Open source virus protection software

Re: Open source virus protection software

2007-09-07T15:24:08Z

Yes, and that is something I shouldn't forget to mention in this context. However, I have heard of many libraries in the past having success with contacting Grisoft directly and asking for a donation of licenses for their library's computers.

Anyone out there who has tried that?

Dale

Re: Open source virus protection software

2007-09-06T22:04:23Z

After being asked to install AVG on a library computer, I checked the license agreement to verify compliance.
Per the license agreement (See: http://free.grisoft.com/doc/98 ) as viewed on September 6, 2007, installation of the software on a non home computer constitutes a violation of the license agreement.
Translation: Do not install the free version on library computers.

Wanting to be a helpful computer tech, I also checked into "avast!" (which I've used at home and Really like). The free avast! license agreement (See: http://www.avast.com/eng/free_virus_protectio.html ) states, "... avast! 4 Home Edition can only be used by home users...".
Translation: Do not install "avast! 4 Home Edition" on library computers.

-On to ClamWin & Winpooch -hoping to find that sweet library rate that the boss likes (i.e. Free).

Re: Open source virus protection software

2006-05-24T19:13:04Z

I use Grisoft's AVG as well. It's a great program and have never had any problems with it.

> AVG Antivirus - I (and by extension, my family, who I
> technically support) have used this for several years
> and I know many other people who have also used and
> liked it.
> http://www.grisoft.com

Re: Open source virus protection software

2006-05-23T19:06:09Z

Testing for attachment image.

Re: Open source virus protection software

2006-05-23T18:30:28Z

Attached is a PDF file that has reference to Free Software Magazine. Apparently there is plenty of information on "Free" software in this magazine.

Re: Open source virus protection software

2006-01-12T00:58:36Z

If you are only looking for 'free', as opposed to 'open source', you might be better off with one of a couple of free, home use versions provided by commercial AV companies. Both of these are free for home use only, and do provide 'real time' file scanning as well, which seems like a pretty big drawback to ClamWin.

AVG Antivirus - I (and by extension, my family, who I technically support) have used this for several years and I know many other people who have also used and liked it.
http://www.grisoft.com

I have also heard good things about Avast, but i have never personally used it.
http://www.avast.com/

Re: Open source virus protection software

2006-01-12T00:40:40Z

Oh, those sure are endearing names!

So, have you tried this at home? How complicated is it to combine the two (for those of us with less programming experience)? Virus protection is serious business. I like the idea of 'free' but I'm not sure if this is an area in which to be experimental. On the other hand, the article intimates that the commercial vendors are not as reliable as advertised. What's a PC user to do?

Open source virus protection software

2006-01-04T20:24:45Z

For those looking for a true open source anti-virus software package, ClamWin (http://www.clamwin.net/) has been getting all sorts of rave reviews:

http://www.linuxpipeline.com/166400446

The only limitation at this point is the lack of a native real-time virus scanner (as found in most commercial alternatives), but the equally open source Winpooch (http://winpooch.sourceforge.net/home/index.php) spyware and trojan protection engine provides that service when integrated with ClamWin.

And who can resist product names like "ClamWin" and "Winpooch"?