best Antivirus for win 8.1

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hi all
recently, I Installed Avira Internet Security for Win 8.1 and I had problem with this Avira and netio.sys error ( BSOD error ) because of Avira

now, always I have removable Driver such as USB flash and etc, Can I trust to windows defender and firewall ? or I need another Internet Security?

well, which Internet Security and Antivirus is suitable for win 8.1? defenetly, I don't want to see BOSD error again

with the best wishes
 

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Windows Defender will protect you enough that you shouldn't need to install any other Anti-Virus software. If you run into a situation where you can't get a virus removed use Malwarebytes.
 

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    Windows 8.1 Enterprise
In addition to ectech's comments, I would also consider my surfing habits when making such a decision. For example, if you surf "with reckless abandon", you might need better protection. Moreover, many 3rd party AV solutions provide streaming updates (continually 24x7) so you are always assured of the best protection from that particular AV provider. And, most importantly of all...

Removing the malware is the easy part but repairing the damage left behind is the most difficult part and can result in a need to do a complete reinstall after a failure to put all the damaged pieces back together.

Personally, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Kapersky or BitDefender for a paid solution. Now, if you want a free AV solution, I would recommend Panda Cloud or Avast Free 2014. I have used/tested them all (for a period of time) and I have been virus-free since I was born (eg, never infected). Now, I'm sure you will get more recommendations so hang in there and choose wisely.

Good luck with your decision,

my2cents
 

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  • OS
    Windows 8.1
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    PC/Desktop
    CPU
    Intel G2020
    Motherboard
    ASRock B75M-DGS R2.0
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    8GBs @ 1333 MHz
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    Samsung 840 EVO
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  • OS
    Windows 8.1.1 Pro with Media Center
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Gateway
    CPU
    AMD K140 Cores 2 Threads 2 Name AMD K140 Package Socket FT1 BGA Technology 40nm
    Motherboard
    Manufacturer Gateway Model SX2110G (P0)
    Memory
    Type DDR3 Size 8192 MBytes DRAM Frequency 532.3 MHz
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    ATI AMD Radeon HD 7310 Graphics
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    AMD K140
    Cores 2
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    Extended Family 14
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    Extended Model 2
    Stepping 0
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    Browser
    Opera 24.0
    Antivirus
    Avast Internet Security
In addition to ectech's comments, I would also consider my surfing habits when making such a decision. For example, if you surf "with reckless abandon", you might need better protection. Moreover, many 3rd party AV solutions provide streaming updates (continually 24x7) so you are always assured of the best protection from that particular AV provider. And, most importantly of all...

Removing the malware is the easy part but repairing the damage left behind is the most difficult part and can result in a need to do a complete reinstall after a failure to put all the damaged pieces back together.

Personally, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Kapersky or BitDefender for a paid solution. Now, if you want a free AV solution, I would recommend Panda Cloud or Avast Free 2014. I have used/tested them all (for a period of time) and I have been virus-free since I was born (eg, never infected). Now, I'm sure you will get more recommendations so hang in there and choose wisely.

Good luck with your decision,

my2cents
I just recently help a poster here. with a win8 issue and uninstall Kapersky solve the issue ,and I have seen other helpers suggest and fix issues caused by both Kapersky and bitdefender,just saying ,I know its possible different for all users ,may work ok for most
 

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    win8.1.1 enterprise
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    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Hinze57
    CPU
    AMD FX 6100 6core 3.30gHz
    Motherboard
    gigibyte ga-78lmy-s2p
    Memory
    4gig ddr3
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    Radon hd5000 Series
    Sound Card
    onboard realtek hd
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    19" viewsonic/ 22"Samsung
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    1680x1050
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    128gig ssd Kingston
    80gig WD 10000 rpm spinner
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    micro
    Keyboard
    microsoft curve 200
    Mouse
    Logitech wireless M215
    Internet Speed
    high speed 20
    Browser
    ie 11
    Antivirus
    windows defender
    Other Info
    updated enterprise apr 2/14
I have seen other helpers suggest and fix issues caused by both Kapersky and bitdefender,

I'd like to see a few of those links. Now, I have seen some issues when trying to install Kapersky "after" malware has been contracted but that could happen with any AV product. Moreover, I am the voice of experience talking. I have actually used those products (have you?) and independent test labs show the are the most effective 3rd party AV solutions on a consistent basis. Again, please provide those links to lend some credence to your warnings.

