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Found this compilation on, of all places, dodgeforums.com--as in Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep. (I just bought a used Durango. Now I have a new community to play in. I'm on as Richard_L, in case anyone wants to look me up.) Years ago I switched from AVG to avast, of which a recent upgrade was rather flaky. Now I've switched back. I don't like AVG any more than I did before. I found this list most informative. I may have to actually pay for a program, LOL. http://dodgeforum.com/forum/computer-tec...08-31-10-a.html
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Avast! didn't like my 64-bit version of Windows 7...too bad. I now use AVG on that machine.
However, I still have Avast! on my laptop [XP-3] and my other desktop [Vista Home Basic].
I think both are very good, free anti-virus programs. At least they are not resource hogs like Norton...
Fire, the wheel, and the I IV V -- foundations of civilization.
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i've used avast for years without a problem until win7/64. it will not perform a boot-time scan but it will do a normal scan. a plus is...it updates automatically several times a day.
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Have you ever tried Microsoft Security Essentials? I have been using it for a while now and it seems to do okay and seems to have a small footprint.
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If you're looking for a freebie ,Microsoft Security Essentials, is very good (as retake says above). Norton has a bad rap nowadays, although it used to be true. Their last couple of versions are very good, about as good as it gets and I've tried a bunch of them.
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I just removed Norton 360 from my Vista 64x machine. Seems like it was forever working in the background. Some of the tuneup tools such as Optimization had me all tied up, causing me to go to an earlier restore point. I've never had a problem with Avast and that is what I'm using now.
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Call me crazy, but I'm using the paid version of AVG. I figure that I want a full featured internet security program. So far so good, it found a malware pgm right away on my wife's laptop and stopped it. I ran malwarebytes just to be sure that it was gone and it was. Nary a problem with AVG for us. YMMV.
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Ubuntu, just try and get me LOL. The only files I'm putting on my Windows system re biab, video files and jpgs from my cameras, and midi files. I've yet to see those be corrupted.
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Call me crazy, but I'm using the paid version of AVG. I figure that I want a full featured internet security program. So far so good, it found a malware pgm right away on my wife's laptop and stopped it. I ran malwarebytes just to be sure that it was gone and it was. Nary a problem with AVG for us. YMMV.
Me too. Malwarebytes is excellent too, although I use the free version of that. Between them, there hasn't been anything I can't wrangle in, if it sneaks by. I initially liked AVG because it wasn't intrusive at ALL. Norton and Macfee were notoriously intrusive and nagged the ever lovin crap outa me all the time. Macfee is a virus itself, I swear. AVG has remained in the background without being a nag and I appreciate that. It gets a little pushy about its broswer bar sometimes with updates, but for the most part it leaves you alone and does it's job. A great thing.
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Ubuntu, just try and get me LOL. The only files I'm putting on my Windows system re biab, video files and jpgs from my cameras, and midi files. I've yet to see those be corrupted.
I was going to say this but I figured I'd get jumped on but seeing as you said it first I'll just totally agree with you. I check myself at GRC Shields Up & I don't exist on the Internet and even having my Internet address they can't get in.
I do use a Firewall of course.
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Have you ever tried Microsoft Security Essentials? I have been using it for a while now and it seems to do okay and seems to have a small footprint.
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Yup - been using MSE since I've upgraded to Win 7 64 Ultimate. Works great!
Cheers,
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Cheers, Mike My Music * Asus ROG Strix G15CF 32 GB DDR4 4TB HDD + 1 TB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 8GB Win 11 AKAI EIE PRO Sound Interface. BIAB/RB 2024 UltraPak Build - Latest
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I am very happy to be using Avast Internet Security. I don't have any problems, I have a two year license for three computers for like $60, plus I also have a two year license for my Windows Home Server box. Does everything I need, and keeps me clean.
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I'm blessed watching God do what He does best. I've had a few rough years, and I'm still not back to where I want to be, but I'm on the way and things are looking far better now than what they were!
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I'm running Avast also. Friday my system passed a PCI compliance test. It's a security test for networks and computers.
Five hours of my system and network being checked for vulnerabilities by securitymetrics.com
It's kinda scary to give them your direct IP and watch the modem light up as they try to hack your network..
Granted it takes more than installing Avast to pass this test; lots of other security practices in place here.
Make your sound your own!
.. I do not work here, but the benefits are still awesome
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Ask sales and support questions about Band-in-a-Box using natural language.
