| Windows 7: Lifetime Antivirus Subscription?? |
17 Feb 2013
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Lifetime Antivirus Subscription?? Bitdefender is offering a lifetime 2013 Internet Security Software program for $75.00. Lifetime updates and upgrades!!
My first question is, is BD the ONLY one that offers lifetime subscriptions?
My second question would be, when they say lifetime, do they mean the lifetime of the PC, or when your PC finally needs to go and it's time to buy another one, will they let you put the lifetime subscription on the new PC as long as you are only maintaining one license?
If the latter is true, then this would be a no brainer for someone to download and install this AV program for $75.00, just like myself and many have done with the lifetime offers of Malwarebytes and Superantispyware!!!! We will pay more than that over a lifetime buying new upgrades and softwares at $20-$40 a pop.
However, I have a feeling that it will probably only work for the lifetime of the PC you put it on, in that case, for $75.00, I guess it depends on how long you use your PC.
I do know that the lifetime license for Malware Bytes and Superantispyware, are truly lifetime, and when you buy a new PC, you can put the subscription on the new one, as long as you don't go over the number of authorized licenses.
What say you???
Jack | My System Specs |
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17 Feb 2013
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#2 | | Windows 7 HP 64bit, Windows 8 Pro w/Media Center 64bit Covington, La |
Where did you see this offer? Can't find it on their site.
Jim | My System Specs | | Computer type PC/Desktop System Manufacturer/Model Number Home Built OS Windows 7 HP 64bit, Windows 8 Pro w/Media Center 64bit CPU Phenom II X6 1100T Motherboard ASUS M5A99X EVO Memory Crucial Balistic 8gb DDR3-1866 CL9 Graphics Card MSI R6850 Cyclone IGD5 PE Sound Card On Board Monitor(s) Displays ASUS VE258Q 25" LED with DVI-HDMI-DisplayPort Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 Keyboard Logitech K120 Mouse Logitech Marble Mouse USB, Logitech Precision Game Pad PSU Seasonic X650 80 Plus GOLD Modular Case Corsair 400R Cooling Antec Kuhler H2O 620, Two 120mm and four 140mm Hard Drives Two WD Cavier Black 2TB Sata III, WD My Book Essential 2TB USB 3.0 Internet Speed 15MB Antivirus Norton IS 2012, Malwarebytes Pro Browser IE-10, FF-19 Other Info APC UPS ES 750, Netgear WNR3500L Gigabit & Wireless N Router with SamKnows Test Program, Motorola SB6120 Gigabit Cable Modem. Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer, Epson V300 Scanner |
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Quote: Originally Posted by Phone Man Where did you see this offer? Can't find it on their site.
Jim  Here's the link Jim! I would love to hear from as many as possible on this link before I decide to do anything. Bitdefender 2013 | My System Specs | | |
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#4 | | windows 7 home 64bit Belfast Ireland |
* Lifetime protection key is valid for the computer you first install it on, for the lifetime of the machine, not exceeding 5 years;
** Average market value, calculated for 5 years of an average Internet Security license;
*** Save up to 75% per year. Calculation for 5 years of PC Lifetime. | My System Specs | | System Manufacturer/Model Number W530-3630QM1 OS windows 7 home 64bit CPU INTEL-CORE I7 Memory 16GB Hard Drives 750GB Browser Chrome |
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Quote: Originally Posted by maxie * Lifetime protection key is valid for the computer you first install it on, for the lifetime of the machine, not exceeding 5 years;
** Average market value, calculated for 5 years of an average Internet Security license;
*** Save up to 75% per year. Calculation for 5 years of PC Lifetime. The old 'bait and switch' tactic! They should NOT call this lifetime!!! They should simply say a 5 year license for one PC!! | My System Specs | | |
17 Feb 2013
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#6 | | Windows 7 HP 64bit, Windows 8 Pro w/Media Center 64bit Covington, La |
Typical advertising gimmick. LIFETIME in big bold letters and then the tiny footnote at the bottom of the page. Anti-Virus software are always going on sale or have rebates. I use Norton IS and got it free the last 3 years through rebates and that is the 3pc version.
