Archive for the ‘F-Secure FAQ’ Category

How do you get viruses on android devices ?

I also would like to ask a few more as well if you don’t mind? Why do most phones require phone state and identity? What do they use it for? What should I look for when trying to be safe when downloading apps? What makes these apps safe when they have crazy permissions like “can [...]

How do I delete viruses off my computer without having to download or buy software?

I’m 14 and my laptop has a bunch of viruses. I guess I need to be more careful what I download. Anyway, is there any way possible I could just wipe everything clean? I honestly don’t care if I loose all my pictures and music. I can always put it back on there. I really [...]

Which is the best Internet Security Software ?

I need a most effective Internet Security soft. I’m not mind the cost. Most importance i hate those software that slow down my pc. A. Norton Internet Security 2006 (slow down my pc) B. McAfee Internet Suite 2006 C. Prevx1 Expert D. Zone Alarm Security Suite E. F-Secure Internet Security 2006 F. Panda Platinum 2006 [...]

Hi,Guys i have a question about F secure ?

I wanted to know if anyone of you guys have used F secure,I want to know if its good to use can I trust it like you trust Norton,Avast or Avg please help I don’t want to take a chance with PC I have already had enough problems with my PC. Chosen Answer: http://www.cnet.com.au/tag/security.htm I [...]

Does downloading music from the new limewire give viruses?

I have the AVG anti-virus software on my computer. Chosen Answer: P2P Malware Protection Regular antivirus will not protect you from malware downloaded using P2P because you have to click on unknown files and cross your fingers and hope your antivirus will block the nasties that’s attached to the Warez. (Pirated music,movies and Apps?) You [...]

how do i get rid of malware masking as ms network?

i think i downloaded it to myself so id like to fix it myself it installed on my tool bar an icon that pops up to virus protect homepage, keeps popping letting me know there is spyware risks any thoughts ?? please help!! Chosen Answer: PCTools products do get good reviews. The good thing is [...]

From Your Own Personal Experience with Anti-Virus Software, Which of These is The Best One?

Which one is the worst? Which one’s the best from your own personal experiences? Avast AVG BitDefender F-Secure Kaspersky McAfee Panda Symantec (Norton) Trend Micro Chosen Answer: Norton IS a virus. I recommend AVG or ESET NOD32. by: HomeFries on: 24th April 09

What Internet security suites for 2007 are the best for window XP home edition?

I have spent two days trying to look up different security suites. I have tryed CNET and other sites but they are all full of it. The editors always have there favorit picks (who ever pays them the most), but the user reviews are often less than half of what the editors give. For example: [...]

What is a good site to go online to check my PC (vista) for possible viruses? Can’t renew Norton?

I just don’t have the cash to renew Norton. Chosen Answer: http://support.f-secure.com/enu/home/ols.shtml F-Secure has a free online scanner that you can use to clean your system. After you make sure your system is clean, I would recommend that you download a free shareware Anti-Virus program like AVG or Avira. by: chov655321 on: 5th June 09

Everytime I turn on my Dell laptop Startup Repair comes on?

I got my new laptop like 2 months ago and I was under the impression from the Geek Squad that it came with protection for a year. In my “Important messages” icon it says that it’s important for me to find an Anti-Virus program online. Should I? Or would that interfere with free year of [...]