Computer Handyman Of Long Island, Inc.

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Note:  As of November, 2009, I have retired.  I am leaving the website in place for now, as it contains much useful information, and it took countless hours to collect and assemble all of this.

 

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Viruses

We all hear about the danger of computer viruses.  As a precaution, We recommend the installation of anti-virus software, and the regular updating of virus definition files.  Computer Handyman uses Norton Internet Security on his computers.  Other options are listed below.  Be aware that the mere installation of any product is no guarantee that you will be safe, but it's a good and important first step. 

 

If your Internet Service Provider is Cablevision, be aware that as an Optimum Online customer you can download the full Computer Associates Security Suite, free for one year.  I checked with Cablevision, and they stated that after a year, you could download it free again.  Of course, policies could change, but I'm going to give it a try (abandoning Symantec, for now).  You can, too, by clicking on the picture that follows, to request your new security software from Computer Associates.  They will send an email with further instructions on how to download and install this software.  Just be sure to check the system requirements first. 

 

 

 

Other options:


 

FREE online virus scans:

 

 

 

ESET Online Scanner

 

 

Kaspersky Lab leads the industry in virus detection rates, antivirus and antispyware update frequency, and virus outbreak response time.

 

 

 

Trend Micro

 

BitDefender Online Scanner

 

 

 

Products you can install:

 

 

AntiVir PersonalEdition Classic (free)

 

avast! 4 Home Edition (free)

(Runs on Windows 98)

 

AVG Free Edition (free)

(recommended)

 

BitDefender Free Edition

(Runs on Windows 98)

 

ClamWin (free)

(Runs on Windows 98)

 

ESET - NOD32

 

F-Secure.com - Malware Removal Tools

 

http://www.my-etrust.com/microsoft

(1 year free, from CA)

 

Kaspersky Active Virus Shield

(free, from AOL for anyone)

 

McAfee

 

Panda Cloud Antivirus

 

PC Tools AntiVirus Free Edition

 

Prevx 1 - Free Protection

 

Symantec (Norton)  (recommended)

 

ThreatFire (free)