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Manufacturer: Kaspersky Lab Part number: KL1121AGAFS
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- Bottom Line:
- Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6 is light and fast and consistently wins detection awards against the competition; it's worthy of our Editors' Choice designation.
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CNET editors' review
Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6 price range: $3.99
- Reviewed by: Robert Vamosi
- Reviewed on: 10/02/2006
- Released on: 05/15/2006
The good: Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6 offers superior antivirus protection; has free and paid versions; supports Windows 98 through Windows XP.
The bad: Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6 rescue-disc process is a bit complicated.
The bottom line: Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6 is light and fast and consistently wins detection awards against the competition; it's worthy of our Editors' Choice designation.
User reviews
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System crashed.
by ryork272 on October 8, 2006
Pros: Didn't use is long enough to know.
Cons: Blue screen of death.
Summary: This may very well be a good piece of software. However, my experience was not positive. After installing, my computer completely crashed and I received the 'blue screen of death'. ...
Summary: This may very well be a good piece of software. However, my experience was not positive. After installing, my computer completely crashed and I received the 'blue screen of death'. I rebooted and uninstalled. Perhaps there was a conflict with other hardware or software on my machine (I'm running Win XP SP2). But it should not have happened.
16 out of 21 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Greatest Software available
by Donnyohs on October 12, 2006
Pros: Updates fast Scans relatively fast and efficently.
Cons: It slows down my internet alittle since I have it updating once an hour
Summary: I have had Kasp[ersky, Mcafee, and Norton bbut Kaspersky destroys all of them You can have it check for upgrades every hour, so you always have the newist antivirus ...
Summary: I have had Kasp[ersky, Mcafee, and Norton bbut Kaspersky destroys all of them You can have it check for upgrades every hour, so you always have the newist antivirus definitions possible. Its relatively easy all you have to do is hit the scan button and It picks up more than Mcafee and Norton combined. I have it with Zonealarm Pro and It runs great
10 out of 11 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Excellent AV Package
by giggitygoo on November 30, 2006
Pros: Detection rate is superior, reasonably fast
Cons: Support is mediocre at best
Summary: For anyone looking at which antivirus to get, let me start by saying that Kaspersky is a very good choice. (if not the best) Although it lacks good support, (due ...
Summary: For anyone looking at which antivirus to get, let me start by saying that Kaspersky is a very good choice. (if not the best) Although it lacks good support, (due to company being based in Russia) it's detection and active protection features are first rate. I would also recommend those who look through these reviews to be careful which ones they consider credible, as it seems to me that some of these users are misguided and simply don't understand enough about the nature of security applications. (Not to say all the bad reviews fall under this category - it's just my opinion that some seem to be) I suspect that most of the system crashes or other malfunctions reported are due to one of the issues discussed below. While I have no doubt that Kaspersky isn't perfect, and could cause some systems to crash, I find it hard to believe that it does any more so than other applications. (Norton is definitely a much worse offender - Also I personally have Kaspersky
running on at least 15 systems, all with different hardware/software configurations, without trouble - that doesn't prove that no one will have trouble, just saying I have a good amount of experience with this product)
For starters, installing a security application on a system that is already infected is bound to cause problems - and even if it doesn't, you can't trust that the application will be able to magically clean out all infections when it is being installed on a compromised system. If you have an system that's already infected, you need to boot from a non-compromised OS and clean the infection. (like a boot CD with a AV app - Or even better, in these days of viruses packaged with rootkits to hide their activities, format and reinstall!) You can't blame a newly introducted AV product for problems on a compromised machine.
Furthermore, only savvy users should ever install multiple antivirus/antispyware programs that are set run in the background. (This is key! Programs like Ad-aware (free version) and Spybot that don't run in the background are OK to mix!) Mixing background-running security apps is a
recipe for disaster. This is because these applications are usually set to control access to the same resources on the system. (i.e. Registry, Hosts file, startup apps, IE security settings, etc.) Security apps are not designed to play nice with other security apps, they're designed under the
assumption that they are the primary means of security. (Exceptions include products from the same company, which are likely designed to work with the other) If you don't understand these functions well enough to configure security apps to not conflict, then make sure only one brand of security products is running in the background, or just buy one security suite to handle everything.
