AVG (free)

Post by **Paul** » October 27, 2006, 6:42 pm

I got a message yesterday telling me that my current version of AVG (the free one) will be discontinued soon and I need to upgrade to the new version - which is V7.5

Ok no problem I thought so I downlaoded the new version.

Everything seemed ok until I ran the scan and I now find that a full scan is taking on average 50 minutes to complete as compared to the old version which took around 20 or 25 minutes.

I dont have that many programmes on my laptop and am wondering why the new version takes so long to scan - any thoughts anyone ???

Or is it time to find a new anti-virus programme ??

Post by **john2005** » October 27, 2006, 7:49 pm

That's odd,i have my AVG auto update everyday and no big updates recently,only the usual 5 kb/10 kb files.You might want to check up as i know there are fake Spybot search and destroy sites.Maybe a fake AVG.

Post by **BangkokButcher** » October 28, 2006, 12:03 am

Could just be the fact that it's scanning for a lot more bits than before..dont quote me on it though, but it does seem a little more comprehensive than the earlier versions..

New in AVG 7.5

* Improved virus detection based on better heuristics and NTFS data streams scanning
* Smaller installation and update files
* Improved user interface
* and more

Post by **Coot** » October 28, 2006, 12:10 pm

john,the web site says they are letting people know of the upgrade in rotation,i guess to stop millions trying to download 16 MBs of files at the same time.

Post by **businessman** » October 31, 2006, 2:34 pm

total: 46:51.5 Min

Just downloaded the new version of AVG and the time for a scan has goine from about 30 mins to 47 mins.I have used it for years and initially the scans took 15 mins.Over time the database is going to get bigger and bigger as i guess viruses will never be removed in case they are re-released.

Post by **BKKSTAN** » October 31, 2006, 6:34 pm

Could someone define ''AVG''?

laphanphon · Post by **laphanphon** » October 31, 2006, 7:07 pm

here's a hint

Improved virus detection

wasn't quite sure myself, had a feelin it was anti-virus software. obviosly some shareware (free) version. as for the 'G', haven't got a clue. what up G. what shaking bro.

Post by **Paul** » October 31, 2006, 7:51 pm

AVG is an anti virus programme and AVG Lite is the free version. Acclaimed to be one of the leading anti virus programmes and best of all its free. Downlaod from www.grisoft.com
Updates itself automatically and haven't heard anything bad said about it yet.

Post by **nobler98** » October 31, 2006, 9:10 pm

AVG is a good anti virus program not the best but by no means not the worst

the free version is perfrectly capable for most people and this update is just a new core version I think they are getting their products updated in software terms for VIsta etc .

I have run both AVG PRO (à¸ƒ 15 for 2 years) and the free AVG on machines for over 3 years and I never have problems with virus infection

updates nearly daily so no big updates except when new core comes out or you have forgot to update for weeks

AVG lite - better than nothing !

Post by **pinophai** » November 24, 2006, 1:52 am

For the best free virus prog go to www.avast.com Register for free and u have the best anti-virus scanner there is.

Post by **Miruku** » November 24, 2006, 12:45 pm

Despite what they say, you can continue to enjoy the upgraded AVG by clicking on http://free.grisoft.com/doc/avg-anti-vi ... /us/tpl/v5
When you install just open the exe, don't worry about switching AVG off. Just select 'repair' when you are prompted and it will overwrite your existing installation. It worked for me so I hope you you will also enjoy the upgrade free.