2-way Firewall Protection SiteAdvisor?Warns about unsafe web sites SecurityCenter?A security status screen with fully customizable options SystemGuards?Warns when your computer shows specific behaviors that may signal virus, spyware, or hacker activity Stealth Mode?Makes your computer invisible to intruders online Shredder?Removes any trace of confidential files from your computer Parental Controls Data Backup Protection without Interference?Watch movies or play games uninterrupted as McAfee security service intelligently defers tasks, updates, and alerts when you’re in full-screen mode Minimum System Requirements Microsoft Windows 2000 (32-bit) with Service Pack 4 (SP4) or higher, XP (32-Bit) with Service Pack 1 (SP1) or higher, Vista (32 or 64-bit) 256 MB RAM or higher 800 X 600 or higher resolution 150 MB of available free drive space Internet connection Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later Optional - Mozilla Firefox 1.5 or later For 1 user only

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars works great
cant remeber if I ordered this one or TOTAL PROTECTECTION. how ever I recieved this one im happy with it so its no big thing. I think I meant to order the TOTAL PROTECTECTION and ordered viruse scan plus 2009 with out thinking about it but its no big thing cause this one works just the same with a few things missing the identity theft protection but I can buy that so I will Im happy with this one

2 Stars Not worth it if it was free.
A 30 day version of this came with a Dell computer. It is so “desirable” that Dell actually charged more to not install it!

It keeps claiming that the Virus scan has been disabled (without giving a reason), then if you manually force it to look for updates (when there are none) it turns virus scanning back on.

A good virus scanner should be silent until a virus is found. This one whines so much that that you might not know if a real problem occurred.

I can’t figure out what the firewall portion does that the built in windows firewall doesn’t already do.

1 Star I HATE THIS PROGRAM
I HATE THIS PROGRAM. Everyday there is something it does to waste my time. The most annoying ritual is I have to activate it several times a day. When I missed doing so, I had to re-install the program (downloading and installation - about 90 minutes). Several times a month the automatic update causes errors, at the least I have to stop everything and re-boot several time, or more often than not, the program informs me I have to re-install … again. It doesn’t work in the background either, whenever it decides to do something, (scan, download, update the program). Everything I’m doing crawls to a halt. No warning either, if I am doing something that needs the processor or the internet… too bad. (The only thing you can stop is the scan, if you look for the hidden icon, but by then it is too late.) If you try to change the settings (if you can find them) it announces you are unprotected all the time. Finally, they send you a butt load of ads that pop up on your desktop and you have to click the button “continue with what I am doing”

5 Stars Great Computer Protection
McAfee Total Protection 2009 3-User

McAfee Total Protection is a must for any computer. I would not go on the Internet without it. It was very easy to install and works seamlessly with my computer. The software provides virus protection, protects against spy ware and sets up a firewall. Like the title states, it provides total protection.

5 Stars mcafee total protection
very good and easy to work or better it works by itself, install and forget. exellent for windows xp media center.

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McAfee Internet Security 2009 3 User

Protect yourself, your computer, your identity and your family with McAfee Internet Security 2009. With the daily emergence of new and more sophisticated Internet threats that could disrupt your digital life, you need more than a simple anti-virus program. You need McAfee Internet Security 2009 - a comprehensive, feature-rich, and simple-to-use security software.

Identity Protection?Shop, bank, and trade online safely 2-way Firewall Protection SiteAdvisor?Warns about unsafe web sites SecurityCenter?A security status screen with fully customizable options SystemGuards?Warns when your computer shows specific behaviors that may signal virus, spyware, or hacker activity Stealth Mode?Makes your computer invisible to intruders online Shredder?Removes any trace of confidential files from your computer Parental Controls Data Backup Protection without Interference?Watch movies or play games uninterrupted as McAfee security service intelligently defers tasks, updates, and alerts when you’re in full-screen mode Minimum System Requirements Microsoft Windows 2000 (32-bit) with Service Pack 4 (SP4) or higher, XP (32-Bit) with Service Pack 1 (SP1) or higher, Vista (32 or 64-bit) 256 MB RAM or higher 800 X 600 or higher resolution 150 MB of available free drive space Internet connection Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later Optional - Mozilla Firefox 1.5 or later For up to 3 users

User Ratings and Reviews

2 Stars OK (If you can get it to install properly)
For many years I used Norton, but the last version I used slowed my computer down, so I switched to McAfee a couple of years ago and was pretty happy with it. When my subscription expired, I purchased IS 2009. It works OK and I like the Site Advisor feature, but installing it was a nightmare. On my first attempt, the install hung up, so I manually uninstalled my old version and tried again. I couldn’t get Site Advisor to work and it kept prompting me to activate my product. So I tried to uninstall/install with no success. Finally, after rooting around through the support site, which I didn’t find all that good, I downloaded a separate product (MCPR.EXE)from McAfee which uninstalls old versions (even though the new version is supposed to uninstall the old one). After running that, I finally got the new version to install properly.

If I were switching to a different program, I might expect some glitches, but upgrading to a new version from the same company should NOT be this painful. This is probably my last version of McAfee.

