W7 virus scan ?


  1. hvnsent3030
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    W7 virus scan ?


    i've heard that you don't need to install a virus scan/anit-virus programs, becasue Windows 7 has it's onw.. "built in".. IS THIS TRUE ? I was going to install AVG, but.. I'm not sure i need too..
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  3. whs
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    Vista, Windows7, Mint Mate, Zorin, Windows 8
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    Not true. Forget AVG - use MSE.
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  4. karlsnooks
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    MS Windows 7 Ultimate SP1 64-bit
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    I second the recommendation you received.

    Microsoft Security Essentials is a free, excellent, non-obtrusive FREE anti-virus program.

    Install and use is extremely easy.
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  6. hvnsent3030
    Posts : 19
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    Thanks !!! :d
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