Anti-virus software

[ajp]

We had a problem with a file, and support told us that McAfee can have problems with pro series.  I guess you can tell it to ignore certain files, but that is a pain with several client files.  We were told that Norton might be a better option because you can have it ignore the whole folder of data files. 

Does anyone have input regarding anti-virus software?  I don't know why it would mess with the data file to begin with.  I was looking at reviews, and Norton does fair better than McAfee, but there are other brands that do even better such as Bitdefender. 

[PATAX]

ProSeries support was correct... Antivirus software may cause problems and it may slow down your computer... most computers come with built-in antivirus software ... I would also assume that Intuit has built-in safeguards...use your computer for business only...

[Terry53029]

I've used Norton with ProSeries Pro over 20 years with no problems 

[IRonMaN]

I’ve used McAfee with ProSeries for years without any issues.

[Just-Lisa-Now-]

I use ESET, never had an issue.

[ajp]

So, you feel that the built in protection is enough?  This is a PC; I am usually an Apple person, and worry about PCs.  I wasn't sure if Microsoft Defender was enough.  The computer is only for business. 

[ajp]

Thanks! I'll look into ESET.

[ajp]

I'm glad it is working for you.  One of our large files was corrupted, and pro series support blames McAfee, so I feel the need to change.  We can't keep rebuilding files.  

[ajp]

This is my current leaning.  Thank you for your feedback.