4 Stars McAffee Upgrade
Easy to install from the disc as long as the original version was uninstalled; updates are automatic. Can’t recommend the online download option…

1 Star I HATE THIS PROGRAM
I HATE THIS PROGRAM. Everyday there is something it does to waste my time. The most annoying ritual is I have to activate it several times a day. When I missed doing so, I had to re-install the program (downloading and installation - about 90 minutes). Several times a month the automatic update causes errors, at the least I have to stop everything and re-boot several time, or more often than not, the program informs me I have to re-install … again. It doesn’t work in the background either, whenever it decides to do something, (scan, download, update the program). Everything I’m doing crawls to a halt. No warning either, if I am doing something that needs the processor or the internet… too bad. (The only thing you can stop is the scan, if you look for the hidden icon, but by then it is too late.) If you try to change the settings (if you can find them) it announces you are unprotected all the time. Finally, they send you a butt load of ads that pop up on your desktop and you have to click the button “continue with what I am doing”

1 Star It’s 10:30 pm, and why am I sitting at my computer.
I have used McAffee for a couple of years, but this one is real junk. Since the last update, the console that allows me to stop a scan no longer appears. It scans whenever it feels like it. The infected files list in the log has a length of about 10 characters ( nothing like you have an infection in C:/Program_f. ) It gives false positives.

So, why am I sitting at my computer. Well McAffee decided to scan even though it was scheduled to run at 7am. I can’t stop it, and it will not let windows shut down. So, I suppose I do what I now have to do to shut down my computer - pull the plug.

4 Stars This was a great deal
This was a great price for this product. Installed with not problems. Love the parental controls.

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Panda Internet Security 2009 3 User

Panda Internet Security 2009 is a security suite that lets you use the Internet with complete peace of mind. It protects you from viruses, spyware, rootkits, hackers, online fraud, identity theft and all other Internet threats. The anti-spam engine will keep your inbox free from junk mail while the Parental Control feature ensures your children can use the Web safely. Anti-Malware Engine automatically detects and eliminates viruses, spyware, Trojans, rootkits, bots and other malware before they infect your computer. Genetic Heuristic Engine combines advanced algorithms to detect new variants of the most dangerous malware families. TruPrevent Technologies 2.0 silently analyzes the behavior of programs, blocking those that try to damage your PC. Personal Firewall protects you against Internet-borne worms and hacker attacks. Smart auto-configuration allows good programs to run while blocking malicious ones. Wireless Monitor protects your wireless network from intruders. Intrusion prevention blocks known and unknown hacker attacks and vulnerability exploits. Anti-Phishing Filter recognizes fraudulent email and protects you from scams while you shop, bank or pay bills online. Anti-Rootkit Technology detects and removes silently installed rootkits used by malware or hackers to evade traditional antivirus products. Web Filter lets you use the Internet safely without the risk of infections, vulnerability exploits, browser hijacking or phishing websites. Advanced Proactive Protection Technologies from Panda Security are widely recognized as the most effective against new and unknown malware System Requirements - Windows XP 32 and 64-bit, Windows Vista 32 and 64-bit, Pentium 300-MHz Processor or faster, 128MB RAM without TruPrevent, 512MB RAM with TruPrevent, 275MB free space, Internet Explorer 6.0, and CD-ROM drive

User Ratings and Reviews

3 Stars Generic
I had Norton 2009 installed on my computer. I was having some trouble with it and decided to order a different brand of internet security software. I purchased Panda. I installed it and compared to Norton it’s very generic. The full system scans literally took “forever”, plus I didn’t feel the layout was very user friendly when it came to configuring what features you wanted to turn on and off. There was no option for a quick scan so you had to choose the full scan which took about 45 min to an hour. Also, once you uninstall you cannot reinstall and keep your remaining subscription days, the disk is no longer valid. I ended up going back to Norton, got my situation resolved and was able to reinstall my Norton product with no problems. You can buy Norton for up to 3 pc’s on Amazon for 39.99 which is a good deal. The same product on the Norton website is about 79.99. I am used to Norton because I have used it for so long so I may be partial, but if I ever wanted to switch again it would not be for Panda. It may be cheap to buy but it’s also cheap to use. I didn’t have it on long enough to judge whether or not it is a good internet security product so it’s just my opinion that it’s not user friendly for me.

5 Stars Great product!
I am a very basic person when it comes to computers and this Security system is not only basic but it does more then just keep your computer safe, even[...] has it as one of its best, great product highly recommended.

5 Stars panda- the most most wonderful!!!!!!!
i got this a month ago, or so.

i have had 3 or 4 other security things… the big name ones…

and this is BETTER.

hands down. no question. i highly suggest.

i seriously think You’ll not be disappointed, only relieved and grateful!!!!!

peace.

t.

:)))

5 Stars excellent product
This is an excellent product. We have used Norton in the past but decided to go with something else. Panda is an excellent choice. You can find it much cheaper here on Amazon.com. Very pleased!

5 Stars This “No-Techie” Loves Panda!
I’m not a “techie”, so I can’t give any info in that area, but here’s what I do know: This is my 2nd year for using Panda Internet Security and it works great for my desktop PC and laptop. The 2009 version seems to be a little more user-friendly over 2008; the layout of the screens in the window look better and they seem to be easier to navigate. Installation is a breeze (you don’t have to uninstall the old version of Panda). Automatic updates (every time you go online) are unobtrusive. Alert notifications (for every little thing!) can be user-defined so you don’t have to be bothered with the pop-ups unless you choose to…you can just let it do it’s thing in the background. It can seal your system in a steel cocoon, a gauze curtain, or somewhere in between, according to your preferences. It doesn’t bog my system down like some of the others I’ve tried. The spam filter is self-learning, so at first you really need to monitor that folder to teach it what you want to let through. There is free 24 hr tech support, but I’ve never needed it. You can upgrade to the newer version through the Panda website when your 1 year subscription expires…but you can buy it a lot cheaper at other places (like Amazon). And best of all, I haven’t been invaded by any of those horrible things lurking around on the internet!!!

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