Security Suites

[timw128]

Hello-

I've been using Avast Internet Security suite for 3-4 yrs. now and would like to move on to a program that

is perhaps a bit lighter on the system, and a bit better in detection.

I looked at Bitdefender, however I have read that it doesn't play well with Opera browser, which I use

exclusively, and do not want to change. The other product I am looking at is the Kaspersky Internet

Security suite.

Could I get some opinions and recommendations, please?... Thank you, in advance, for any opinions and/or

suggestions.

Regards-

tim

 

[UsernameIssues]

MSE is certainly light weight.

Panda is a bit heavier, but more aggressive.

 

[MarkP15]

I've used many different programs, and believe through experience that Kaspersky Total Security is the best you can get. You can even get an older version, then migrate to the new one if you want to save cash.

It's not resource-intensive, and you can change how effective the protection is (so if it is too resource-intensive for your liking, you can reduce the depth of the scan).

Norton and ESET should be avoided, never seem to work as effectively as other suites and cost too much for their function.

I've never seen McAfee detect as many threats as Kaspersky...

Hope that helps,

Mark

 

[1PW]

Hello timw128:

You might find the below helpful.

https://threatcenter.crdf.fr/?Stats

HTH

 

[timw128]

MSE is certainly light weight.

Panda is a bit heavier, but more aggressive.

No, and no.... but, thanks for the input. My query was with regard to Security Suites, firewall inclusive.

 

[timw128]

I've used many different programs, and believe through experience that Kaspersky Total Security is the best you can get. You can even get an older version, then migrate to the new one if you want to save cash.

Norton and ESET should be avoided, never seem to work as effectively as other suites and cost too much for their function.

Thanks, Mark...we're on the same page. The Avast firewall is perfect, as is the Kaspersky. I'm leaning toward

the Kaspersky Internet Suite, even though a bit pricey in comparison. Avast support simply sucks, and they

will deny every issue presented to them.

Of note, ESET does make one hell of an online scanner, but couldn't agree more regarding your assessment

of their other products, and especially Norton.

I think we'll simply purchase the Kaspersky Internet Security 2016.

 

[timw128]

Hello timw128:

You might find the below helpful.

https://threatcenter.crdf.fr/?Stats

HTH

Hmmm, that source seems peculiar... that being it disagrees with every other test comparative out there.

The other considered sources pretty much indicate that both Bitdefender and Kaspersky products are the

highest rated in all of the benchmark categories. Bitdefender's a rather thrifty prog, whereas the Kaspersky

is a bit pricier.

Nonetheless, we certainly appreciate your input- Thanks!

 

[ThrashZone]

Panda has a firewall too :/
I like it personally I don't believe it's heavy at all

 

[MarkP15]

I agree Tim

Also, Kaspersky's support is simply the best...

Always reaching a solution and willing to help with fast response times

 

[timw128]

OK, you guys...this will more than likely turn into a facsimile of the great Chevy, Ford, Chrysler debate.

I've been with Avast for 8 yrs. now, and in my opinion as far as freeware goes, there is no equal to Avast in

that venue. However, when stepping up to the subscribed Internet Security suite, Avast starts

falling short. The Avast firewall is superb, and highly user definable.

Another situation that peeves me is that Avast is like going to a fancy restaurant, where everything is

ala carte, like a salad being a 'pay me' option . I believe their top tier Avast Premier 2016 is an

'all in' prog.

For the last 4-5 yrs., BitDefender and Kaspersky have dominated the Security Suites at all the major

review sources. BitDefender support sucks, like Avast's, in as much as they tell me it works fine with the

Chromium driven Google Chrome, but they decline to commit as to efficacy with the Chromium driven

Opera. Chrome is heavy, and they messed their start page option up a couple of years ago, whereas

Opera has that really slick Speed Dial feature, is way more nimble, and has better security features.

Since we all like looking at pictures, I've included some attachments for informative purposes.

First up is the Avast menu, followed by Kaspersky, which for the extra $5 you can get the Total Security,

which has some cool features... Actually, due to the size of the Kaspersky product advertisement, we'll

simply post the link here first-


http://usa.kaspersky.com/products-s...urity/internet-security/?domain=kaspersky.com

 

[MarkP15]

You can also migrate to a new version with Kaspersky, so you can basically buy an older version for nothing and upgrade...

 

[timw128]

You can also migrate to a new version with Kaspersky, so you can basically buy an older version for nothing and upgrade...

Mark, I don't comprehend your 'buy an older version for nothing' statement...have you been listening too

much to Bernie Sanders???...

I know what you mean, though, but I'll just pay for that top tier Total Security. Yeah, have to wait another

month for that Graphics Card update, but what the heck... LOL!

Thanks for your input, Mark.

tim

 

[MarkP15]

Tim, I basically mean you can buy an older version of Total Security (or any software product, like Internet Security) and migrate to the new one for free - it's Kaspersky's migration policy.