If you're reading this review, don't assume this is a bad product just because of a few misguided reviews. Many are blaming a quality product like Kaspersky for problems that are likely not its fault. There are multiple quality AV apps out there, including Kaspersky. Choose what you believe to be best, and don't dismiss Kaspersky solely based on the bad reviews here.6 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Too much trouble
by TerryMcA on November 27, 2006
Pros: Easy interface, lots of updates
Cons: Conflicts requiring complex fixes
Summary: This has a conflict with Microsoft's automatic updates for Windows and Office. The fixes are out there, but pretty complex and not worth the effort. Kaspersky needs to shift ...
Summary: This has a conflict with Microsoft's automatic updates for Windows and Office. The fixes are out there, but pretty complex and not worth the effort. Kaspersky needs to shift some resources from the incredible number of definition updates to fixing compatibility bugs.
6 out of 7 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Nothing Else Comes Close
by internetworld7 on October 10, 2006
Pros: Best detection rate in the industry. Light on system resources. Excellent detection of spyware and trojans.
Cons: What are you kidding me? Kaspersky and cons don't go together anymore. They got a divorce in version 6
Summary: I've spoken extensively about the superior protection of Kaspersky in several forums and websites like digg. I've had many other anti-virus programs but none has delivered the satisfaction ...
Summary: I've spoken extensively about the superior protection of Kaspersky in several forums and websites like digg. I've had many other anti-virus programs but none has delivered the satisfaction or almost flawless detection rate of Kaspersky including NOD32. I could go on and on but suffice it to say, you need only visit virus.gr to see the superiority of Kaspersky over other anti-virus products.
6 out of 7 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Crashed my system also....
by deepcdv on October 9, 2006
Pros: Good Ratings, I never was able to run it
Cons: Don't believe that it plays well with other programs
Summary: I installed just the scanner alone without the memory resident programs because I didn't want to remove my ZoneAlarm security suite. The program installed, began to update itself and ...
Summary: I installed just the scanner alone without the memory resident programs because I didn't want to remove my ZoneAlarm security suite. The program installed, began to update itself and crashed XP. I couldn't reboot normally so had to go to safe mode. The program could not use its uninstaller so I disabled its startup files running msconfig and that didn't work either. Tried uninstalling with system mechanic to no avail. I ended up have to do a system restore (which I didn't want to do) from safe mode to get the system back to normal bootup. I'm sure its a great antivirus but I think there are some definate compatibility issues.
8 out of 12 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Superb Product
by akmarci on October 7, 2006
Pros: Painless install, frequent updates, very effective protection
Cons: I find no drawbacks to this product. However in reference to CNET's one complaint, I use Win2000, not XP.
Summary: I use Kaspersky Anti-Virus and their software firewall as well, both as components of System Mechanic Pro. I previously used a Norton anti-virus product. With the last upgrade the problems ...
Summary: I use Kaspersky Anti-Virus and their software firewall as well, both as components of System Mechanic Pro. I previously used a Norton anti-virus product. With the last upgrade the problems it created with my computer were ugly and massive. Customer service of course was non-existent. By contrast, Kaspersky's programs are an absolute dream. Highly recommend them, either standalone or as components in System Mechanic (also a very good suite of pc tools).
5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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PC ran worst!
by juaninamillion on December 15, 2006
Pros: Didn't pay for it.
Cons: Didn't work.
Summary: I had similar experience with this program in that my PC ran horrible after installing it. Fortunately the uninstall worked. My Father reccomended AVG and I installed it yesterday and ...
