Do I still need Norton security software even I have all necessary soft-wares in my computer?

I have windows vista home premium and have all recommended anti virus(Avast free home edition) and anti spyware(windows defender) and microsoft built in firewall.I can see I still have Norton Secuiry software in my install/uninstall list.I really don't know if It's safe to uninstall it from my system as I don't want to pay.Is there any safe way to uninstall it without harming my computer's other features?

Do I still need Norton security software even I have all necessary soft-wares in my computer?antispyware

Since you're running seperate Antivirus, antispyware, and relying on windows firewall, then you don't in fact need Norton for anything.

In fact, running multiple Antivirus programs simultaneously can have negative effects.

You should be able to uninstall it as you would any other program, but then again norton is notorious for making that process as painful as possible. Try searching for "Norton Removal Tool" on the net, that might help you out. (In fact, it's hosted on Norton's own website)

Why do software developers give freewares?

Nowadays, lot software developers/companies are releasing freeware / shareware and allows to download them to use. Like free anti virus, spywares, desktop utilities, etc. I believe they are not running charities?

Then why? What will be the profit for them?

Why do software developers give freewares?antivirus download

There are lots of different reasons for developers to offer their product for free.

1. Some are in beta testing, and they need people to use the software and offer feedback.

2. Tool bars and such can encourage you to use certain search engines or visit sites which they can make money off of.

3. Some are just sample versions to entice you to buy the full version of the software.

4. There are a number of open source developers, who believe that software should be offered for free so it can be built on as a community. You can read more about this category at the link below.

Why do software developers give freewares?bmw

for user to try out and give input about the software .. and they could make better n better .. then they sold it.
As a PC repair tech, I urge to be wary of free downloads. There are a lot of good free utilities out there, however a lot of these "free" programs can be bundled with spyware. This is often true of file-sharing programs and anti-spyware utilities. Before you download, search for reviews on the program.

I have found file hippo to be one of my favorite freeware download sites. Download.com is also good.

As far as free anti-spyware goes, I recommend Ad-Aware and Spybot. HijackThis, Rootkit Revealer, CWShreddrer are also great tools. A lot of people like MS AntiSpyware but I haven't used it.

Most of the big anti-virus companys offer a free online scan these days, including Symantec (Norton) %26 McAfee. PC PitStop also has a good one from Panda.

Can I download mac software onto my windows latop then save on my MP3 player then upload & insta

My reason for doing this is that I want to add programs to my Imac which is basically messed up. I wanted to add financial programs and also games to it as well as anti virus and anti spyware as well as whatever else I can find. Not sure if I can download onto my windows laptop cause I know its not compatible with mac software.. but all Im doing is using it as a launch area so I can get the programs onto my MP3...

Can I download mac software onto my windows latop then save on my MP3 player then upload %26 install in my Imac?antivirus downloads

Yeah, you can. A file is just a collection of 0s and 1s and you can transfer from Mac to PC, and the file stays the same. The only difference is the platform on which you open the files.

Can I download mac software onto my windows latop then save on my MP3 player then upload %26 install in my Imac?cafe racer

Yes, techinically u can do that as long as u dont try to run those mac files on windows system. But there r better and more sophisticated ways of doing it.

What is the software that removes brontok worm?

i have avg anti virus, it can not remove brontok worm.. some of my files are being multiplied by this virus, i am so much worried with regards to this, i need your answer guys....

do you know the best free software for this?

What is the software that removes brontok worm?antivirus programs

Brontok is as you say can not be easily deleted,It transmits rapidly on usb flash disk,some times you can not believe that brontok survives after formating of your flash usb.many anti virus are unable as long as i tried(like avg,kaspersky,avast,..).But recently i got Avira antivir and it completely destroyed it.May be you try to download it free.it is from Germany i think.good luck.

