Attention Ad-Aware SE users

StarLab · 01-08-2008

From WashingtonPost.com

Quote:

Microsoft Windows users who rely on Ad-Aware SE Personal (the free version) to protect their machines from spyware and adware should be aware that Lavasoft, the company that makes the popular program, stopped shipping updates for the software after Dec. 31.

People who want to continue using Ad-Aware can upgrade to Ad-Aware 2007. The free version of that program is available (the installer for the new version should automatically remove older Ad-Aware versions). Ad-Aware Plus and Professional users (as well as enterprise customers) will still be able to retrieve definition updates, according to a clarification posting on Lavasoft's user forum.

I just ran this scanner on my machine the other day (after Dec 31st). Ad-Aware SE does not give you notice of this turn of events. I'm glad I ran across this article.

Full Article: Important Update For Ad-Aware SE Users - Security Fix

Subesh · 02-03-2008

I'm not sure if I want to upgrade to 2007. The free version does not let you run Ad-watch (Real Time Action). While the older free version does. I'm guessing sooner or later we all have to upgrade but for now I am going to stick with my older version.

StarLab · 02-04-2008

There's always a catch.

I haven't upgraded myself yet either.

robert · 02-05-2008

I personally use Kaspersky. It's a bit pricey but is the best I've ever seen in protection.

Subesh · 02-05-2008

My friend uses Kaspersky and all he has is positive feedback as well. I am on the verge of deciding on whether to purchase it or just stick with a free one. It's a hard decision if you ask me.

StarLab · 02-05-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by Subesh

My friend uses Kaspersky and all he has is positive feedback as well. I am on the verge of deciding on whether to purchase it or just stick with a free one. It's a hard decision if you ask me.

I've also heard good things about Kaspersky. Perhaps I'll give it a try one of these days.

Subesh · 02-05-2008

Let us know when you do and tell us if it was worth the upgrade.

zhar · 02-13-2008

I am using Nod32 and i think it is pretty neat and does not give out false positives. I am planning to upgrade to Online Armour. Heard a lot about it.

rootkit · 02-28-2008

I use nod32 security suite.. its amazing. I do use Ad-aware professional and im still gettin the updates. Hope they dont stop the updates for this version :)

Subesh · 03-01-2008

zhar, whats onlinearmour? Never heard of it. What company does it come from?

02-03-2008	#2 (permalink)
Subesh Moderator Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 249	Re: Attention Ad-Aware SE users I'm not sure if I want to upgrade to 2007. The free version does not let you run Ad-watch (Real Time Action). While the older free version does. I'm guessing sooner or later we all have to upgrade but for now I am going to stick with my older version.

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StarLab Forum Management Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ontario, Canada Age: 45 Posts: 1,464	Re: Attention Ad-Aware SE users There's always a catch. I haven't upgraded myself yet either. __________________ Larry [DarkStar Retro Project] - A world wide search for ultra-rare software. "Writing is the most fun you can have by yourself!" --Terry Pratchett ---- Gorgeous On Life - The world from a Cat's point of view!

02-05-2008	#4 (permalink)
robert Super Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Age: 30 Posts: 1,133	Re: Attention Ad-Aware SE users I personally use Kaspersky. It's a bit pricey but is the best I've ever seen in protection. __________________ Hi! Welcome to preCharge.NET

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Subesh Moderator Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 249	Re: Attention Ad-Aware SE users My friend uses Kaspersky and all he has is positive feedback as well. I am on the verge of deciding on whether to purchase it or just stick with a free one. It's a hard decision if you ask me.

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Subesh Moderator Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 249	Re: Attention Ad-Aware SE users Let us know when you do and tell us if it was worth the upgrade.

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zhar Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 11	Re: Attention Ad-Aware SE users I am using Nod32 and i think it is pretty neat and does not give out false positives. I am planning to upgrade to Online Armour. Heard a lot about it.

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rootkit Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 10	Re: Attention Ad-Aware SE users I use nod32 security suite.. its amazing. I do use Ad-aware professional and im still gettin the updates. Hope they dont stop the updates for this version :)

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Subesh Moderator Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 249	Re: Attention Ad-Aware SE users zhar, whats onlinearmour? Never heard of it. What company does it come from? __________________ File Hosting Like no other

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