about avira AV

raident30 · 08-02-2009, 05:55 PM

im thinking about downloading this free AV... is it the best free AV out there? is it better than AVG? what are the pros and cons of having an anti virus in my system? will it slow down the speed of my system when it comes to gaming?

thnx for the answers!

**Basementgeek** · 08-02-2009, 09:01 PM

Hi:

I have used both, but I like AVG, many people will disagree with me.

What are the pros and cons of using a A/V? Pretty much is if you love wiping your hard drive and a complete re install of ALL your programs, inculding the operating system, go with an A/V and a Firewall.

Just my 2¢ is all.

BG

**RobinHamilton** · 08-03-2009, 02:47 PM

raident30,

I downloaded Avira on my sons new laptop, which has Vista OS, and it was a very simple download. Just remember to upgrade after the install. As with most AV's it just sits there and does its thing. We've had no problems with it at all. It will flash up a prompt asking if you want to upgrade to the paid version every time it updates its database however, it's just a simple click of the mouse to say no thanks. It's no big deal, especially for such a good AV.

I've never used AVG but according to some reviews I've read it can be heavier on resources than others. I've never found Avira to be a problem with regard to resources but I guess that depends on the individual machine.

As for pro's and con's of using an AV, I don't suppose it matters too much which one you use, as long as you use one. An AV is a must have if you are browsing the web.

As Basementgeek suggests, if you are using a free AV, you will probably want to get yourself a firewall too. There are very good free ones available.

For more info see the PC Safety and Security sticky at the top of this page. This will suggest a few things you could use to make your machine much safer. Most are very easy to download and install and use very little resource, in some cases none.

Hope this helps.

Cheers.

Rob.

Kinetix7 · 08-04-2009, 01:56 AM

I suggest going with avast! antivirus. In my experience its easier to use and works better than Avira.

rodb · 08-04-2009, 01:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kinetix7

I suggest going with avast! antivirus. In my experience its easier to use and works better than Avira.

I'll second that.

raident30 · 08-04-2009, 06:10 PM

thnx for the replies... im thinking of using avira.. but ill also try avast! ill decide later on

djmoore7.11 · 08-06-2009, 05:00 AM

After using AVG, Avira AV and Avast!, I prefer Avira AV over them all.

For gaming, definently go with Avira AV! For the best try NOD32, but it's pay.

If you wanna get the most out of gaming try running IObit's Game Booster. I found it helps a lot. To be the safest, if possible, disconnect and then run Game Booster.

http://www.iobit.com/gamebooster.html

Hope I helped.

Asphodel · 08-09-2009, 11:45 PM

I prefer Avira - avast is Ok too, but it let some nasties through. And AVG just slowed down my system too much.

08-02-2009, 05:55 PM	#1 (permalink)
raident30 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 38 OS: windows vista starter service pack 2	about avira AV im thinking about downloading this free AV... is it the best free AV out there? is it better than AVG? what are the pros and cons of having an anti virus in my system? will it slow down the speed of my system when it comes to gaming? thnx for the answers!

08-02-2009, 09:01 PM	#2 (permalink)
Basementgeek Moderator, Home Support Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Central Ohio, USA Posts: 1,474 OS: XP Pro SP2/Vista Ultimate SP2 Blog Entries: 3	Re: about avira AV Hi: I have used both, but I like AVG, many people will disagree with me. What are the pros and cons of using a A/V? Pretty much is if you love wiping your hard drive and a complete re install of ALL your programs, inculding the operating system, go with an A/V and a Firewall. Just my 2¢ is all. BG __________________ Donating to the forum keeps TSF free for all. Proud member of ASAP

08-03-2009, 02:47 PM	#3 (permalink)
RobinHamilton I helped the forums. Join Date: May 2008 Location: Ayr, Scotland Posts: 66 OS: XP SP3	Re: about avira AV raident30, I downloaded Avira on my sons new laptop, which has Vista OS, and it was a very simple download. Just remember to upgrade after the install. As with most AV's it just sits there and does its thing. We've had no problems with it at all. It will flash up a prompt asking if you want to upgrade to the paid version every time it updates its database however, it's just a simple click of the mouse to say no thanks. It's no big deal, especially for such a good AV. I've never used AVG but according to some reviews I've read it can be heavier on resources than others. I've never found Avira to be a problem with regard to resources but I guess that depends on the individual machine. As for pro's and con's of using an AV, I don't suppose it matters too much which one you use, as long as you use one. An AV is a must have if you are browsing the web. As Basementgeek suggests, if you are using a free AV, you will probably want to get yourself a firewall too. There are very good free ones available. For more info see the PC Safety and Security sticky at the top of this page. This will suggest a few things you could use to make your machine much safer. Most are very easy to download and install and use very little resource, in some cases none. Hope this helps. Cheers. Rob.

08-04-2009, 01:56 AM	#4 (permalink)
Kinetix7 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 46 OS: Windows 7	Re: about avira AV I suggest going with avast! antivirus. In my experience its easier to use and works better than Avira.

08-04-2009, 06:10 PM	#6 (permalink)
raident30 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 38 OS: windows vista starter service pack 2	Re: about avira AV thnx for the replies... im thinking of using avira.. but ill also try avast! ill decide later on

08-06-2009, 05:00 AM	#7 (permalink)
djmoore7.11 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 7 OS: Windows	Re: about avira AV After using AVG, Avira AV and Avast!, I prefer Avira AV over them all. For gaming, definently go with Avira AV! For the best try NOD32, but it's pay. If you wanna get the most out of gaming try running IObit's Game Booster. I found it helps a lot. To be the safest, if possible, disconnect and then run Game Booster. http://www.iobit.com/gamebooster.html Hope I helped.

08-09-2009, 11:45 PM	#8 (permalink)
Asphodel Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 46 OS: XP, SP2	Re: about avira AV I prefer Avira - avast is Ok too, but it let some nasties through. And AVG just slowed down my system too much.