What is the software that removes brontok worm?computer protection

http://www.avast.com/eng/download-avast-...
Take a look here. Maybe this will help you. Be careful opening email from strangers and especially attachments in emails. Surf Safe!
Brontok, also know as Rontokbro, is a mass-mailing email worm that also spreads via USB and thumb drives. Brontok is a stubborn infector that takes a multifaceted approach to defy detection and removal. The worm disables security software to prevent automatic removal and reboots the system if an attempt is made to access certain tools necessary for manual removal. The Rontokbro / Brontok worm also modifies the HOSTS file to prevent infected users from accessing free online scanners. Here's how to thwart the worm's tricks and reclaim your system:

http://antivirus.about.com/od/virusdescr...

Why is my computer slow? It is a decent spec and It does not have any virus's or spyware/Malwar

I am wanting to get to the end of this but do not know how! My computer just seems sluggish and I just don't know what the problem could be.I want it to be as fast as it was when Ifirst installed XP if possible!

Here is some info about my computer

1024 mb ram - 160 gb hdd - pentium 4 ht (hyper threading) - 550w power supply - spire cpu cooler (heatsink) i think its for p4 775 - 64mb graphics adapter (is this poor even though i do not play games? ) - windows xp home service pack 2 - broadband connection (even though irrelevant to pc speed itself)

A few programs used on the computer

AVG anti-virus - Firefox - WMP 11 - Quicktime - Nero 6 - Spybot S%26E - BT applications for my broadband - IE7 - Registry Mechanic - Zone Alarm Firewall - Microsoft Office 2003 - Winamp

I constantly run checks for spyware and virus's on my computer but never find any, even on other software brands.

I want to solve the problem, as my pc's performance is not living up to.

I will appreciate your response

Why is my computer slow? It is a decent spec and It does not have any virus's or spyware/Malware!?antivirus protection

As a computer technician and having read through all of the other replys in this thread it would seem that the main problem may be the number of programs that are running in the background whilst you are trying to do other tasks.

My pc's infected with virus protec pro, nothing's getting rid of it. I've tried every

I've put new anti spyware programs and anti virus on and I still have an annoying icon in the taskbar that pops a message up every few minutes telling me I need to buy new software. All other traces of the trojan horse seem to be gone, only the icon in the task bar is left but it's the worst. To make matters worse it's my work computer.

My pc's infected with virus protec pro, nothing's getting rid of it. I've tried everything I can find onlineantivirus scan

Steve:

If you have not already download the free version of superantispyware do so. There is no conflict with your antispyware or antivirus program.

This free software will find and destroy what all other miss.

Plus you get free auto. updates daily.

If the software tell you to reboot, reboot after a complete scan and the spyware or virus is found and killed.

http://www.superantispyware.com

Minddoctor, France

My pc's infected with virus protec pro, nothing's getting rid of it. I've tried everything I can find onlinecomputer security

Thanks for the stars. I am quite surprised about "spy hunter", as this antispyware program is "rogue". No matter what, your problems are resolved.

I have mcafee virus scan plus do i still need spyware terminator or windowsdefender with realltime p

i have mcafee virus scan plus 2007 that already comes with a personal firewall and an anti-virus and with an antispyware but i still have spy ware terminator and windows defender on with real time protection on ,but becasue im trying to save some ram do you think i still need these software on all the time or am i already safe with mcafee

answer this question the best and ill pick you as the best answer

I have mcafee virus scan plus do i still need spyware terminator or windowsdefender with realltime protection?antivirus software

I can give you few links that deal with ant virus and anti spy wares. I think you have to select a standard anti virus. I have come across a website that gives a brief study on computer viruses and their removal. It is very useful. Please visit

http://jskproducts.co.uk/antivirus.htm Here they give details of free as well as paid ant virus programs.

You may also try to select and install a suitable anti spy ware from the following link to protect the Pc against spy ware attacks.

http://www.jskproducts.co.uk/spyware.htm . Here also free as well as paid software details are given!

I have mcafee virus scan plus do i still need spyware terminator or windowsdefender with realltime protection?computer virus

so the mcafee is good but avg is good too...

I am a computer tech and we always put on adaware too as the just in case... ya know. there is no such thing as being too safe.