Trend Micro Internet Security Pro 3.0
Trend Micro Internet Security Pro 3.0 see short title
User Reviews
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Review Date: 2009-11-20
I had McAfee before trying Trend Micro, and I found Trend Micro kept my systems (a laptop running Windows XP Pro and a virtual desktop running Vista Ultimate) performing faster. The user interface was clear and easy to use. Not having viruses, and not being willing to look for some, I can't say how well it handles them, but I assume it does at least a fair job.
User: Eric Kassan
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Summary: Worked well for me
Helpful Votes: 0
Total Votes: 0
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Review Date: 2009-11-19
I have used Tren Micro for years! Since 2000 Never had any problems or suffered any PC loss, damage, or attack!
User: xoxo
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Summary: The Best! Used For Years! No Problems!
Helpful Votes: 0
Total Votes: 0
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Review Date: 2009-11-19
I've been through most of them (Macafee, Norton, etc)
and Trend Micro is by far the easiest to install, lowest amount of "overhead" or taking up space on the computer and it can be customized for a great firewall, catching adware and malware and of course, viruses.
There is a quick-scan that lets you do a simple, fast scan that covers most of the computer, so you will be able to do a scan frequently and stay safe. The scan can run in the background and there is of course a full scan feature for deep scanning as well.
We have settled on this as our virus protection of choice. Totally happy.
User: Joanna Daneman
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Summary: By far, our favorite virus protection
Helpful Votes: 0
Total Votes: 0
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Review Date: 2009-11-19
BACKGROUND INFO:
This product has been evaluated while using a Dell Dimension E520 running Windows Vista Home Premium with 2GB ram with an Intel Core 2 CPU.
This software allows you to install it onto 3 different computers with one key. You will have to keep paying for the license each year as it expires.
Upon installation of the product, Trend Micro asked me to disable the Windows Defender, which I did. It states that running Windows Defender with the Security Pro would cause conflicts.
I also removed my previous virus scanner, AVG Free, in order to use this. You cannot have 2 virus programs running or installed on your pc at the same time.
REVIEW:
I have mixed feelings about Trend Micro. Before I installed it, I felt my pc was running fine and smooth. After the installation and use of it, now I feel like the PC takes longer to boot and Firefox seems to crash on me a lot. It might be when I used the System Tuner and it messed with the resitry files. I would back up everything before messing with system tuner again.
The program runs as it should and finds a lot of cookies. It has not found a virus yet. I have been using security programs for quite some time so I might not have any virus for the program to find. When searching using Google a list of approved links will have check marks, and suspicious ones will have a question mark.
All in all, it seems like a solid program. Unless you download a ton of stuff from anonymous sites and torrents, this program will handle your virus needs. It is from a trusted name.
User: D. Hong
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Summary: Works fine with Vista
Helpful Votes: 0
Total Votes: 0
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Review Date: 2009-11-19
A little bit of background. I have been in IT for well over 15 years and have always despised using BLOATED anti-virus/anti-malware software of any kind. That being said, I have chosen TREND's corporate products for most of the enterprises I have always supported. Naturally when this product was made available for review, I chose it so I could see what the experience would be for an end user that would purchase this product for their home or small business. Corporate products generally tend to be lighter since they are run in server environments and the load of their operation does not need to be on the end users pc but rather on the server. The packages that are sold by many vendors tend to be bloated in their nature and provide MORE then what is necessary for protection of computers.
The system used was a laptop with 4gb ram and Windows 7 x64 (64bit).
Now on to the review of this product, its pro's, con's, and performance.
Pros:
Windows 7 Compatible
32bit and 64bit Compatible
VERY low memory usage
Cons:
None as of this review
Details:
1. Once you insert the CD Rom for installation you are given a simplistic set of choices.
*Disable included Firewall (which may be something you would consider if you have a good router in place or you are comfortable with Microsoft's built in windows firewall solution)
*Scanning the system for malware/virus' before the product is installed
2. The installation is smooth and quick and immediately starts to protect your computer against known malware out in and around the internet. One thing to always remember is that after you have installed the product you should always run the updater (from the main console) to update the virus definitions so that it is updated against the latest and greatest. I can confirm that Trend is 99.999% on the ball and their updates are rather quickly made available after anything new shows up.....it helps you feel good knowing that the product developers are not sleeping on the job.
