NOD32 question

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Lazarey

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I am about to order NOD32 (the retail one) from newegg.com. I read a lot of stuff about it on this forum and it seems to be the best.
However, I was reading the reviews on newegg.com and I ran into a couple of people who said that it wasn't very good if you don't know how to tweak/configure it. Is this true? Because I'm not sure I have the computer skills nesessary to tweak/configure an anti-virus program. Should I get an easier to understand program? If so, what?

EDIT: I wanted to add another question to this. First, on newegg.com they have two versions of NOD32,
a retail:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16832114001

And a OEM:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16832114002

Now I was under the impression that a retail product is usually better than an OEM product. I am correct?

Thanks for taking the time to read this!
 
I have had nothing but success with NOD32, and all you really need to do is install it and let it do it's thing. I'm not really sure what "tweaks" need to be made........
 
What sort of "tweaks" did these reviews mention? As the above poster said, all you have to do is install it and let it run.
 
rapperwith1p said:
What sort of "tweaks" did these reviews mention? As the above poster said, all you have to do is install it and let it run.
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"Pros: It has a small footprint. It scans fast and accurately.

Cons: You have to tweak it for maximum performance. Other people who give one star or two stars are usually people whose real technical understanding is only very low. They claim high ... but it's not. Just ask people on forums like xtremesystems.org, anandtech.com and whatnot. Wish they made you past a test for "technical understanding"

Other Thoughts: Refer to the NOD32 tweaking guide. If you don't use it, it's only good as other antiviruses. In fact, if you don't tweak it, it turns out only mediocre. With this tweak, you can stop viruses that even haven't been discovered."

That's the review I was talking about. I know it's just one out of over 60 but I just want to check.

Also, several people mentioned that you had to get a password from ESET through email. I'm installing this on a new computer and I want to have an anti-virus up and running before I get on the internet with it. Maybe I could look at the email on another computer?
 
I believe he's talking about increasing the neuristics capabilities of nod32 to its highest level. However, that's not necessary as nod32 virus signatures are updated very often and you'll stay up to date on the latest threats as they appear.
 
rapperwith1p said:
I believe he's talking about increasing the neuristics capabilities of nod32 to its highest level. However, that's not necessary as nod32 virus signatures are updated very often and you'll stay up to date on the latest threats as they appear.
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Okay, thanks! Do you know anything about the emailing of the password?
 
Better yet, buy it from the person on the forums who is a licensed reseller - you can get it 5 dollars cheaper.

Crap... the name slips my mind at the moment. Is it IceDigger?

Meh.. do a search for Nod32... I'm sure he's posted in the older threads.
 
drdeutsch said:
Better yet, buy it from the person on the forums who is a licensed reseller - you can get it 5 dollars cheaper.

Crap... the name slips my mind at the moment. Is it IceDigger?

Meh.. do a search for Nod32... I'm sure he's posted in the older threads.
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I sent him a PM a few days ago and he said that he doesn't do that anymore. Thanks for suggesting that though!
 
YARDofSTUF said:
You can order it off of eset's site too.
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I can only find the download not the boxed. I want the boxed one because I am installing it on a new computer with NO security software on it, so I don't want to connect it to the internet until I have security software installed.
If you know where on the ESET site you can buy the boxed version PLEASE tell me!
 
Lazarey said:
Because I was under the impression that a retail product is usually better than it's OEM counterpart. Is this not correct?
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Better in what way? I thought the OEM one was the one recommended. Damn it that is the one I just ordered.
 
Big Worms said:
Better in what way? I thought the OEM one was the one recommended. Damn it that is the one I just ordered.
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My understanding is that the OEM version can sometimes be a stripped down version of the retail because it's what big companies order tons of copies of to put on their machines and they get an OEM version that's cheaper because it has some stuff taken out.

Now I could be COMPLETELY wrong. Hopefully someone will clear this up fo us!
I'm sure that the OEM NOD32 will be fine, I personally would rather just pay a little extra for the retail.

