Thanks for visiting FatWallet.com. Join for free to remove this ad.
lillazyfats81
Senior Member - 2K
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 8:59a
awesome deal for those whom dont currently ahve an AV!
meLikeAdeal
Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 9:01a
I have used pc-cillin for 2 yrs and it has been great so far.
Vulcan300
Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 9:05a
thanks, downloaded and saved key, might use this on clients machines :}
iSeeInPics
Senior Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 9:06a
I trust Trend Micro but is that site for real? It's almost to good to be true & I have never seen this AV software free unless there was a rebate involved. Hmmm, anyone?
iSeeInPics said: I trust Trend Micro but is that site for real? It's almost to good to be true & I have never seen this AV software free unless there was a rebate involved. Hmmm, anyone?
website is legit, offered by South Carolina Coast.net, community/news website from the Myrtle Beach area. You can just go to sccoast.net to check out where it's originating.
momotarosan
Senior Member - 1K
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 9:11a
i support desktops using TrendMicro and I don't trust it. One time I identified a machine as infected, ran full scan and TM found nothing...I renamed the file extension of the file I suspected to be a virus and rebooted. when the system came up TM detected the virus that I had already renamed.
dexterali
Addicted Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 9:12a
sweet thanks OP
qiaqiafeng
New Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 9:19a
Thanks. OP. Good to my 64bit vista
rameshbm
Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 9:20a
Thanks ok Downloaded
dealwagon
Ancient Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 9:22a
Not to thread crap, just a FWIW if you are not running the latest hardware with 2 Gigs RAM..
We switched from Norton (BLEHGHGGT!!!) to Trend Micro on our 10 PCs. Well, we had to install more ram, as each of them slowed down significantly with Trend Micro installed. We are switching to AVG this year.
If you have the hardware, this is a good deal!
StinkPot
Senior Member - 1K
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 9:39a
Vulcan300 said: thanks, downloaded and saved key, might use this on clients machines :} Second it
desynced
Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 10:04a
You can get it at Best Buy also for $3.99 if you find someone behind the customer service desk that doesnt know what they're doing. The $3.99 price is only for Geek Squad serviced customers, but if you catch the store at a busy time, go to customer service that has a register open (and close to the Geek Squad tech bench). Tell them you want a copy of Trend and point at the rack with a bunch of software in sleeves (not boxes) and start pulling cash or credit cards out so they dont question anything. It'll ring up for $3.99 without needing a Geek Squad service also purchased, unlike the Norton 360 and McAfee software also available on the same rack.
desynced said: You can get it at Best Buy also for $3.99 if you find someone behind the customer service desk that doesnt know what they're doing. The $3.99 price is only for Geek Squad serviced customers, but if you catch the store at a busy time, go to customer service that has a register open (and close to the Geek Squad tech bench). Tell them you want a copy of Trend and point at the rack with a bunch of software in sleeves (not boxes) and start pulling cash or credit cards out so they dont question anything. It'll ring up for $3.99 without needing a Geek Squad service also purchased, unlike the Norton 360 and McAfee software also available on the same rack.
isn't free better than $3.99?
coacheditionLS
Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 10:07a
Nice. Thank you.
dealwagon
Ancient Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 10:13a
Added links in quick summary..
qiaqiafeng
New Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 10:14a
Please save time, gas and extra $3.99.
desynced said: You can get it at Best Buy also for $3.99 if you find someone behind the customer service desk that doesnt know what they're doing. The $3.99 price is only for Geek Squad serviced customers, but if you catch the store at a busy time, go to customer service that has a register open (and close to the Geek Squad tech bench). Tell them you want a copy of Trend and point at the rack with a bunch of software in sleeves (not boxes) and start pulling cash or credit cards out so they dont question anything. It'll ring up for $3.99 without needing a Geek Squad service also purchased, unlike the Norton 360 and McAfee software also available on the same rack.
b0bzilla
Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 10:34a
Not a fan of Trend Micro - as bad as Norton in my book for sucking up system resources - BUT a great find. Good for parents/grand parents PC's. Just be aware that at the end of the year license that the pop ups and warnings will be non stop.
gadgetman
Senior Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 10:51a
Avast for me has worked great. Anyone else use it?
tuan2
Shopaholic Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 11:09a
gadgetman said: Avast for me has worked great. Anyone else use it?
Me but it doesn't stop a rootkit I have so I'll try this. BTW: Avast is on all my computers. Just try this on 1.
Opt4More
Broke Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 11:17a
Perfect. Thanks Mr. C!
omniwinner
New Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 11:19a
Great, Thanks
Boricua65
Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 11:24a
Third. I have a client's PC I have almost finished. After this install, I will image the client's computer.
gadgetman said: Avast for me has worked great. Anyone else use it?
Both of them are great
michele13
Addicted Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 12:00p
I keep getting these.... Error Message Invalid Serial Number
You have entered an invalid serial number. Please enter a valid number.
If you entered an incorrect serial number, click here to open instructions for entering the correct number.
