Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 [OLD VERSION]

by Kaspersky Lab

Product Features

• Detects viruses in over 1,300 compressed and archive file formats
• Disinfects ZIP, ARJ, CAB, RAR, ICE and LHA files
• Two-tier email protection scans all incoming and outgoing mail
• Hourly updates help defend against malicious programs
• Support for laptops -- the laptops are always fully protected, even when they are not connected to the network

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FRTTVY
• Item model number: KAV60BOXNC
• Date first available at Amazon.com: August 6, 2006
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (91 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,295 in Software (See Top 100 in Software)
  • #14 in Software > Networking > Security
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Amazon.com

Kaspersky® Anti-Virus 6.0 combines traditional anti-virus defense methods with the latest proactive technologies to provide solid and dependable protection against malicious programs.

Beginners in particular will be pleasantly surprised to find a product that is simple to install and set up, while for more advanced users, the product is highly adaptable and can be easily tailored to suit their individual requirements. Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 is remarkable for its seamless integration with the Microsoft Windows family of operating systems (including Microsoft Windows x64) and excellent compatibility with other PC protection programs (e.g., firewalls).

Features

• Installs easily with a clear interface and automated functions making it the right choice for even the most inexperienced computer users.
• Scans email traffic (POP3, IMAP and NNTP for incoming mail, SMTP for outgoing) for all mail programs.
• Scans all HTTP Internet traffic in real time, and offers rapid scan of all individual files, catalogs and disks.
• Controls changes to file system to prevent malicious programs from undermining applications.
• Monitors program activity and warns of suspicious or hidden processes (rootkits) or unauthorized changes.
• Controls status of system registry and alerts of suspicious objects or attempts to create hidden registry keys.
• Records all registry and file system changes to rapidly restore your computer after any malicious attacks.
• Automatically balances scan speeds with increased user activity; and offers accelerated scan settings.
• Blocks dangerous macro commands from being executed.
• Delivers the smallest updates (~ 50 Kb) for virtually instant updating.
• Supports WiFi Internet access for antivirus updating.
• Conserves batteries with economy mode.
• Supports Intel Centrino processors and Hyper-Threading technology.

Product Description

Kaspersky® Anti-Virus 6.0 combines traditional anti-virus defense methods with the latest proactive technologies to provide solid and dependable protection against malicious programs. Beginners in particular will be pleasantly surprised to find a product that is simple to install and set up, while for more advanced users, the product is highly adaptable and can be easily tailored to suit their individual requirements. Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 is remarkable for its seamless integration with the Microsoft Windows family of operating systems (including Microsoft Windows x64) and excellent compatibility with other PC protection programs (e.g., firewalls). Features Installs easily with a clear interface and automated functions making it the right choice for even the most inexperienced computer users. Scans email traffic (POP3, IMAP and NNTP for incoming mail, SMTP for outgoing) for all mail programs. Scans all HTTP Internet traffic in real time, and offers rapid scan of all individual files, catalogs and disks. Controls changes to file system to prevent malicious programs from undermining applications. Monitors program activity and warns of suspicious or hidden processes (rootkits) or unauthorized changes. Controls status of system registry and alerts of suspicious objects or attempts to create hidden registry keys. Records all registry and file system changes to rapidly restore your computer after any malicious attacks. Automatically balances scan speeds with increased user activity; and offers accelerated scan settings. Blocks dangerous macro commands from being executed. Delivers the smallest updates (~ 50 Kb) for virtually instant updating. Supports WiFi Internet access for antivirus updating. Conserves batteries with economy mode. Supports Intel Centrino processors and Hyper-Threading technology.

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

52 of 53 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Love this Software!, August 29, 2006

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Sandy "Sombra del Monte" (Albuquerque, NM) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 [OLD VERSION] (CD-ROM)

I run XP and have tried a wide variety of antivirus software. I still like my separate components rather than a security suite. I left Norton because of numerous javascripting errors. I tried Bit Defender 9--not a bad program. Just not as quick and complete as KAV 6. My computer runs better than ever with KAV installed (I also run a third party firewall). Since installing KAV, my firewall hasn't alerted me to a single intrusion attempt. Seems like good news--and I certainly hope it is! I feel pretty safe running KAV. I like what independent reviewers/testing sites have to say about it. And things don't continually complain or mess up. The only "problem" I've come up against is that when running all the proactive defenses, including the registry guard, it came up with a message tagging IE 7, Beta 3, as a possible danger. And, given IE's track record--it might be. ;) I got very friendly and patient help from the Kaspersky Support Forum hyperlinked from the software itself. Other than that, it's really been "install and forget." Things are running great...in fact, my antispyware seems to be having to clean up less, too. I definitely recommend this software.

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The One To Get, January 29, 2007

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J. White - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 [OLD VERSION] (CD-ROM)

I downloaded a trial version of this from the companys website. I couldn't be more pleased after "experiencing" the awful Norton Antivirus 2007 which slowed my computer to a crawl. Kaspersky was able to detect spyware and adware on my machine that Norton 2007 had totally missed. It also found a peice of obnoxious malware missed by Norton. And the best part of it is that Kaspersky allows you to extensively customize the settings you need for your particular computer. I found that "low" setting worked great in my situation and no performance hit is noticeable.

Just be sure to uninstall Any other anti-virus program before installing this.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Kaspersky vs. norton, May 27, 2007

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Jeffrey I. Weinstein "j48w" (la,ca) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 [OLD VERSION] (CD-ROM)

after five years of struggling with norton slowing down my computer, i needed a change.
with my annual norton subscription expiring, i spent about an hour looking at reviews of other products. while i had never heard of Kaspersky, after reading the reviews and specs, i decided i had nothing to lose.
what an improvement!
if your system response is slow because of norton, i would recommend switching to Kaspersky, you will really see the difference.