Avira

Discussion in 'other anti-virus software' started by JerryM, Apr 16, 2013.

  1. smage

    smage Registered Member

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    Hello

    I am running a trial of Avira Internet Security Suite.
    If I want to purchase and use only the Avira Antivirus Suite, can I do so without doing a complete reinstall?

    Thanks
     
  2. maddawgz

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    just installed free one, wow this cloud way is kind of cool.....does that mean less resources?, I like how u can add extra devices.
     
  3. fearlessscientist

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    My Avira free still stays at version 14.0.0.383. Two versions have gone by and still no update in my system. Why dont Avira send the version upgrades in all the servers at the same time. Its annoying.
     
  4. aztony

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    Must be a trend, Panda users have a similar complaint.
     
  5. zfactor

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    odd updating fine here
     
  6. anon

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    The Avira Protection Cloud (APC)
    http://techblog.avira.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/config-center.png
    added to free version?
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  7. fearlessscientist

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    Maybe servers near Europe gets priority :mad:
     
  8. Johnny123

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    I doubt it. You are better off uninstalling it first and running their registry clean-up tool aftwards.

    I tried to upgrade the free version to Antivirus Suite by entering the code after I bought it. A popup told me I was entitled to the Antivirus Suite, would I like it to be downloaded and installed? I clicked yes and everything looked OK at first. After that, however, I had no internet connection anymore. Uninstall>reinstall and everything was back to normal.
     
  9. Macstorm

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    Good advice ;)
     
  10. Johnny123

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    I've used AntiVir/Avira since the Win 9.x days (it's always been the most popular AV in Germany). I have all the battle scars from such scenarios :D
     
  11. smage

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    Yep thanks, I've done a fresh install.
     
  12. johnyjohn

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    Product updates are partly rolled out to avoid bandwitch saturation and keep a good one.
    If you're in a hurry, do a fresh install with last kit available or just wait. :D
     
  13. zfactor

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    im in the usa not europe.
     
  14. anon

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    ..... or select the "upgrade" option instead of the fresh install (in order to keep your current configuration settings) during the installation process.
     
  15. maddawgz

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    So have i installed cloud?, i just went to site and wanted the free home version and now i don't have an actual program like before, its a pop up saying protected, have i done it correctly?. What's better this way or the older version.
     
  16. anon

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    Most probably you have installed "My Avira" =
    http://www.avira.com/en/support-for-home-knowledgebase-detail/kbid/1582
    https://www.wilderssecurity.com/showpost.php?p=2286246&postcount=827
    http://www.avira.com/en/myavira-invite
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    Download Avira Free Antivirus:
    After completing the installation, the traditional main window (Control Center) of Avira 2014 Free remains the same, as always was =
    http://www.softpedia.com/progScreenshots/AntiVir-Personal-Edition-Screenshot-6527.html
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    Manual uninstallation:
    http://www.avira.com/en/support-for-home-knowledgebase-detail/kbid/902
     
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  17. maddawgz

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  18. Blackcat

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    I am trialling the Antivirus Suite 2014 for my son who needs a "light" AV. So far so good.

    Assuming its a keeper, rather than paying retail, I would like to pick up a cheap copy of either Antivirus Premium 2013 or Avira Internet Security 2013 and use their activation codes in the new 2014 product. Is this possible?

    And if I plump for the new Avira Antivirus Suite which old code do I need, the one for AV Premium 2013 or the one for IS 2013?

    Sorry if this has been asked previously but this is a LONG thread.

    PS Any cheap deals going on Avira?
     
  19. Johnny123

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    Yes, that's what I did.

    For the Antivirus Suite use AV Premium 2013.

    I bought mine here. When you check out, switch the currency to US $ and it's even less (at least it was in my case. They always seem to charge more in €).
     
  20. anon

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    @Johnny123

    many thanks :thumb:
     
  22. The Hammer

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    I wonder if the purchases will work in North America?
     
  23. Johnny123

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    I don't see why it shouldn't. If it doesn't, try this one. They seem to be the same store, but this one says it's the US site. Both are in the UK according to Flagfox.
     
  24. The Hammer

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    Thanks I'll keep it in mind when the time comes to renew.:)
     
  25. zfactor

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    i dont believe avira will have a issue with activation from either of those sites. im sure stephan could answer for sure but i dont believe it is.
     
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