AOL releases free anti-virus program.

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AOL releases free anti-virus program.

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Aol is leting intrnet user download it's antivirus tool for free.

"No AOL membership is required to use the service, though users are obliged to submit their email details in order to activate the technology."

"powered by technology from Kasperesky Lab."

link to download: http://www.activevirusshield.com/antivi ... /index.adp?

"Active Virus Shield offers protection against viruses, spyware, malware and Trojans before they attack, as well as real-time scanning of files and email."

"software comes bundled with a free security toolbar for IE users"

S: http://www.theregister.co.uk/2006/08/08/aol_av/

I wonder if AOL anti virus program is any good, but i heard Kasperesky Lab makes a good anti-virus. I guest its just a rebranded version of Kasperesky Lab antivirus.
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im not really a big fan of anti virus stuff
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babydorkee wrote:im not really a big fan of anti virus stuff
you should be

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meh another AVG competitor, i'll stick with symantec there have only been 3 critical exploits in the last 7 years or so. and even them were fixable by an average user

if AOL can't make a Decent ISP what chance do they have with a complex piece of software
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