Diazafan Posted October 21, 2009 ID:146362 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Hello there!This is my first post -- I am happy to say that I have downloaded Malwarebytes, and am very pleased with it. The initial scan notified me of an infection, which the program then proceeded to quarantine and delete -- AVG did not pick this up.I have the free version and it seems awesome, but I understand you can buy a license for Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mountaintree16 Posted October 21, 2009 ID:146365 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Hello Diazafan and welcome to the forum!I voted yes While the free version provides excellent protection in scanning and removing threats that already exist on your system, purchasing the paid version will provide you with realtime protection that will protect your computer in the background as you use the internet, open and save files, etc... it blocks download of malicious files and software, as well as blocks connection to malicious IP addresses. So, basically the paid version blocks the download of malicious items in the first place, vs. removing items after you've already been infected.So yes, I would say that it is well worth your money to purchase Malwarebytes! Hope this helped! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diazafan Posted October 21, 2009 Author ID:146367 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Yes very much so! Thank you.Come next week when pay hits the bank I'll most definitley be upgrading, as it's only Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mountaintree16 Posted October 21, 2009 ID:146368 Share Posted October 21, 2009 @ DiazafanYou are very welcome!!Glad to hear that you'll be purchasing Malwarebytes It's a wonderful program created and maintained by wonderful people.Again, you're welcome Don't hesitate to ask if you have any more questions!Cheers Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mountaintree16 Posted October 21, 2009 ID:146370 Share Posted October 21, 2009 One more thing that you might want to download,Spyware Blaster. It provides passive protection in your browser, and works with Internet Explorer and Firefox.You can download it Here and there is information about it here: http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareblaster.html#OverviewLet me know if you have any questions on how to use it if you choose to install it Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diazafan Posted October 21, 2009 Author ID:146377 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Mate -- Thank you, that is excellent advice. I've just downloaded and it is fantastic.I have been using computers since I was 3 (i'm 25), and have a better than average knowledge, but when it comes to protection I, admittedly, have not kept myself up to speed. I remember back in days of old AVG & ZoneAlarm were suffice, but as technology evolves so do hackers.Thank you, this is valuable software, and im just happy to be getting it for free!I wish there was something I could do to help you Take careD Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diazafan Posted October 21, 2009 Author ID:146383 Share Posted October 21, 2009 I do have one more question if you don't mind?The SpywareBlaster is great, and it says that even when closed I am protected. However the Malwarebytes program only comes with an installer, and I need to use administration access to open up each time, as if I were installing again (and it asks me to setup, to which I cancel, then the program becomes normal) -- Its not on the bottom right pane of my taskbar, so I assume its not running when not open? Please could you help this one last question~?I really do appreciate the advice Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
noknojon Posted October 21, 2009 ID:146404 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Hi Diazafan -You will find this occurs in the paid version - There are also other functions you will find in the paid version - In the free version (which is also very good) there will only be an icon on the desktop (as long as you have agreed to put it there) - Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diazafan Posted October 21, 2009 Author ID:146416 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Hmmm, I see. More incentive to buy I suppose.. sneaky! But it is cheap ( Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
srtools1980y Posted October 21, 2009 ID:146419 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Hi WecomeIf you purchase from cnet.com (one of the resellers of mbam) you will get 20% discount.In the concerned cnet.com window you will find 2 options.1) Download Now & 2) Buy NowTo get/avail the discount you please click Download Now option & NOT Buy Now option.Hope you are clear.Enjoy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diazafan Posted October 21, 2009 Author ID:146437 Share Posted October 21, 2009 CNET is where I got the trial from, so if I just upgrade the version I have now using the option to "purchase" on the program itself, will I still get the discount? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Root Admin AdvancedSetup Posted October 21, 2009 Root Admin ID:146441 Share Posted October 21, 2009 You should be able to use this link for now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
srtools1980y Posted October 21, 2009 ID:146450 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Follow AdvancedSetup's Link where discount is included.You will get a mail with activation details.In your Trial copy insert the key details in the appropriate tab/space & activate it.Please take a printout of the mail & keep it in a safe place. You will need it in Future.Regards.If you have any doubt's please post here. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raid Posted October 21, 2009 ID:146458 Share Posted October 21, 2009 I didn't notice anyone else mention another nice point in purchasing the software; Your license for non commercial usage; IE: private use on your own computer is a lifetime one. It's not some yearly fee like you find with some antivirus vendors...So that makes it an even better deal. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
srtools1980y Posted October 21, 2009 ID:146459 Share Posted October 21, 2009 + this useful/helpful official forum.Bonus info: MSE A/V is free.You can use it along with MBAM Paid version. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exile360 Posted October 21, 2009 ID:146460 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Agreed Raid, that's an excellent incentive, and there's no charge for new versions of the software either, so once 1.42 comes out you get it as a free update . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Firefox Posted October 21, 2009 ID:146617 Share Posted October 21, 2009 I voted YES!Aside from automatic updates, and a daily automatic quick scan and real time protection. That alone is worth the money to protect my valuable irreplaceable data. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
srtools1980y Posted October 21, 2009 ID:146630 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Most are confusing between scheduled automatic updates & auto updates as and when available.MBAM is having scheduled automatic updates feature & NOT auto updates as and when available. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
yardbird Posted October 21, 2009 ID:146775 Share Posted October 21, 2009 A yes from me to! Because when you see this pop up when you land on a website... Malwarebytes did the job! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mountaintree16 Posted October 22, 2009 ID:147250 Share Posted October 22, 2009 Hey, sorry to be a bit late Diazafan,You are very welcome! Spyware blaster is a cool program. I've installed it on the computers of friends and family, and they like it too.I also use Spybot Search & Destroy for its immunization feature. I can give you the link to that too if you'd like Hope all is well with your computer, and do not hesitate to post if you have any other questions or concerns about anything.Thank you, and you take care too! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
srtools1980y Posted October 23, 2009 ID:147441 Share Posted October 23, 2009 You are very welcome! Spyware blaster is a cool program. I've installed it on the computers of friends and family, and they like it too.It's free too. (You have to pay if you want auto update feature, but otherwise you can update manually, the homepage recommends once a week). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobc11 Posted October 23, 2009 ID:147732 Share Posted October 23, 2009 Defiantly worth it! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danerd9 Posted November 23, 2009 ID:161208 Share Posted November 23, 2009 AVG and Norton only found tracking cookies. MBAM found 53 infections!!!!!! xD Phail. Norton is downright crap. In one of the ads on youtube, it says free stuff is bad. Thats a lie because Norton never protected me from the unknown. MBAM did. TAKE THAT NORTON!!! I highly recommend purchasing it because the protection Module block threats before they can even access the computer!!!!!!!!! Plus auto update always help your MBAM to stay up to date. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbyuser Posted November 23, 2009 ID:161429 Share Posted November 23, 2009 opps wrong post. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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