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by friscojw

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I am looking for a server version of an AV. I prefer Norton, however, I can't afford the annual updates. Is there a version around that doesn't require annual update fees and has a volume (perpetual) license?

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by mark

I like SAV (Symantec Anti-Virus), evolved from Norton. All these companies require licenses on an annual basis, but SAV doesn't expire, you are kind of on the honor system and won't get tech support if not subscribing. However, the cost is not high, it's about $15 per computer per year. Going thru a reseller, it might be as much as $25 per seat. Still a good deal considering what it thwarts off will save mega $$$.

by techkid

We use Symantic Anti-virus Corporate Edition and if I had to do it all over again I would find something different. We get a lot of false positives, definitions don't update everyday, initial installation of your main server is confusing as hell.

Kaspersky is good... best rated desktop anti-virus. I have it on mine and it's blocking over 7000 more viruses than our SAV server and it updates everyday.

The best is GFI's gateway anti-virus server. But it's spendy so that may not be an option for you.

that's my two cents

by montypdj

You would do well to speak to Computer Associates Their e-trust is excellent, easy to configure (from Server or Client) and their support is good.

Virus Centre is helpful, hourly updates and sending the virus encyclopoedia to my users has saved a few calls and panic.

www.ca.com

They also do an excellent Back up product although I prefer Veritas.

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