Tue Jan 01, 2019 11:06 pm
#1662004
Kaspersky is bigger in China than Russia. It is also NOT government owned. The scare stories are way off.
Even if you are worried about Kaspersky, if running on a PC get a proper full blooded security suite. I have spent too many hours getting rid of the odd virus, but more importantly various bits of Malware - the free anti-virus products don't protect against them, and they can cause loads of problems/grief.
Admittedly sensible use of the net will go a long way - one old friend actually followed a malware link. and paid £40 or £50 to get it properly installed That took me over 24 hours solid work to clear. Wouldn't have been to bad if they had current backups, it would have been quicker to reinstall, then restore backup.
Save yourself the hassle for £20 to £40 a year!
KE
Even if you are worried about Kaspersky, if running on a PC get a proper full blooded security suite. I have spent too many hours getting rid of the odd virus, but more importantly various bits of Malware - the free anti-virus products don't protect against them, and they can cause loads of problems/grief.
Admittedly sensible use of the net will go a long way - one old friend actually followed a malware link. and paid £40 or £50 to get it properly installed That took me over 24 hours solid work to clear. Wouldn't have been to bad if they had current backups, it would have been quicker to reinstall, then restore backup.
Save yourself the hassle for £20 to £40 a year!
KE