For example, I buy the 2013 version of Internet Security at £10 for 3 PCs for a year. Then, I migrate to the 2016 version for free, as per Kaspersky's migration policy.

Instead of paying around £40 for the 2016 version, I pay £10 for the 2013 version and upgrade for free, saving me £30.

I don't get the Bernie Sanders quote; as a Brit, I don't really follow American politics

Anyway, hope I helped you!

Kind Regards,

Mark

 

[MoxieMomma]

You can also migrate to a new version with Kaspersky, so you can basically buy an older version for nothing and upgrade...

This is essentially correct.

License support for Kaspersky consumer products is currently -1 to +3 versions.
Upgrading is always free within one's valid, unexpired license period.

So, for example, for KIS/KAV/KTS 2016, a valid legal license (e.g. purchased as a standalone from an authorized reseller, in a sealed box) would be good for the following versions: 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
Many Kaspersky users prefer this method of licensing to "subscription" licensing, with all of its issues with auto-renewal.

In other words, a "good" KAV/KIS/KTS 2015 license can be used to activate or upgrade to KAV/KIS/KTS 2016.
(Each product has its own licensing, so a KAV license must be used for KAV, a KIS license for KIS, and so on. But there are ways to upgrade in place, for a fee.)

In fact, I just yesterday cleanly upgraded my main production desktop from KIS 2015 to KIS 2016, with 196 days remaining.

All of this is predicated on the fact that the license is valid and legal, of course.
KL does geo-restrict their licenses -- so a US license might not work in Asia, as an example.
And these rules may not apply in all geo-locales (because of piracy issues in certain parts of the world).

HTH, MM

 

[scr]

For what it's worth Kaspersky currently has a sale going for Total Security at $129.99US for three years for 1 to 3 devices, normally $269.97US. I'm considering a switch but I really need to try it out first.

 

[timw128]

Tim, I basically mean you can buy an older version of Total Security (or any software product, like Internet Security) and migrate to the new one for free - it's Kaspersky's migration policy.

I don't get the Bernie Sanders quote; as a Brit, I don't really follow American politics

Yes, I understand what you're saying, Mark...Avast operates on the same policy, too.

Well, regarding Bernie Sanders, you're not missing a thing...things are quite messy globally. I have friends in

England, and am acutely aware of the issues over there, as well.

Anyway, yeah, I'm glad you participated in this thread- Thank you!

tim

 

[timw128]

You can also migrate to a new version with Kaspersky, so you can basically buy an older version for nothing and upgrade...

This is essentially correct.

License support for Kaspersky consumer products is currently -1 to +3 versions.
Upgrading is always free within one's valid, unexpired license period.

So, for example, for KIS/KAV/KTS 2016, a valid legal license (e.g. purchased as a standalone from an authorized reseller, in a sealed box) would be good for the following versions: 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
Many Kaspersky users prefer this method of licensing to "subscription" licensing, with all of its issues with auto-renewal.

In other words, a "good" KAV/KIS/KTS 2015 license can be used to activate or upgrade to KAV/KIS/KTS 2016.
(Each product has its own licensing, so a KAV license must be used for KAV, a KIS license for KIS, and so on. But there are ways to upgrade in place, for a fee.)

In fact, I just yesterday cleanly upgraded my main production desktop from KIS 2015 to KIS 2016, with 196 days remaining.

All of this is predicated on the fact that the license is valid and legal, of course.
KL does geo-restrict their licenses -- so a US license might not work in Asia, as an example.
And these rules may not apply in all geo-locales (because of piracy issues in certain parts of the world).

HTH, MM

Yep, MoxieMomma, pretty much standard industry protocol there. Avast operates under the same premise.

Thanks for the input!

tim

 

[MoxieMomma]

For what it's worth Kaspersky currently has a sale going for Total Security at $129.99US for three years for 1 to 3 devices, normally $269.97US. I'm considering a switch but I really need to try it out first.

EDIT: Scratch what I wrote earlier. I missed the "3-year" part. Seems like a good deal.

For USA, the TRIAL versions are available for download here: Free Virus Protection & Internet Security Downloads | Kaspersky Lab US
(There are probably similar geo-specific links for users in other locales.)

HTH,

MM

 

[timw128]

For what it's worth Kaspersky currently has a sale going for Total Security at $129.99US for three years for 1 to 3 devices, normally $269.97US. I'm considering a switch but I really need to try it out first.

Hey, scr, how's it going?... Yeah, thanks for that... Avast just doesn't work like it used to. Network scan

notifies that network and router is vulnerable, due to obsolete firmware, yet we're running latest Netgear

firmware. And there's other issues, as well.

Thanks for participating!

tim

 

[timw128]

EDIT: Scratch what I wrote earlier. I missed the "3-year" part. Seems like a good deal.

Well, this is directly shot from the 2016 Kaspersky USA site-