3. Once running, Windows 7 automatically recognizes that it has protection in place and does not notify you that you are lacking it. The Trend software uses a AMAZINGLY low amount of ram while running and sitting idle....852k...that is less then 1mb of RAM. I could not believe it myself and thus rebooted and tested on 3 other machines to find similar results...naturally the RAM usage was =/- 10mb on different machines..but that is IMPRESSIVE at the very least. Once the console is open it utilizes about 21mb of RAM..but the console is only required when running updates, changing settings, and or running manual scans etc.
4. One of the best features of this software is what are known as the PRO features. They include:
A) Trend Micro Vault - a password protected folder that allows you to save files which are encrypted and secure..only a user with the password can get to them.
B) System Tuner - a section which allows you to scan and clean the registry in Windows to get rid of old un-necessary entries, clean out temp files, adjust your start up programs, delete un-necessary instant messaging and browsing history, etc... A GREAT feature that helps you keep your system running at peak performance.
C) A toolbar which helps you as your browse to different websites by checking them against a blacklist that is maintained by Trend.
D) Trend Micro Mobile Security - this is a redirect to their website that allows you to download software for certain mobile devices that are supported. Excellent feature..although i worry about its necessity.
Overall this is a great product and I have no harm in recommending it to anyone with a 32 and or 64 bit operating system. It is a lean software and not bloated the way other commercial products tend to be.
My personal laptop has now been running this product for 2 weeks and I am quite satisfied with its performance and the fact that it does not interrupt my daily computing life. As with any antivirus product, you should remember that they are only 99.999% effective with the remainder being common sense and knowing what you are clicking on, viewing, etc.
I have no doubt that this product will win some accolades going forward and I stand behind it. I encourage you to ask me questions via comments so that I can answer them....
User: Tarun Chachra
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Summary: Trend Micro is BEST in its league!!!
Helpful Votes: 0
Total Votes: 0
Editorial Reviews
Trend Micro Internet Security Pro provides the most comprehensive, easy-to-use protection for your personal data so you can shop, bank, or browse with confidence. The most comprehensive, easy-to-use protection for your personal data so you can shop, bank, or browse with confidence. Click to enlarge. |
Easy-to-use, comprehensive protection
Shop, bank, and invest online with peace of mind
Trend Micro Internet Security Pro safeguards your personal information from hackers and cybercriminals whether you are at home or away:
- Remotely secure confidential files and folders in case your computer is lost or stolen
- Automatically check the legitimacy of Wi-Fi "hot spots" when using your laptop on the road
- Prevents data thieves, viruses, SMS text message spam and other malware from invading your smartphone
- Remotely erases data from your smartphone if it's stolen
- Inspects web page content in real-time--so you're protected even if you're the first visitor to a new unsafe website
- Back up as much as 2GB of your critical data to a secure online site
Smart features tailored to your activities
Trend Micro Internet Security Pro not only defends your computer from the latest spyware, viruses, and phishing scams, and goes one step further:
- Keep your protection current with automatic updates
- Prevent unauthorized users from changing your critical applications, without impacting your PC's performance
- Pause security updates or scans when you give presentations, watch movies, or play games
- Automatically prevent suspicious software on USB devices from opening
- Helps you to easily manage all the devices connected to your home network
- Easily customizable parental controls to protect your children against inappropriate content
- Get a complete and customizable snapshot of security activities on your computer
 Enhance performance and privacy by recovering disk space, cleaning up your registry and startup settings, removing cookies, and clearing your browser history. Click to enlarge. |
 Take charge of when and where your children go on the Internet. Block websites with inappropriate content, prevent access at specific times, and even stop kids from entering personal information onto webpages. Click to enlarge. |
 Improved security policies find and stop unwanted attempts to change your operating system and critical software. Click to enlarge. |
 Get a comprehensive and customizable snapshot of all the security activities on your computer through easy-to-use charts and graphs. Click to enlarge. |
 Lock confidential files and folders inside a secure vault on your hard drive in case your computer is lost or stolen. Click to enlarge. |
Optimized PC Performance
Trend Micro Internet Security Pro includes powerful, easy-to-use tools to keep your computer running smoothly:
- 20% smaller file size, 20% faster scan time
- Clean up registry and temp files and manage startup programs to boost PC performance
Surf the web with confidence
- Detects and removes viruses, spyware, and other malicious threats from your computer, email, instant messages and downloads
- Proven leadership in anti-spam technology, including email and image spam
- Finds and blocks untrustworthy links in email and instant messages
- Stops websites from installing dangerous downloads on your computer
- Quick Scan allows you to quickly find and remove most malware when you are running short on time.