Respectfully,

my2cents
 

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System One

  • OS
    Windows 8.1
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    CPU
    Intel G2020
    Motherboard
    ASRock B75M-DGS R2.0
    Memory
    8GBs @ 1333 MHz
    Hard Drives
    Samsung 840 EVO
    PSU
    400w
    Internet Speed
    57/11
Sure, Bitdefender, Kaspersky and just about all antivirus solutions crash systems. That's no secret there.

AVG (<<<was extremely notorious for some time a few years ago), Panda, Norton, Bitdefender, McAfee are amongst the more seen. Avira and Avast too I suppose.

The only one that cannot and will not crash a system under ALL usage scenarios is MSE/Defender.

I use Kaspersky integrated into ZoneAlarm myself, and it is flawless. Others that misconfigure things or have random junk software installed along with it might not have such luck.

Stay away from Daemon Tools and use PowerISO instead, especially when using any 3rd party security.
 

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  • OS
    7601.18247.x86fre.win7sp1
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Self-built Intel based
    CPU
    Pentium D 925 3.0 GHz socket 775, Presler @ ~ 3.2 GHz
    Motherboard
    Intel DQ965MT
    Memory
    Hyundai 2 GB DDR2 @ 333 MHz
    Graphics Card(s)
    ASUS DirectCU II HD7790-DC2OC-2GD5 Radeon HD 7790 2GB 128-Bit GDDR5
    Sound Card
    MOTU Traveler firewire interface
    Hard Drives
    1 Seagate Barracuda SATA II system/boot drive 80 GB, 2 Western Digital hdds - 1 is SATA II Caviar Black 1 TB attached to card (assorted media, page, temp), other is SATA I 420 GB (games, media, downloads)
    PSU
    Thermaltake 450W
    Cooling
    stock Gateway cooling, extra large fan in rear of case
    Keyboard
    Alienware/Microsoft Internet kb
    Mouse
    Logitech M510
    Internet Speed
    Optimum Online, fast for US
    Browser
    Pale Moon
    Antivirus
    Kaspersky integrated into ZoneAlarm+Antivirus
I use Kaspersky integrated into ZoneAlarm myself, and it is flawless. Others that misconfigure things or have random junk software installed along with it might not have such luck.

+1 on that!
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 8.1
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    CPU
    Intel G2020
    Motherboard
    ASRock B75M-DGS R2.0
    Memory
    8GBs @ 1333 MHz
    Hard Drives
    Samsung 840 EVO
    PSU
    400w
    Internet Speed
    57/11
I have seen other helpers suggest and fix issues caused by both Kapersky and bitdefender,

I'd like to see a few of those links. Now, I have seen some issues when trying to install Kapersky "after" malware has been contracted but that could happen with any AV product. Moreover, I am the voice of experience talking. I have actually used those products (have you?) and independent test labs show the are the most effective 3rd party AV solutions on a consistent basis. Again, please provide those links to lend some credence to your warnings.

Respectfully,

my2cents
maybe just a fluke but for this person it seem to be an issue ,I don't know as much about computers as many of the helpers I just read and learn,and I google quite well if I don't say so myself ,lol
http://www.eightforums.com/general-...as-made-my-pc-almost-unusable.html#post348349
 

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  • OS
    win8.1.1 enterprise
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Hinze57
    CPU
    AMD FX 6100 6core 3.30gHz
    Motherboard
    gigibyte ga-78lmy-s2p
    Memory
    4gig ddr3
    Graphics Card(s)
    Radon hd5000 Series
    Sound Card
    onboard realtek hd
    Monitor(s) Displays
    19" viewsonic/ 22"Samsung
    Screen Resolution
    1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    128gig ssd Kingston
    80gig WD 10000 rpm spinner
    Case
    micro
    Keyboard
    microsoft curve 200
    Mouse
    Logitech wireless M215
    Internet Speed
    high speed 20
    Browser
    ie 11
    Antivirus
    windows defender
    Other Info
    updated enterprise apr 2/14
and I google quite well if I don't say so myself

