Posts Tagged ‘start’

How can I reduce my risk of getting a virus off of Frostwire? And what is the odds of getting a virus?

I have AVG free and know how to check for file sizes, im just planning to download songs. Chosen Answer: I would change anti-virus programs to start. Avira is probably your best bet for free. Also if you got HIPS program like threatfire, or Comodo if you open a song and it was a trojan [...]

I have a virus on my laptop, what free virus protector can I download that will remove the virus?

I have a virus on my laptop, what free virus protector can I download that will remove the virus and continue protecting my laptop? I have used the free avg version until it expired. I’ve also tried to download it again, but it says the code has expired… Chosen Answer: To Remove Virus in you [...]

Problem with AVG 2011 free edition?

So a few days ago AVG (free edition) had an update for 2011… Ever since i installed it my Internet Explorer will not load, the spinner just keeps going and nothing loads… I CANNOT click on my desktop icons, so i have to get on IE using the start menu… DO NOT tell me i [...]

How to stop auto scanning by AVG free edition?

The AVG Free edition anti-virus program starts scanning my computer whenever I switch it on. I find it extremely annoying, but can’t see any setting to disable it. Could you tell how to accomplish this? I have AVG 7.5. The option “If missed, start immediately when computer start up” in the “Schedule Daily Test” dialog [...]

Do I have to uninstall my nortons antivirus if I install AVG antivirus?

I have had nothing but trouble with my Nortons Antivirus so I am downloading AVG free scanner. Do I have to uninstall my Nortons or just disable it? I have until May of this year on my subscription. So far all of the answers have been very helpful. I am just waiting for the download [...]

How do I change my avg automatic scan start time?

I have the most update AVG virus protection. I set it up to auto scan everyday at 10.00am. However this slows the computer down whilst scanning so wish to change the time to a time when not likely to be on computer.However I cannot seem to find where to do this , any ideas? Thanks [...]

AVG Antivirus – How can I deactivate scanning of Word Excel Documents?

I have AVG Antivirus Free Edition. Whenever I open a Word or Excel Document, they are scanned for virus which delays opening them. How can I deactivate virus scanning for MS Office documents such as Word and Excel? Thank you for your help. Chosen Answer: In Windows, click on Start | Run, and in the [...]

Everytime i start my computer AVG updates, and slows my computer down, Why is this happening?

Everytime i startup my computer over, the avg 7.5 box comes up and says it is downloading new updates, this happens EVERYDAY and it’s really bothering me, i’d like to keep the AVG but what is the reason for all this updating? Chosen Answer: You have it set to automaticly update every time you boot [...]

Does anyone know how to find a truly free avg download?

I had to uninstall my present avg so the new free avg could download. When I had to restart my computer, I couldn’t find the truly free version. I can only find the free trial version or one that makes you buy other offers… Chosen Answer: You may want to start over by uninstalling it [...]