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joshgar0006
Member
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09-24-2016, 02:44 AM
#1
The gap between you and online criminals is almost nonexistent except for basic common sense. Many people express strong dislike for Norton, but I’ve stayed loyal to it for five years. From my 2009 laptop to now, I’ve backed Norton consistently. Since 2012, though I’ve become more interested in technology, I’ve noticed increasing criticism directed at Norton without clear reasons. It’s time to seek advice from the community—especially since Norton has recently been removing files like F@h and Cudaminer, and I’ve had to restore them myself. First question: Why is there so much dislike? Second, what are some better alternatives and why should I consider them?
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joshgar0006
09-24-2016, 02:44 AM #1

The gap between you and online criminals is almost nonexistent except for basic common sense. Many people express strong dislike for Norton, but I’ve stayed loyal to it for five years. From my 2009 laptop to now, I’ve backed Norton consistently. Since 2012, though I’ve become more interested in technology, I’ve noticed increasing criticism directed at Norton without clear reasons. It’s time to seek advice from the community—especially since Norton has recently been removing files like F@h and Cudaminer, and I’ve had to restore them myself. First question: Why is there so much dislike? Second, what are some better alternatives and why should I consider them?

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Logarion
Member
202
10-03-2016, 01:32 AM
#2
I've been using Common Sense 2015. It performs well and runs smoothly.
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Logarion
10-03-2016, 01:32 AM #2

I've been using Common Sense 2015. It performs well and runs smoothly.

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pidies
Member
151
10-03-2016, 07:51 AM
#3
It's quite outdated, consumes a lot of resources, packed with unnecessary software, and doesn't really catch malware well. Bitdefender is fine, but it lagged behind others. Now it feels average.
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pidies
10-03-2016, 07:51 AM #3

It's quite outdated, consumes a lot of resources, packed with unnecessary software, and doesn't really catch malware well. Bitdefender is fine, but it lagged behind others. Now it feels average.

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General_Barok
Junior Member
6
10-03-2016, 03:49 PM
#4
Zemana stands out as a top choice. It leverages multiple malware repositories and offers technical access at no cost. Simply register for the beta to receive a permanent license.
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General_Barok
10-03-2016, 03:49 PM #4

Zemana stands out as a top choice. It leverages multiple malware repositories and offers technical access at no cost. Simply register for the beta to receive a permanent license.

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EthRry
Member
64
10-12-2016, 05:08 AM
#5
Some people recall their instructor saying that Norton was the only antivirus capable of eliminating its own malware, and that free users would face new threats with misleading warnings.
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EthRry
10-12-2016, 05:08 AM #5

Some people recall their instructor saying that Norton was the only antivirus capable of eliminating its own malware, and that free users would face new threats with misleading warnings.

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TheLittleTiGer
Junior Member
38
10-15-2016, 01:58 AM
#6
Norton is heavy and clueless, so why purchase a superfast machine just to make it run so slowly for safety? It functions as a malware blocker by rendering your device so sluggish that you won’t access it, preventing virus downloads. Lol Webroot, thanks!
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TheLittleTiGer
10-15-2016, 01:58 AM #6

Norton is heavy and clueless, so why purchase a superfast machine just to make it run so slowly for safety? It functions as a malware blocker by rendering your device so sluggish that you won’t access it, preventing virus downloads. Lol Webroot, thanks!

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Xythorn
Member
66
10-16-2016, 10:02 AM
#7
A few individuals haven't changed since 2003.
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Xythorn
10-16-2016, 10:02 AM #7

A few individuals haven't changed since 2003.

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DianaPolis
Member
61
10-23-2016, 03:18 AM
#8
Norton performed well overall; Avast and NOD32 were solid choices. Panda worked until they introduced excessive bloatware. Pop-up ads? Yes. Blocking unwanted sites? Yes. Firewall protection? Somewhat. Malware concerns? Not addressed clearly.
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DianaPolis
10-23-2016, 03:18 AM #8

Norton performed well overall; Avast and NOD32 were solid choices. Panda worked until they introduced excessive bloatware. Pop-up ads? Yes. Blocking unwanted sites? Yes. Firewall protection? Somewhat. Malware concerns? Not addressed clearly.