Protect your PC with Panda Internet Security 2008, free after rebate
Get this 3-user security suite free after rebate.
(Credit: Newegg)Security software: necessary evil or just evil? I tend to think it's the latter, though many would argue it's very necessary and not evil at all. If you fall into that camp (or know a tech doofus who does), check out this deal from Newegg: Panda Internet Security 2008 (3-user edition) shipped to your door for zero dollars. Well, actually, for $40, but you get it back in rebate form.
The Panda package bills itself as a "total security solution," offering anti-virus, anti-spyware, anti-phishing, anti-spam, and possibly anti-matter and anti-depressants (checking on those). It also offers rootkit protection, a two-way firewall, parental controls, and loads of other false-hope--er, safety--features.
CNET hasn't reviewed the suite, but four users spoke up about it on the product page. As with most security suites, some loved it, others hated it. If you don't mind waiting to get your money back and do want hardcore protection against the horrors of the Internet, you can't beat free. The rebate deal [PDF] expires Aug. 16.
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ALSO, once you register this product, you can download the 2009 version for free using the client download page and your client number and email.
Hope everyone enjoys the product and your complete protection!
Jennifer Connett
Director of Consumer Products
Panda Security
It's almost time to renew; not sure if I should or change.
james
- by tektaktyks May 10, 2009 8:46 AM PDT
- a,check just one of th reviews on newegg for this product..:
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(3 Comments)Pros: av works ok.
Cons: horrible support. rebate check bounced, when i called support about a replacement + bank charges i was told my bank was stupid for charging me a bounced check fee. 2 weeks later still no check