ChatPG's knowledge base includes the full Band-in-a-Box User Manual and sales information from the website.
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Update Your PowerTracks Pro Audio 2024 Today!
The Newest RealBand 2024 Update is Here!
The newest RealBand 2024 Build 5 update is now available!
Download and install this to your RealBand 2024 for updated print options, streamlined loading and saving of .SGU & MGU (BB) files, and to add a number of program adjustments that address user-reported bugs and concerns.
This free update is available to all RealBand 2024 users. To learn more about this update and download it, head to www.pgmusic.com/support.realband.htm#20245
The Band-in-a-Box® Flash Drive Backup Option
Today (April 5) is National Flash Drive Day!
Did you know... not only can you download your Band-in-a-Box® Pro, MegaPAK, or PlusPAK purchase - you can also choose to add a flash drive backup copy with the installation files for only $15? It even comes with a Band-in-a-Box® keychain!
For the larger Band-in-a-Box® packages (UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, Audiophile Edition), the hard drive backup copy is available for only $25. This will include a preinstalled and ready to use program, along with your installation files.
Backup copies are offered during the checkout process on our website.
Already purchased your e-delivery version, and now you wish you had a backup copy? It's not too late! If your purchase was for the current version of Band-in-a-Box®, you can still reach out to our team directly to place your backup copy order!
Note: the Band-in-a-Box® keychain is only included with flash drive backup copies, and cannot be purchased separately.
Handy flash drive tip: Always try plugging in a USB device the wrong way first? If your flash drive (or other USB plug) doesn't have a symbol to indicate which way is up, look for the side with a seam on the metal connector (it only has a line across one side) - that's the side that either faces down or to the left, depending on your port placement.
Update your Band-in-a-Box® 2024 for Windows® Today!
Update your Band-in-a-Box® 2024 for Windows for free with build 1111!
With this update, there's more control when saving images from the Print Preview window, we've added defaults to the MultiPicker for sorting and font size, updated printing options, updated RealTracks and other content, and addressed user-reported issues with the StylePicker, MIDI Soloists, key signature changes, and more!
Learn more about this free update for Band-in-a-Box® 2024 for Windows at www.pgmusic.com/support_windowsupdates.htm#1111
Band-in-a-Box® 2024 Review: 4.75 out of 5 Stars!
If you're looking for a in-depth review of the newest Band-in-a-Box® 2024 for Windows version, you'll definitely find it with Sound-Guy's latest review, Band-in-a-Box® 2024 for Windows Review: Incredible new capabilities to experiment, compose, arrange and mix songs.
A few excerpts:
"The Tracks view is possibly the single most powerful addition in 2024 and opens up a new way to edit and generate accompaniments. Combined with the new MultiPicker Library Window, it makes BIAB nearly perfect as an 'intelligent' composer/arranger program."
"MIDI SuperTracks partial generation showing six variations – each time the section is generated it can be instantly auditioned, re-generated or backed out to a previous generation – and you can do this with any track type. This is MAJOR! This takes musical experimentation and honing an arrangement to a new level, and faster than ever."
"Band in a Box continues to be an expansive musical tool-set for both novice and experienced musicians to experiment, compose, arrange and mix songs, as well as an extensive educational resource. It is huge, with hundreds of functions, more than any one person is likely to ever use. Yet, so is any DAW that I have used. BIAB can do some things that no DAW does, and this year BIAB has more DAW-like functions than ever."
Convenient Ways to Listen to Band-in-a-Box® Songs Created by Program Users!
The User Showcase Forum is an excellent place to share your Band-in-a-Box® songs and listen to songs other program users are creating!
There are other places you can listen to these songs too! Visit our User Showcase page to sort by genre, artist (forum name), song title, and date - each listing will direct you to the forum post for that song.
If you'd rather listen to these songs in one place, head to our Band-in-a-Box® Radio, where you'll have the option to select the genre playlist for your listening pleasure. This page has SoundCloud built in, so it won't redirect you. We've also added the link to the Artists SoundCloud page here, and a link to their forum post.
We hope you find some inspiration from this amazing collection of User Showcase Songs!
Congratulations to the 2023 User Showcase Award Winners!
We've just announced the 2023 User Showcase Award Winners!
There are 45 winners, each receiving a Band-in-a-Box 2024 UltraPAK! Read the official announcement to see if you've won.
Our User Showcase Forum receives more than 50 posts per day, with people sharing their Band-in-a-Box songs and providing feedback for other songs posted.
Thank you to everyone who has contributed!
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