Summary: I had similar experience with this program in that my PC ran horrible after installing it. Fortunately the uninstall worked. My Father reccomended AVG and I installed it yesterday and so far so good. Funny how the latest user comments for Kaspersky are negative and so far all comments for AVG are possitive. Yet the Editor had a totally different opinion. I think this program along with Norton and McAfee have tried to be too fancy and have lost their quality some time ago While AVG has kept it simple and made a superior program while doing so.
4 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Finally an antivirus product that I can count on.
by HeywoodJ on November 1, 2006
Pros: Outstanding Detection
Cons: Unfortunately, I can not find any cons so far. Been using it for 2 months and it's fantastic.
Summary: Kaspersky has not let me down the last 2 months I've used it. It's detection has been flawless compared to my Norton. I've always been a fan ...
Summary: Kaspersky has not let me down the last 2 months I've used it. It's detection has been flawless compared to my Norton. I've always been a fan of Norton, but Kaspersky has changed my mind. The product seems very light and while doing a scan it does not appear to interfere with any of my computer operations as has Norton. For those who use Trillian as their IM and have Norton, I also found that Trillian loads very quickly now that Norton is gone and Kaspersky is running which leads me to believe that Norton had many negative effects on other programs running on my computer. My computer is now notably faster in overall operations. Bottom line, if you are looking to renew your antivirus or buy a new product, I strongly reccomend Kaspersky.
4 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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CRAP/FRAUDS/NAZI'S
by kalangeberg on October 24, 2007
Pros: THERE ARE NONE
Cons: TOO MANY TO LIST HERE
Summary: Once you purchase the product, they got you. Just when you think all is well and good your license runs out. Then if you decide to reload your system past ...
Summary: Once you purchase the product, they got you. Just when you think all is well and good your license runs out. Then if you decide to reload your system past the time they give you, you have to chock up another 7 bucks. So hwat was that 70 bucks you laid down for initially??? Yeah I'd like to know that as well. 95% detection???? Who did this analysis??? Let me guess, KP???? Didn't detect the virus that I had. Give this one a pass, it aint worth the hassel. Oh and as far as customer service goes??? Nonexhistant sums it up pretty much. Sent an email two days ago and have yet to receive a response. Seems the ATG and the BBB needs to get involved on this one. I guess that sums up my ranting here. On to the next website to make sure everyone knows what this company is really all about.
3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Kaspersky Lab
- Part number: KL1121AGAFS
- Description: Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 combines reactive antivirus detection with the latest proactive technologies to provide your computer with solid and dependable protection against malicious programs. Beginners in particular will be pleasantly surprised to find a product that is simple to install and set up, while more advanced users will find a highly adaptable product that can be easily tailored to suit their individual requirements.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Category Security applications
- Subcategory Security - desktop antivirus,
Security - adware & malware removal tools - Version 6.0
- License pricing Standard
Software
- License Type Subscription package
- License Validation Period 1 year(s)
- License Qty 1 user
- License Pricing Standard
- Platform Windows
- Distribution Media CD-ROM,
Download - Package Type Retail
System Requirements
- OS Required Microsoft Windows XP Professional,
Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition,
Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition,
Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 SP6a,
Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition,
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP1 or later,
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP3 or later - Software Requirements Internet Explorer 5.5 or later
- Min Processor Type Intel Pentium,
133 MHz,
133 MHz,
133 MHz,
150 MHz,
300 MHz - Peripheral / Interface Devices Internet connection
- System Requirements Details Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition - Pentium - RAM 64 MB - HD 50 MB,
Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 - Pentium - RAM 64 MB - HD 50 MB,
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP3 or later - Pentium - RAM 128 MB - HD 50 MB,
Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition - Pentium - RAM 64 MB - HD 50 MB,
Microsoft Windows XP - Pentium - RAM 128 MB - HD 50 MB Service & Support
- Service & Support New releases update
- Service & Support Details New releases update - 1 year
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Kaspersky Lab
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500 Unicorn Park, Woburn, MA 01801 - Phone: 1-866-328-5700
