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<blockquote data-quote="runawaybunny" data-source="post: 381279"><p>Are you sure we're talking about the same microsoft anti virus product? I switched over to microsoft security essentials when the first beta was offered to the public last year. Beta 2 came out in July 2010. The previous microsoft anti virus products were widely considered to be garbage, this new one has gotten some pretty good reviews. I'm generally not a huge microsoft fan but I do like this free software.</p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p>If you're looking for more configuration options I do like the stand alone version of NOD32. I used it for several years. Unfortunately last year it failed to prevent a root kit infection which latched on to my os and wouldn't shake loose. I had to format my hard drive and reinstall all of my programs and data. The NOD32 big claim to fame is that they can prevent root kits in the wild... huge fail.</p><p> </p><p>I've been happy with the new microsoft security essentials, but of course that doesn't mean that everyone will like it. It sounds like you are an advanced user that wants more advanced configuration choices. With NOD32 you can really get into the details. If you want an anti virus that you can install and forget about then you should consider microsoft security essentials. I use it but that's probably because I have a lazy streak and look for the anti virus that works but requires the least effort. This one has a no brainer set up, perfect for me. Download it onto a licensed windows system and it installs itself, no configuration required.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="runawaybunny, post: 381279"] Are you sure we're talking about the same microsoft anti virus product? I switched over to microsoft security essentials when the first beta was offered to the public last year. Beta 2 came out in July 2010. The previous microsoft anti virus products were widely considered to be garbage, this new one has gotten some pretty good reviews. I'm generally not a huge microsoft fan but I do like this free software. If you're looking for more configuration options I do like the stand alone version of NOD32. I used it for several years. Unfortunately last year it failed to prevent a root kit infection which latched on to my os and wouldn't shake loose. I had to format my hard drive and reinstall all of my programs and data. The NOD32 big claim to fame is that they can prevent root kits in the wild... huge fail. I've been happy with the new microsoft security essentials, but of course that doesn't mean that everyone will like it. It sounds like you are an advanced user that wants more advanced configuration choices. With NOD32 you can really get into the details. If you want an anti virus that you can install and forget about then you should consider microsoft security essentials. I use it but that's probably because I have a lazy streak and look for the anti virus that works but requires the least effort. This one has a no brainer set up, perfect for me. Download it onto a licensed windows system and it installs itself, no configuration required. [/QUOTE]
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