Again, don't let me scare you off OEM, I really don't know! I'm new to all this stuff :D
 
From what I can see on the site, there does not appear to be a substantial difference between the OEM and Retail in terms of the software; they both come with a one year subscription, and both require a registration process that involves obtaining a username and password. The major differences between the two appear to be price, NewEgg's respective return policy, and maybe the Retail version includes a manual or guide or something. NewEgg gives 30 days to return the Retail version for a refund, provided that the software is unopened, whereas they will not issue a refund for returned OEM software and only offer exchanges on product defect.
 
Filburt said:
From what I can see on the site, there does not appear to be a substantial difference between the OEM and Retail in terms of the software; they both come with a one year subscription, and both require a registration process that involves obtaining a username and password. The major differences between the two appear to be price, NewEgg's respective return policy, and maybe the Retail version includes a manual or guide or something. NewEgg gives 30 days to return the Retail version for a refund, provided that the software is unopened, whereas they will not issue a refund for returned OEM software and only offer exchanges on product defect.
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What site are you looking at, newegg or ESET?
 
I don't quite understand why you're concerned about connecting to ESET to download the software, or at least simply downloading the software on the computer you're using now, and then transferring that file to the other computer. Presumably, you could run the trial version to virus scan the computer downloading the software before you transfer the file to the other computer, if you're seriously worried about that. I mean, it seems as though if that method doesn't protect you, installing nod32 by means of a retail package isn't going to protect you, either, since that software will be vulnerable in either case to whatever it is that would theoretically manage to escape nod32's grasp in the suggested alternative method, and you may encounter it at some point taking either path. That isn't to say I think it's probable you'll be infected with something; rather, it's that I don't quite understand how your chosen methodology will protect you any better if you're still planning to connect to the internet, anyhow.

That said, the OEM version of this software is cheaper than a one year subscription from ESET's site...
 
Several points.

Have been using nod32 for years and never even had one infection.

Second. The retail is not worth it. Get the download. You will be up and running in minutes and yes eset emails the password and logon info. You will not get infected by just logging onto the interenet and getting nod nor by logging into your email. Hell if your careful you can even surf the net and not get infected but thats not my point.

Third. You dont need to tweak anything. Right out of the box it works well.

Hope this helps.

Got nod32. Its drop dead the best out there and anyone who believes otherwise has never tried it or truly compared it. Iv tried them all and even still have licenses i bought but havent used just because i like nod so much.
 
Filburt said:
I don't quite understand why you're concerned about connecting to ESET to download the software, or at least simply downloading the software on the computer you're using now, and then transferring that file to the other computer. Presumably, you could run the trial version to virus scan the computer downloading the software before you transfer the file to the other computer, if you're seriously worried about that. I mean, it seems as though if that method doesn't protect you, installing nod32 by means of a retail package isn't going to protect you, either, since that software will be vulnerable in either case to whatever it is that would theoretically manage to escape nod32's grasp in the suggested alternative method, and you may encounter it at some point taking either path. That isn't to say I think it's probable you'll be infected with something; rather, it's that I don't quite understand how your chosen methodology will protect you any better if you're still planning to connect to the internet, anyhow.

That said, the OEM version of this software is cheaper than a one year subscription from ESET's site...
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noesis said:
Second. The retail is not worth it. Get the download. You will be up and running in minutes and yes eset emails the password and logon info. You will not get infected by just logging onto the interenet and getting nod nor by logging into your email. Hell if your careful you can even surf the net and not get infected but thats not my point.
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I do not want to download NOD32 because I have an very slow dial-up connection. It would take me hours to download it. Also, it might disconnect me while downloading and that might mess it all up because they could say I already bought it.

That is why I want to buy a boxed NOD32.
 
Ya eset sells the download package, you get a username and password for their site to DL it when you need it each time as long as its within your subscription time. With dialup I can see wanting the box though.
 
