Reducing cost of updates

[IanWaterman]

I installed Norton 5 years ago when we only had one computer in the house. As the kids have grown up we now have 4 PCs (two desk tops and 2 laptops).

Is there a low cost and legal way to keep all 4 upto date without having to pay for updating each computer every year? I don't really want to have a server solution, besides that will not help the laptops as they are wireless, so can connect externally.

Ian

 

[Spirit]

I'd look at changing the provider.

Try

http://free.grisoft.com/doc/5390/lng/us/tpl/v5

I find this perfect for my home PC's. And doesn't have all the Added Extras like Ebay Password Protector and the such.

Nice to see someone else staying legal

Iain

 

[Empmark]

Most software is moving to a multiple p.c. license. The new Norton will cover 3 p.c.s

http://www.amazon.com/Norton-Intern..._bbs_1/002-3282153-7841638?ie=UTF8&s=software

Another option is Microsoft One Care. It also covers 3 machines.

Or you may check with your ISP. Many of them offer virus software for free, although you would need to check how many machines you can cover based on thier policy.

Good luck!

 

[maki808]

I had the same problems you are having now. I switched to Trend Micro Pc-cillin because they have a three licenses seat. What many people don't know is that you can add up to four or five pcs.

Good luck.

 

[zaccaz]

http://www.activevirusshield.com

is a good choice for absolutely free software for home usage

 

[Auger282]

Avast! is another free good antivirus solution

 

[rjfoster]

Another vote for Avast! (

http://www.avast.com)

For personal use it's free. Although it does require registration and an annual basis to continue to receive free AV upates.

Has real-time virus scanning, scans emails, IM, and P2P file sharing.

AV updates are frequent. Been using for years on my personal PCs without any issues.

Peace out.
-gg