@caperjack:
Are you implying that I should have googled to find evidence of your claim regarding Kapersky? Not gonna happen anyday soon! Thanks for that single link. The (presumed) expertise of the OP, as expressed in that thread, would make anyone stray away from Kapersky (lol). However, as so eloquently stated by Masterchef:

I use Kaspersky integrated into ZoneAlarm myself, and it is flawless. Others that misconfigure things or have random junk software installed along with it might not have such luck.

Good day to you.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 8.1
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    CPU
    Intel G2020
    Motherboard
    ASRock B75M-DGS R2.0
    Memory
    8GBs @ 1333 MHz
    Hard Drives
    Samsung 840 EVO
    PSU
    400w
    Internet Speed
    57/11
and I google quite well if I don't say so myself

@caperjack:
Are you implying that I should have googled to find evidence of your claim regarding Kapersky? Not gonna happen anyday soon! Thanks for that single link. The (presumed) expertise of the OP, as expressed in that thread, would make anyone stray away from Kapersky (lol). However, as so eloquently stated by Masterchef:

I use Kaspersky integrated into ZoneAlarm myself, and it is flawless. Others that misconfigure things or have random junk software installed along with it might not have such luck.

Good day to you.
no ,im not implying anything to you, ,if anything the user who had the error ,I think they could have ,should have, found what I did when I googled .
i google almost everything because I have a very bad memory ,and need to refresh my memory when offering help
 
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  • OS
    win8.1.1 enterprise
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    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Hinze57
    CPU
    AMD FX 6100 6core 3.30gHz
    Motherboard
    gigibyte ga-78lmy-s2p
    Memory
    4gig ddr3
    Graphics Card(s)
    Radon hd5000 Series
    Sound Card
    onboard realtek hd
    Monitor(s) Displays
    19" viewsonic/ 22"Samsung
    Screen Resolution
    1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    128gig ssd Kingston
    80gig WD 10000 rpm spinner
    Case
    micro
    Keyboard
    microsoft curve 200
    Mouse
    Logitech wireless M215
    Internet Speed
    high speed 20
    Browser
    ie 11
    Antivirus
    windows defender
    Other Info
    updated enterprise apr 2/14
Hi Master chief,
what's the magic behind Kaspersky integrated into ZoneAlarm?
would you rate it above Bitdefender total security 2014?
 

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System One

  • OS
    windows 8.1 pro
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
Windows Defender works really well. I would say it is up there with the rest of the AV software. The best thing you can do to protect yourself from viruses, etc. is to make sure Windows is fully updated, even optional updates. Make sure what ever AV software you are using is fully updated as well. Then create you a user account in Windows, make sure the account is a Limited account and not an Admin account. Always use the Limited account and this will help protect you from about 95% of infections plus don't open attachments, be smart online and what sites you go to. Also here is the info as well. Security Now Ep 445 and Ep 446
 

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  • OS
    Windows 8.1
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    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    I Buy Power
    CPU
    Intel Core i5-4570
    Motherboard
    MSI Z87-G41 PC Mate(MS-7850)
    Memory
    ADATA XPG V2 DDR3-1866 - 8GB
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    EVGA nVidia GTX 660
    Sound Card
    Onboard
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Westinghouse L1916HW
    Screen Resolution
    1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    Toshiba DT01ACA050 500GB 7,200RPM
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    OCZ ModXStream Pro 500W - 80 PLUS
    Case
    ARC 647 Gaming Case - Black
    Cooling
    Fans
    Keyboard
    KB-IBP-002
    Mouse
    MOU-IBP-003
    Internet Speed
    30Mbps
    Browser
    IE 11
    Antivirus
    Windows Defender
    Other Info
    Headphones: GG Cruiser PC200-I
    DVD/Blu-ray: HL-DT-ST BDDVDRW UH12NS30
I think Windows Defender does just fine as an AV you shouldn't need more than that. but i always have Malwarebytes Pro running just in case.
 

