Andy Haney
01-08-2007, 7:27 PM
Got a new computer. Before I hook it up, I want to update my virus scanning, anti-spam, etc. I’m far from being certified as a computer geek, and I’m quite unfamiliar with this stuff. I haven’t tried the spam blockers, but I’m really tired of ED ads and stock market tips.
I’ve been paying for McAfee anti-virus, but I’m not that impressed. I tried to contact them today and found they don’t have an 800 number I can call to work out issues. I’m not sure I’m willing to continue paying for a service like this that isn’t more responsive that “within 48 hours”.
I’m aware that there are free programs out there, but don’t know if that is a good choice. At least one of those has been suggested at work, but I’m uncertain. I’d like to so something about this that doesn’t inhibit my access to woodworking forums (my major method of evening entertainment).
Please respond with opinions about how I should solve this problem.
Thanks,
Andy
I’ve been paying for McAfee anti-virus, but I’m not that impressed. I tried to contact them today and found they don’t have an 800 number I can call to work out issues. I’m not sure I’m willing to continue paying for a service like this that isn’t more responsive that “within 48 hours”.
I’m aware that there are free programs out there, but don’t know if that is a good choice. At least one of those has been suggested at work, but I’m uncertain. I’d like to so something about this that doesn’t inhibit my access to woodworking forums (my major method of evening entertainment).
Please respond with opinions about how I should solve this problem.
Thanks,
Andy