Is Kaspersky 2013 worth switching over?

[mrstabhappy]

Hello, I got a copy of Kaspersky internet security 2013 for free as part of my tablet purchase. In terms of performance/protection is it worth switching over from Microsoft security essentials?

 

[mauller07]

if you were going to switch to anything get Eset internet security.

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

Microsoft security essentials? < Hasn't passed certification the last 2 years.

Install Kaspersky

 

[XiRw]

ESET (with the proper settings configured) can run circles around Kasper or practically any other suite.

But if you want to go with Kasper then yes it is a much better choice than MSE.

 

[computertech82]

Compares the anti-virus programs.
http://www.av-comparatives.org/dynamic-tests/

(sometimes one of the free antivirus will be #1 - avast was at one point - changes every year)

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

http://chart.av-comparatives.org/chart1.php?chart=chart2&year=2013&month=7&sort=0&zoom=2

 

[jacob4567]

I'm not familiar with the Microsoft product but have been using Kaspersky for over 4 years and it's worked very well. Using Kaspersky Internet Security 2013 now. I've been able to buy a new license and DVD for use on up to three computers, each year on Buy.com, or similar places, for $20-$30. I never use the DVD but just use the license. When a new version becomes available, I just download that if I want to upgrade. What I've liked about them is that the license entitles you to download the latest software if available during license period. Also, when I contacted customer support once, since my kids use my licenses, also, they only count the "working computers," so if you are using all 3 licenses, and one computer dies, you can still use it on the replacement.

Hello, I got a copy of Kaspersky internet security 2013 for free as part of my tablet purchase. In terms of performance/protection is it worth switching over from Microsoft security essentials?

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

http://www.amazon.com/Kaspersky-Internet-Security-3-Users/dp/B008MR2IDK/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1375109104&sr=8-1&keywords=kaspersky+internet+security+2013

Amazon has the deal year round.