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| About - ESET Smart Security 5 |
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The ESET Smart Security 5 is part of the security software test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, security software models like the Smart Security 5 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
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Renewal fee/yr. |
60 |
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Informative help |
Yes |
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Firewall clear warning |
Data not available |
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Spam filter |
Yes |
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Parental filter |
Yes |
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Non-boot rescue |
Data not available |
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Manufacturer's website |
www.eset.com |
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By from
(6 of 7 customers found this review helpful)
I have used this for 3 years and love it
8/16/2012
Pros
Alerts instantly fast
Use by tech MicroCenter
Won't slow down system
Cons
none
Best Uses
Home networking
Comment:
I have had McAfee, and Norton but Eset has been the best so far.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
By from
(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)
E-Set - Easy to Use/Does not Interfere
8/2/2012
Pros
Does not interfere
Has outside port alerts
Runs on its own
Seems to be very reliable
Cons
So far no cons
Best Uses
Anti Malware
Anti virus
Good firewall
Home Computer system
Comment:
I use e-set on my home PC. It was easy to set up, and I adjusted it so that it works pretty much on its own without interfering with the programs that I am running. It lets me know when there is a problem (like needed updating for Microsoft) and provides a direct link. I believe it can be set up for more user involvement, but I like to be left out of it. Customer Service is good, but I really didn't need it too often.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
By from
(8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)
Does the job without intruding
4/4/2012
Pros
Clear fast alarms
Default setup good
Frequent updates
Fully Customizable
Integrated package
Cons
Best Uses
Comment:
The security suite is used on three home computers -- two desktops and a laptop. Both the 32-bit version and the 64-bit version are in use, and there does not seem to be any difference in performance between them. The suite has detected and blocked malware attempts and virus downloads from the web. When browsing, it retains a list of known virus/malware sites, and will alert you if you try to open one. <br /><br />A particularly helpful feature is when one is on a secure page and entering sensitive information, such a credit card. ESET checks that the transmission of the data is being sent securely. Several times it has alerted that while the page is secure, the data would be sent in unsecure format, allowing us to cancel the send.<br /><br />As with most security packages, some sluggishness can occasionally be detected when ESET is running a full scan of the computer. However, when simply monitoring, there is no detectable impact of computer speed.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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