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System One

  • OS
    Windows 8.1 Pro
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    CPU
    AMD A8-5600K Trinity 32nm Technology
    Motherboard
    Gigabyte Technology Co., Ltd. F2A55M-HD2
    Memory
    16.0GB Dual-Channel DDR3 @ 665MHz
    Graphics Card(s)
    512MB ATI AMD Radeon HD 7560D
    Sound Card
    Realtek High Definition Audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Generic PnP Monitor
    Screen Resolution
    1360x768
    Hard Drives
    1TB Seagate
    Internet Speed
    120mb/s down and 40mb/s up
    Browser
    Chrome 33
    Antivirus
    Avast Internet Security + Malwarebytes Pro
Make the decision yourself here is some actual facts...

Here is the source....
AV-Comparatives Independent Tests of Anti-Virus Software » AV-Comparatives

Here is where you can get the research document they published....
AV-Comparatives Real-World Protection Test » AV-Comparatives
Just click on "English" and it will open a PDF

Page 9 shows actual protection rate and to no surprise MS scored the lowest however bit defender seemed to do well. I would still read the whole document as it is a good read.

Edit: You can also track results monthly here
AV-Comparatives - Independent Tests of Anti-Virus Software - Real World Protection Test Overview
 

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System One

  • OS
    Windows 8.1 Pro 64 Bit
    Computer type
    Laptop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Sager NP2740
    CPU
    Intel Core i7 4702HQ 2.2 GHz
    Motherboard
    W740SU
    Memory
    8 GB 1600 MHz
    Graphics Card(s)
    Intel Iris Pro 5200
    Sound Card
    High Defenition Audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    IPS Display
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1080
    Hard Drives
    Samsung SSD 840 EVO 250 GB mSATA
    Internet Speed
    60 Mbps cable, NETGEAR Night Hawk AC1900
    Browser
    Firefox 38.0.5
    Antivirus
    Windows Defender & Malwarebytes Pro
I love how you say you are virus or malware free. The thing is that you are never sure if you are infected or not. The AVs only detect a portion of viruses. The user is the best anti virus. Be cautious while surfing and use common sense.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 8.1
    Computer type
    Laptop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Lenovo G500
    CPU
    i5
    Memory
    16GB
    Hard Drives
    512GB SSD
    Internet Speed
    19.9Mbps download, 7.98Mbps upload.
    Antivirus
    none
I have been using GDATA Internet Security for several years now and I have always been satisfied with it. So if you ask me I woult try this one.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 8.1 Update 1
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    self built
    CPU
    AMD FX-8350
    Motherboard
    Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD7 Rev. 3
    Memory
    16 GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    Zotac GTX 770 Amp 2 GB
    Browser
    Firefox
    Antivirus
    GDATA Internet Security
Windows Defender is good, but I feel better having Avast Home + ZoneAlarm Free Firewall
 

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System One

  • OS
    Windows 10.0.10122
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    My Build - Vorttex Ultimate
    CPU
    Core i7 @ 4500 MHz
    Motherboard
    ASUS Z87-Plus
    Memory
    32GB DDR3 @ 1822 MHz (OC)
    Graphics Card(s)
    Radeon R9 280X 3GB @ 1180 / 6800 MHz
    Sound Card
    7.1 HDA
    Monitor(s) Displays
    LCD LG 22" + CRT LG 17"
    Screen Resolution
    1760 x 1320 / 1280 x 960
    Hard Drives
    1 x 240 GB SSD (System)
    3 x 500 GB HDD (Data/Media)
    1 x 2000 GB e-HDD (Backup)
    PSU
    ThermalTake 1000W PSU
    Case
    Corsair Carbide R300
    Cooling
    Corsair H60 (Push-Pull)
    Keyboard
    Microsoft Wireless Keyboard
    Mouse
    Microsoft Wireless Mouse
    Internet Speed
    60 Mbps (Down) 5 Mbps (Up)
    Browser
    IE, FF, Chrome
    Antivirus
    AVG Internet Security 2015
    Other Info
    Some wired stuff
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