Lazarey said:
I do not want to download NOD32 because I have an very slow dial-up connection. It would take me hours to download it. Also, it might disconnect me while downloading and that might mess it all up because they could say I already bought it. .
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When you purchase NOD32 online, you receive a username and password which will allow you to download the software anytime and as many times as you want while you have a valid subscription.

Buying an online version will be cheaper than a boxed version (retail $49) no matter where you look.
 
SJConsultant said:
When you purchase NOD32 online, you receive a username and password which will allow you to download the software anytime and as many times as you want while you have a valid subscription.

Buying an online version will be cheaper than a boxed version (retail $49) no matter where you look.
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Oh, well maybe I'll do that then! How will they give me a username and password? Will they email it too me?

Also, can I download it on to another computer then transfer it to the computer I want to install it on? I don't want to download it with the new PC because it doesn't have any security software on it yet.
 
Awesome, thanks!

One more question, does it matter that the PC I'd use to download has Windows ME on it?
 
I read somewhere that NOD32 (trial version) is very difficult to uninstall completely.
 
I posted this in my thread "Boxed Nod32" but incase no one reads that I thought I'd put it here too :)

I have been asking some questions on http://wilderssecurity.com and the
"Global Moderator" Blackspear has suggested that I download NOD32 from a person he knows who runs the site www.nod32-av.com . He said that person can provide me with a link to "download a pre-configured (with my settings) NOD32". I think "his settings" are explained on here: http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=37509 but I haven't had time to read that thread.
Blackspear seems like a very knowledgeable person, I just wanted to see if anybody has had any experience with him or the owner of www.nod32-av.com .
 
Blackspear is a good guy, his guide is more in depth than needed, theres barely anything you need to change for scanning and updating.
 
Hello,

By default, NOD32 is designed to provide a high degree of protection. However, there are certain settings which are disabled during a typical installation for performance reasons (some of the more esoteric detection mechanisms may slow down older computers) or because they might interfere with corporate line-of-business applications or management tools (having an anti-virus program interfere with a customized application used by a business can be more disruptive than a virus infection).

The difference between the retail and OEM versions of NOD32 is in the packaging. The retail version comes in a box with a manual and a sleeved disc. The OEM version just includes the sleeved disc. The software, license and support you receive are identical with either version.

When you install NOD32, there will be an option to enter the username and password. Entering these allows the program to download signature updates, as well as updates to the software itself. There is an option to skip this during installation and you can enter them later after the Internet connection and email service are up and running. Alternatively, you can perform the registration on a different computer and print out or write down the username and password so they can be entered when you are ready to use them. One thing to keep in mind, though, is that your license "starts" when you register the software, so if you wait a week between registering it and installing it, you lose a week of your license.

Right now, only ESD (electronic software distribution) versions are available through ESET's web site. The boxed version of NOD32 v2.7 should be available soon but if you cannot wait then go through a reseller who may have the boxed product in stock. You may wish to check before placing your order if the boxed version is the current v2.7 or the earlier v2.5 release. Upgrading is free, but if you are unwilling to download the software you probably won't want to buy a boxed copy of v2.5 and then have to download v2.7. If you do perform an electronic purchase and go with the downloadable version, you should have no trouble downloading the software using a download manager and resuming the download if your modem line disconnects.

I am not aware of any outstanding issues with uninstalling the trial version of NOD32, however, if you do have a problem you can always contact their technical support department for assistance.

There are basically two "editions" of NOD32 for Microsoft Windows, one is for computers running Microsoft Windows 95, 98 and ME and the other is for computers running Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, 2000, XP, Server 2003 and Vista. You can download either one using your username and password, but just make sure you get the right one for the operating system you are going to use on your new computer.

Regards,

Aryeh Goretsky
 
Thank you very much Aryeh! You answered all my questions and thanks for clarifying the difference between OEM and retail.
 
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