AVG Software Free?

Discussion in 'General Chat' started by nks, May 19, 2008.

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    I've heard rumours that one of the most popular antivirus program, AVG, is going to stop offering free license to home users within the next 2 months.

    How true is this?
     
    nks, May 19, 2008 IP
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    web_hunk Peon

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    Can't say for sure but I have also heard this. Only time will tell.
     
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  3. nks

    nks Well-Known Member

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    So, the rumour is true... thanks :)
     
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    scozzie Active Member

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    They only just released V8...including V8 Free version...I can't see them stopping it just after releasing a new version.

    But who knows...
     
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    nks Well-Known Member

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    That's what I heard about their latest release as well... The thing is, it wasn't stately clearly if the company is really shutting down free versions. Hmm... a thought to ponder, whether to stick with AVG or move to another free version AV.
     
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    #6
    There's always rumours of AVG stopping their free service.

    AVG will continue to remain free - don't worry about it.
     
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    AVG uses the free version of they're program to say "Hey, you like this feature, but if you upgrade to Pro, you get these features too!"
     
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    htmlindex Prominent Member

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    I've heard about this as well. It will truely suck if it's true that it's not free anymore :(
     
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  9. Giamatti

    Giamatti Well-Known Member

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    #9
    there is another thread on that topic, can be found here
     
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    wisdomtool Moderator Staff

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    I really do not think so I just upgraded to AVG 8 free. The updates and everything are still running normally.
     
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    its available for free. I am downloading from here
    techtree.com/India/Downloads/AVG_Anti-virus_80_Free_Edition/551-89222-661.html
     
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  12. nks

    nks Well-Known Member

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    Thanks.... but this thread is about AVG. Nonetheless, thanks for the link - seems like there are other alternatives if AVG is really going to clam down on free editions.
     
    nks, May 19, 2008 IP