Which is the better choice of av software for use with FSX? ESET Smart Security 4 or NOD32 Antivirus4? Computer is also for general web and email use. ThanksWalt

Which is the better choice of av software for use with FSX? ESET Smart Security 4 or NOD32 Antivirus4? Computer is also for general web and email use. ThanksWalt

I use ESET Smart Security and recommended it. It covers all your needs vs an anti-virus only software.

I recommend just the ESET NOD32 software, I have no need for the 'extra gumpf' that comes with the Smart Security package. I also have no wish to have that 'extra gumpf' running in the background on my PC. System spec in my sig - the 64bit version of ESET NOD32 runs fine on Vista Ultimate x64 - when you purchase the product you want, you can download either 32bit or 64bit to suit your version of Windows.You could always download a free trial of both editions and evaluate them to see which best suits your particular needs.

I have Eset Smart Security but was running NOD32 previously. The Smart Security app means I don't need to load Superantispyware, which is good but slow. I see no difference in PC performance (I'm running W7 64), so I think you will be happy with either of the Eset apps. I never have virus or spyware isues.Cheers,Noel.

Smart Security has nothing to do with spyware. The Anti-virus covers that. All the security suite adds is a firewall.I Have a license for the security suite, but only use the Anti-virus. Nothing wrong with the security suite at all, but all you really need is the Anti-virus and the Windows firewall--you don't need a product with one. Many have overblown the "Need" for another firewall when it's just not true. The one included with Windows is far more than adequate. Plus, if you're behind a router, you're locked up even more.So, short answer is save some money and performance and just go with the anti-virus.

Smart Security has nothing to do with spyware. The Anti-virus covers that. All the security suite adds is a firewall.I Have a license for the security suite, but only use the Anti-virus. Nothing wrong with the security suite at all, but all you really need is the Anti-virus and the Windows firewall--you don't need a product with one. Many have overblown the "Need" for another firewall when it's just not true. The one included with Windows is far more than adequate. Plus, if you're behind a router, you're locked up even more.So, short answer is save some money and performance and just go with the anti-virus.

I run NOD32 and love it. Simple, without a lot of "fluff." Gets the job done...nuff said. :( Paul

I run NOD32 and love it. Simple, without a lot of "fluff." Gets the job done...nuff said. :( Paul

Exactly. This is all the majority need:1) An AV product. NOD is the best, no extra "Fluff"2) Windows firewall turned on3) A seperate spyware program of their choice to do a scan once a month. In other words, you don't need another "real-time" scanner like the AV.That's it. Nothing more.Adding anything else at all to the mix would be like me adding another dead-bolt to my front door--If someone really wanted in, they'd get by the second dead-bolt just as easy as the first. Same thing with security software.If someone wants into your system, they're getting in. Adding another layer of protection will not prevent that. The AV takes care of the viruses, the firewall takes care of the "wanna be" hackers: The first dead-bolt stops them. Those, however, that CAN bypass an AV and Windows firewall, just like the second dead-bolt on my door, have bigger fish to fry than our little systems, we aren't worth their effort. :(

Which is the better choice of av software for use with FSX? ESET Smart Security 4 or NOD32 Antivirus4? Computer is also for general web and email use. ThanksWalt

Just the NOD32 is more than enough and does not interfere with FSX. The security suite is overkill and is just another thing in the way of FSX running smoothly. Many users today run behind a internet gateway which is basically a router. A software firewall is superfluous and frankly is like trying to carry water in a screen.Best bang for the buck is NOD32 behind a router. Get a spyware scanner for those cases where you visit a site that isn't too friendly but a little care in the sites you visit or the links you click can go a LONG way in protecting your system.Vic

Anyone care to share their favorite antispyware apps? Is it worth buying payware or is freeware good enough? And how do you tell if your shiny new antispyware is actually phoning home itself? I've found Superantispyware pretty good, in that it picks up a lot of things others don't.http://www.superantispyware.com/Cheers,Noel.

Anyone care to share their favorite antispyware apps? Is it worth buying payware or is freeware good enough? And how do you tell if your shiny new antispyware is actually phoning home itself? I've found Superantispyware pretty good, in that it picks up a lot of things others don't.http://www.superantispyware.com/Cheers,Noel.

I use Spybot Search and Destroy in conjunction with AVG Free and keep a clean, smooth system.I've been thinking about splurging and getting NOD32, though. Don't think I can justify that, though.

Great information. Thanks guys.The reason I asked, yesterday I noticed a pending credit card charge from Symantec. I called them an it was for Norton AV subscription renewal. Since I am looking at changing AV software, I had no intention of "manually" re-newing the subscription.Apparently there is a check box somewhere for automatic subscription. Naturally hidden from obvious view. I am supposed to get a refund in 2-3 days but I know I'll have to call again to complain. Walt

Smart move Walt. Of all the AV products, Norton is the most invasive. Any time I set up a new system for someone, the FIRST thing I do is remove any trace of Norton. Then run my favorite program, PCDecrapifier, and remove the rest of the trash.Now before all the Norton fans get upset, I'm not saying it doesn't do a decent job of protection, just that the hooks it puts in the system interfere with smooth operation of programs like FSX and other operations and can be a problem at times.BTW, for a great program with real time monitoring of spyware, take a look at WinPatrol. There's a free version and a PLUS version. Basi9cally minitors and changes to your system, ie: something added to the start menu or something programmed to run at start up.Vic