Maximum Security. Online Freedom.
Trend Micro Internet Security Pro. Enjoy your online activities with complete confidence.
Key Features of Trend Micro Internet Security Pro
Get Essential Protection
Protects against current and future viruses
An award-winning anti-virus engine protects against computer viruses, worms, Trojan horse programs, and related security threats. Automatic updates immunize you against new computer virus outbreaks for the full duration of your subscription.
Defends your personal information with anti-spyware technology
Powerful anti-spyware technology guards your personal information and privacy against spyware, rootkits, and other malicious software.
Blocks direct online attacks with a personal firewall
Prevent your computer from exchanging data without your approval and defend against attacks from the Internet.
Prevents unauthorized changes
Improved security policies find and stop unwanted attempts to change your operating system and critical software.
Offers customizable security warnings
Decide how often you want to receive warnings about security threats.
Safeguards multiple computers
Install Trend Micro Internet Security Pro on up to three PCs per household.
Surf the Web Safely
Protects against web threats
Steer clear of online phishing scams that try to steal your credit card or bank account numbers. Continuous updates identify the newest risky websites.
Secure Web surfing
Block malicious or untrustworthy hyperlinks in email, websites, or instant messages.
Blocks image spam
Stop seeing spam that tries to evade filters by delivering images instead of just text.
First Visitor Protection
Immediately check web pages for security risks to stay protected even if you're the first visitor to a new unsafe website
Wi-Fi Advisor
Keep your Internet access secure even when away from home. Recognize untrustworthy wireless networks by checking their digital signatures.
Device Access Control
Automatically prevent suspicious software on USB devices from opening.
Smart Features for Your Online Activities
Home Network Map
See the computers and other devices connected to your network at a glance, manage the security of other computers remotely, and block wireless home network intruders from accessing yours.
Security Activity Dashboard
Get a comprehensive and customizable snapshot of all the security activities on your computer through easy-to-use charts and graphs.
State Aware
Work on your presentations, watch movies, or play games without security updates or scans getting in the way.
Protect Your Children Online
Enhanced Parental Controls
Take charge of when and where your children go on the Internet. Block websites with inappropriate content, prevent access at specific times, and even stop kids from entering personal information onto webpages.
Protect Your Personal Information
Trend Micro Vault
Lock confidential files and folders inside a secure vault on your hard drive in case your computer is lost or stolen
Online Backup
Back up as much as 2GB of your critical information to a secure online site
Maximize Your PC Performance
System Tuner
Enhance performance and privacy by recovering disk space, cleaning up your registry and startup settings, removing cookies, and clearing your browser history.
Extend the Protection to Smartphones
Smartphone Protection
Extend protection against malicious attacks to your smartphone when you email or browse websites. Remotely erase your information from your smartphone if it's stolen.
Product Details
- Trend Micro Internet Security Pro 2010 provides the most comprehensive, easy-to-use protection for your personal data so you can shop, bank, or browse with confidence
- An award-winning anti-virus engine protects against computer viruses, worms, Trojan horse programs, and related security threats
- Enhanced parental controls help you to protect your children from inappropriate content when they go online
- Remotely secures confidential files and folders in case your computer is lost or stolen
- Enhance performance and privacy by recovering disk space, cleaning up your registry and startup settings, removing cookies, and clearing your browser history
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