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<blockquote data-quote="Nico@FMA" data-source="post: 173539" data-attributes="member: 8154"><p><span style="font-size: 15px"><strong>Paid-for security software </strong></span></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Paid-for software provides an high grade all-round antivirus, antispyware and firewall solution accessed through a single interface.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Individual components are automatically updated at the same time so you get protection against the latest threats.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Most security suites come with multi-user licenses so you can install the same protection on two or more computers in your home.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Many include useful extras, such as performance management or backup and recovery tools that can help you restore your computer in the event of a disaster.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Paid-for security suites provide expert customer and technical support.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Higher detection and removal capabilities.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Sophisticated intrusion detection and identity protection.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Emergency updates and vulnerability updates.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Advanced dedicated removal tools and patches.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Compatible with virtually any software including custom software.</li> </ul><p><span style="font-size: 15px"><strong>Paid-for security software cons</strong></span></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Security suites can be expensive – usually around £30-£50, and you’ll also face ongoing costs usually in the form of an annual subscription in order to receive updates after the initial period of protection is over (usually a year).</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">You may not always need all the options a security suite provides and, therefore, you may be doubling up in some areas or paying for protection you won’t use.</li> </ul><p><span style="font-size: 15px"><strong>Free security software pros</strong></span></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">It’s possible to reasonable protect your computer by using separate free antivirus, antispyware, antispam and firewall programs in tandem.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">You choose only the tools you need. If you already use a built-in firewall and antispyware program, then you may only need to install an antivirus program rather than pay for an entire security suite.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Free antivirus software means you can try different tools to find one that suits without worrying about wasting money.</li> </ul><p><span style="font-size: 15px"><strong>Free security software cons</strong></span></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Free antivirus software provides only a minimum level of protection and lacks the extra features of paid-for software.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">You’ll have to keep each individual program updated to ensure you’re protected against most of the latest threats.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Most free security software programs are trial versions of paid-for packages and may have time limits for how long you can use them.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Free antivirus software is typically single-user so you’ll need to download, install and manage a separate version on all your computers.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">You’ll get limited technical support. Most free antivirus programs only have online support.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Less advanced removal capabilities.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Less advanced detection capabilities.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Less advanced vulnerability protection.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Less sophisticated overall protection.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">More false positives and more data corruption due less advanced removal options (leaving remnants)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Free antivirus software conflicts more and has less usability and compatibility, next to performance issues.</li> </ul><p></p><p>Just a few differences out of the top of my head.</p><p>I am sure that some exceptions can be made and that I missed one or 2 things.</p><p>But lets say this paid antivirus does cost money and they are not cheap, but if take into account what you get in return across the whole spectrum then its a rather small investment which buys you the 3 most important things for a company:</p><p></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Solid security & performance.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Continuity & Data loss protection.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Compatibility & Flexibility.</li> </ul><p>Cheers</p><p></p><p>Ps I just injected this piece into my guide as I just realized its rather good saves me explaining next time.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Nico@FMA, post: 173539, member: 8154"] [SIZE=4][B]Paid-for security software [/B][/SIZE] [LIST] [*]Paid-for software provides an high grade all-round antivirus, antispyware and firewall solution accessed through a single interface. [*]Individual components are automatically updated at the same time so you get protection against the latest threats. [*]Most security suites come with multi-user licenses so you can install the same protection on two or more computers in your home. [*]Many include useful extras, such as performance management or backup and recovery tools that can help you restore your computer in the event of a disaster. [*]Paid-for security suites provide expert customer and technical support. [*]Higher detection and removal capabilities. [*]Sophisticated intrusion detection and identity protection. [*]Emergency updates and vulnerability updates. [*]Advanced dedicated removal tools and patches. [*]Compatible with virtually any software including custom software. [/LIST] [SIZE=4][B]Paid-for security software cons[/B][/SIZE] [LIST] [*]Security suites can be expensive – usually around £30-£50, and you’ll also face ongoing costs usually in the form of an annual subscription in order to receive updates after the initial period of protection is over (usually a year). [*]You may not always need all the options a security suite provides and, therefore, you may be doubling up in some areas or paying for protection you won’t use. [/LIST] [SIZE=4][B]Free security software pros[/B][/SIZE] [LIST] [*]It’s possible to reasonable protect your computer by using separate free antivirus, antispyware, antispam and firewall programs in tandem. [*]You choose only the tools you need. If you already use a built-in firewall and antispyware program, then you may only need to install an antivirus program rather than pay for an entire security suite. [*]Free antivirus software means you can try different tools to find one that suits without worrying about wasting money. [/LIST] [SIZE=4][B]Free security software cons[/B][/SIZE] [LIST] [*]Free antivirus software provides only a minimum level of protection and lacks the extra features of paid-for software. [*]You’ll have to keep each individual program updated to ensure you’re protected against most of the latest threats. [*]Most free security software programs are trial versions of paid-for packages and may have time limits for how long you can use them. [*]Free antivirus software is typically single-user so you’ll need to download, install and manage a separate version on all your computers. [*]You’ll get limited technical support. Most free antivirus programs only have online support. [*]Less advanced removal capabilities. [*]Less advanced detection capabilities. [*]Less advanced vulnerability protection. [*]Less sophisticated overall protection. [*]More false positives and more data corruption due less advanced removal options (leaving remnants) [*]Free antivirus software conflicts more and has less usability and compatibility, next to performance issues. [/LIST] Just a few differences out of the top of my head. I am sure that some exceptions can be made and that I missed one or 2 things. But lets say this paid antivirus does cost money and they are not cheap, but if take into account what you get in return across the whole spectrum then its a rather small investment which buys you the 3 most important things for a company: [LIST] [*]Solid security & performance. [*]Continuity & Data loss protection. [*]Compatibility & Flexibility. [/LIST] Cheers Ps I just injected this piece into my guide as I just realized its rather good saves me explaining next time. [/QUOTE]
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