If you have entered the correct serial number but continue to receive an error message, please contact Trend Micro Customer Support for help. (Error Code: 0x90000002)
Trend Micro Internet Security Suite 2008 slows your system down more than Avast but it also does more. TMISS 2008 protects against root kits, and contains a firewall.
hyz516
Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 12:12p
will it expire after one year or so? just tooo good to be true
cruelsister
Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 12:13p
A few of the above posts mentioned Norton as being heavy on resources. In the past this was true, but they have made amazing changes in the 2009 version. According to AV Comparatives, one of the best AV test sites, Norton had a 99% detection rate, second only to Avira and G-Data. Resource-wise it takes up (all modules included) around 20,000K RAM total which is quite good.
ps. TrendMicro is not the best choice at whatever price. Either Avira AV free or Avast AV free plus Comodo firewall (free) would be much, much preferable.
desynced
Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 12:34p
MISTERCHEAP said: desynced said: You can get it at Best Buy also for $3.99 if you find someone behind the customer service desk that doesnt know what they're doing. The $3.99 price is only for Geek Squad serviced customers, but if you catch the store at a busy time, go to customer service that has a register open (and close to the Geek Squad tech bench). Tell them you want a copy of Trend and point at the rack with a bunch of software in sleeves (not boxes) and start pulling cash or credit cards out so they dont question anything. It'll ring up for $3.99 without needing a Geek Squad service also purchased, unlike the Norton 360 and McAfee software also available on the same rack.
isn't free better than $3.99?
Yeah, I guess if you want an older version of software. I guess I should of stated that the one at Best Buy is the 2009 version.
bakalao2k
Senior Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 12:37p
gadgetman said: Avast for me has worked great. Anyone else use it?
Avast is good.
windie44
Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 12:38p
Yes I use Avast does everything I need. Of course everyone should have malwarebytes to remove the latest nastiness out there. Thanks to the poster though. I downloaded both the 32 and 64 bit may stick on a computer that needs something for free.
sunnymeadows
Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 12:41p
Thanks so much for sharing this!
wuhoo
Senior Member - 3K
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 1:01p
im using avg, is it worth it to switch to either Trend Micro or avast?
breaux124
Senior Member - 2K
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 1:23p
cruelsister said: ps. TrendMicro is not the best choice at whatever price. Either Avira AV free or Avast AV free plus Comodo firewall (free) would be much, much preferable.
I switched to Avira AV free recently after I had a problem with AVG, and it's light on resources and found a few items that AVG missed. I'm also using Comodo, but it's a little intrusive for non computer people.
TheFinalProphecy
Broke Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 1:39p
MISTERCHEAP said: desynced said: You can get it at Best Buy also for $3.99 if you find someone behind the customer service desk that doesnt know what they're doing. The $3.99 price is only for Geek Squad serviced customers, but if you catch the store at a busy time, go to customer service that has a register open (and close to the Geek Squad tech bench). Tell them you want a copy of Trend and point at the rack with a bunch of software in sleeves (not boxes) and start pulling cash or credit cards out so they dont question anything. It'll ring up for $3.99 without needing a Geek Squad service also purchased, unlike the Norton 360 and McAfee software also available on the same rack.
isn't free better than $3.99? Wrong, I work for Geek Squad and the "Tech Bench" copy rings up for 39.99.
FYI, 2008 serials also work for the 2009 software, so if you download the 2009 "trial" from TrendMicro's web site, you can use your free serial number on it.
PikaPichu
Broke Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 1:45p
Will this license be good forever and ever? Or will it run out after a year? I currently use Avira's free AV and have had no issues with it.
jnelson1000
New Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 2:06p
I have been using (free) Avast for several years now. Works GREAT on XP and Vista.
ahdai
Ancient Member
posted: Nov. 3, 2008 @ 2:32p
I end up installing avira on my computer. Never know what fatwallet will make you do.
Skipping 93 Messages...
jenealogy
Member
posted: Jan. 10, 2009 @ 11:47p
Downloaded and installed on 3 home pcs. I've liked TrendMicro before. Did try Avast and found it to be a resource hog -- I'm using Vista Home Premium -- which may also be part of the problem.
Disclaimer: By providing links to other sites, FatWallet.com does not guarantee, approve or endorse the information or products available at these sites, nor does a link indicate any association with or endorsement by the linked site to FatWallet.com.
Members of our community may attach files to a post in accordance with the User Agreement. FatWallet is not responsible for the content, accuracy, completeness or validity of any information contained in any attached file. Files have *not* been scanned for viruses. Be especially wary of Excel files which may contain malicious content.
One-time set up
Avoid the hassle of entering your information every time you buy.
•
Instant Cash Back tracking
Since we complete the purchase, we can credit your Cash Back immediately.
•
Buy with just two clicks
One click begins checkout and another confirms your purchase.
Once set up, making a purchase with FW checkout is a breeze. FatWallet Checkout confirms the after-tax
price plus shipping and, after you confirm, completes your purchase for you.
Shopping
Earn Cash Back while you shop - just 3 simple steps.
1. Sign Up so we know who to pay! (It's FREE.)
2. Shop through FatWallet for deals from your favorite stores. Your online purchases earn Cash Back that builds in your FatWallet account.
3. Get Paid by requesting a payment via check or PayPal.
FatWallet coupons help you save more when shopping online. Use our Coupons Search to browse coupons and offers from thousands of stores, gathered into one convenient location.
Forums
As part of our FatWallet Community, you can share deals with almost a million shoppers in our forums. Forum content is generated by consumers for consumers. Share deals, money-saving tips, and more. It's FREE, fun, and addicting.
Support
Our customer experience team is here around the clock - real people ready to assist.