Jim | My System Specs | | Computer type PC/Desktop System Manufacturer/Model Number Home Built OS Windows 7 HP 64bit, Windows 8 Pro w/Media Center 64bit CPU Phenom II X6 1100T Motherboard ASUS M5A99X EVO Memory Crucial Balistic 8gb DDR3-1866 CL9 Graphics Card MSI R6850 Cyclone IGD5 PE Sound Card On Board Monitor(s) Displays ASUS VE258Q 25" LED with DVI-HDMI-DisplayPort Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 Keyboard Logitech K120 Mouse Logitech Marble Mouse USB, Logitech Precision Game Pad PSU Seasonic X650 80 Plus GOLD Modular Case Corsair 400R Cooling Antec Kuhler H2O 620, Two 120mm and four 140mm Hard Drives Two WD Cavier Black 2TB Sata III, WD My Book Essential 2TB USB 3.0 Internet Speed 15MB Antivirus Norton IS 2012, Malwarebytes Pro Browser IE-10, FF-19 Other Info APC UPS ES 750, Netgear WNR3500L Gigabit & Wireless N Router with SamKnows Test Program, Motorola SB6120 Gigabit Cable Modem. Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer, Epson V300 Scanner |
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#7 | | windows 7 home 64bit Belfast Ireland |
Always read the small print | My System Specs | | System Manufacturer/Model Number W530-3630QM1 OS windows 7 home 64bit CPU INTEL-CORE I7 Memory 16GB Hard Drives 750GB Browser Chrome |
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Quote: Originally Posted by maxie Always read the small print  You sound like my wife!! | My System Specs | | |
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Quote: Originally Posted by Phone Man Typical advertising gimmick. LIFETIME in big bold letters and then the tiny footnote at the bottom of the page. Anti-Virus software are always going on sale or have rebates. I use Norton IS and got it free the last 3 years through rebates and that is the 3pc version.
Jim  That's true Jim. I got Avast Internet Security in early 2012. A 2 year license for 2 PCs for the price of a 1 year license and 1 PC.
Here's a thought. I wonder if someone who has a license, like myself, that lasts until 2014, could download a promotion like BitDefender is running, and just keep the download in the download folder until the current license runs out in 2014 and still be able to open the BD download and use it for 5 years???
Hey! We gotta do something to counter act the 'bait and switch' advertising!! | My System Specs | | |
17 Feb 2013
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#10 | | Windows 7 HP 64bit, Windows 8 Pro w/Media Center 64bit Covington, La |

Quote: Originally Posted by jack1953 
Quote: Originally Posted by Phone Man Typical advertising gimmick. LIFETIME in big bold letters and then the tiny footnote at the bottom of the page. Anti-Virus software are always going on sale or have rebates. I use Norton IS and got it free the last 3 years through rebates and that is the 3pc version.
Jim  That's true Jim. I got Avast Internet Security in early 2012. A 2 year license for 2 PCs for the price of a 1 year license and 1 PC.
Here's a thought. I wonder if someone who has a license, like myself, that lasts until 2014, could download a promotion like BitDefender is running, and just keep the download in the download folder until the current license runs out in 2014 and still be able to open the BD download and use it for 5 years???
Hey! We gotta do something to counter act the 'bait and switch' advertising!!  Too much trouble and they still get your money. Just don't buy their product or wait for a super rebate like I did 3 times with Norton.(all free after rebates)
Jim | My System Specs | | Computer type PC/Desktop System Manufacturer/Model Number Home Built OS Windows 7 HP 64bit, Windows 8 Pro w/Media Center 64bit CPU Phenom II X6 1100T Motherboard ASUS M5A99X EVO Memory Crucial Balistic 8gb DDR3-1866 CL9 Graphics Card MSI R6850 Cyclone IGD5 PE Sound Card On Board Monitor(s) Displays ASUS VE258Q 25" LED with DVI-HDMI-DisplayPort Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 Keyboard Logitech K120 Mouse Logitech Marble Mouse USB, Logitech Precision Game Pad PSU Seasonic X650 80 Plus GOLD Modular Case Corsair 400R Cooling Antec Kuhler H2O 620, Two 120mm and four 140mm Hard Drives Two WD Cavier Black 2TB Sata III, WD My Book Essential 2TB USB 3.0 Internet Speed 15MB Antivirus Norton IS 2012, Malwarebytes Pro Browser IE-10, FF-19 Other Info APC UPS ES 750, Netgear WNR3500L Gigabit & Wireless N Router with SamKnows Test Program, Motorola SB6120 Gigabit Cable Modem. Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer, Epson V300 Scanner Lifetime Antivirus Subscription?? problems? All times are GMT -5. The time now is 07:44 AM. | |