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 Dec 2 2008, 08:27 PM
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No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.9.13/1825 - Release Date: 12/2/2008 8:44 PM Seems to be okay, right? As you can see, I'm still running 7.5.524. I didn't do the update to 7.5.548 because the AVG Forum stated that the update was to help with "upgrading to 8.0". The newest update to 7.5.552, the AVG Free forum states: http://freeforum.avg.com/read.php?1,90206,backpage=,sv= QUOTE The latest update includes :- FIXES & IMPROVEMENTS ================= - Improved support for OS system files security. What does this mean? Do I really need to update my program? I seem to be fine running 7.5.524 as far as I can tell... Any thoughts? -------------------- My stats: Windows XP Home SP2; Firefox 3.0.14 w/ Ad-Block Plus; IE 6.0 (used only for monthly Windows Critical Updates); ZoneAlarm 6.1.744.001 Free; AVG 8.5 A/V Free; SuperAntispyware Free 4.28.1010
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Dec 3 2008, 01:18 PM
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a forum member Group: Members Posts: 2,375 Joined: 27-August 07 Member No.: 153,171 |
I have just updated; I am now on
QUOTE Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.9.13/1826 - Release Date: 03/12/08 09:34 bloomcounty assuming your AVG 7.5 system tray icon is still coloured(?)I guess you are covered, but MY view is you are running on NOT up to date definitions , therefore debatable as to are you actually fully covered? and just to throw another spanner in the works  looks as though the Pro version is for the chop toohttp://freeforum.avg.com/read.php?1,158574,backpage=,sv= QUOTE AVG 7.5 Free is still definitely being updated [free.avg.com]. As to when this will cease we don't know. At this stage all we can assume is that the Free updates are perhaps continuing until 31st Dec 08 when the Pro (paid for) version updates are supposed to end according to the Announcement post. (although at present I cannot locate that Pro announcement post )
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Dec 6 2008, 02:42 PM
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Distinguished Member Group: Members Posts: 671 Joined: 11-February 07 Member No.: 111,188 |
QUOTE(ruby1 @ Dec 3 2008, 11:18 AM)  bloomcounty assuming your AVG 7.5 system tray icon is still coloured(?)I guess you are covered, but MY view is you are running on NOT up to date definitions , therefore debatable as to are you actually fully covered? Why do you say my definitions are not up-to-date? What are you basing this on? I just updated right now, and here's what my emails say at the bottom (which coincides with what the program says): QUOTE No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.9.15/1833 - Release Date: 12/5/2008 7:08 PM So at this point, my virus definitions are actually more up-to-date than the ones you last posted, correct? The only difference is that my program version is still at 7.5.524. 7.5.548 update (according to the AVG Free Forum) was for "preparation to upgrade to AVG Free 8.0" (which we all agree makes no sense). 7.5.552 update (according to the AVG Free Forum) is for "Improved support for OS system files security." (I have no idea what that means...) So why do you think my definitions are not up-to-date? I may just update for the heck of it though... 
-------------------- My stats: Windows XP Home SP2; Firefox 3.0.14 w/ Ad-Block Plus; IE 6.0 (used only for monthly Windows Critical Updates); ZoneAlarm 6.1.744.001 Free; AVG 8.5 A/V Free; SuperAntispyware Free 4.28.1010
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Dec 6 2008, 03:19 PM
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a forum member Group: Members Posts: 2,375 Joined: 27-August 07 Member No.: 153,171 |
Lets try this explanation
fron the AVG forum http://freeforum.avg.com/read.php?1,90206,90206 QUOTE ZA firewall users Please note that with the program update 7.5.549 the AVG program AVGINET.EXE has been updated to 7.5.0.541. and QUOTE AVGINET.EXE http://www.google.co.uk/search?hl=en&q...earch&meta= QUOTE avginet.exe is a process associated with Avg Anti-Virus from Grisoft. It detects and downloads updates for the virus definitions. If you block or remove this process your Avg Anti-Virus will become out of date. I understand THAT to mean that if you do not take ON the update you WILL go out of date with your definitions mine are now QUOTE No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.9.15/1834 - Release Date: 06/12/08 16:55 |
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Dec 6 2008, 05:00 PM
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Distinguished Member Group: Members Posts: 671 Joined: 11-February 07 Member No.: 111,188 |
QUOTE(ruby1 @ Dec 6 2008, 01:19 PM) QUOTE avginet.exe is a process associated with Avg Anti-Virus from Grisoft. It detects and downloads updates for the virus definitions. If you block or remove this process your Avg Anti-Virus will become out of date. I understand THAT to mean that if you do not take ON the update you WILL go out of date with your definitions I see what you're saying, but I don't think that's correct. The process still works. It's just an "older" version, right? The only way that you'll go out of date with your definitions according to the quote you posted above is if you block or remove the process. I have done neither. The process still works (otherwise I wouldn't be able to download definition updates, which I still am, as I've demonstrated). Right now, I'm at: QUOTE No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.9.15/1834 - Release Date: 12/6/2008 4:55 PM Our virus database is exactly the same. Also, the program update is over 10 Megs! That's HUGE, don't you think? And that's about the size it was for the update to 7.5.548, which, again, the forum stated was for "preparation to upgrade to 8.0" -- so to me it sounds like of that 10 megs, 95% of it is for stuff that makes n sense. I've never had an AVG program update that's 10megs before. Seems weird... Also note, the program update is a Recommended Update, not a critical update: http://free.avg.com/download-update-7#tba2 QUOTE The recommended update section offers updates containing program changes, fixes and improvements that are not critical for your AVG functionality but will enhance the program behavior. Windows: 7.5.552 All necessary modules November 25, 2008 9.8 MB The CRITICAL program update is only to Version 7.5.486, which I am already further above: http://free.avg.com/download-update-7#tba1 QUOTE The priority update section includes the latest virus database updates and/or program updates crucial for your AVG proper functioning. To secure the maximum protection, always download the latest priority update as soon as it is available! Windows: 7.5.486 Additional module: setup. September 13, 2007 636.8 kB See what I mean...? Thoughts? -------------------- My stats: Windows XP Home SP2; Firefox 3.0.14 w/ Ad-Block Plus; IE 6.0 (used only for monthly Windows Critical Updates); ZoneAlarm 6.1.744.001 Free; AVG 8.5 A/V Free; SuperAntispyware Free 4.28.1010
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Dec 12 2008, 08:28 AM
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 Forum Regular Group: HJT Junior Classmen Posts: 154 Joined: 19-June 08 From: Tennessee USA Member No.: 217,324 |
Got this from AVG's web site.
Full support for all paid AVG 7.5 products will be provided until April 30, 2009. This support covers all* home and SMB/enterprise solutions, and includes all updates and 24/7 technical and sales support. *Except AVG Anti-Spyware 7.5, for which support will end on December 31, 2008. I assume the free version will not be supported. Here is the link. AVG |
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Dec 12 2008, 09:31 AM
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a forum member Group: Members Posts: 2,375 Joined: 27-August 07 Member No.: 153,171 |
@bloomcountythe plot thickens
http://www.avg.com/faq.num-457#faq_457 java script: faqshow(1462,9); QUOTE There is new function “Upgrade Tool” available in latest versions of AVG 7.5 . This tool is available in several places, but the most visible are new buttons "Upgrade to AVG 8.0" in AVG Control Center and AVG Test Center. This tool helps you to upgrade your AVG 7.5 to version 8.0 that offers even better protection, as well as many new features and enhanced performance. The conversion process is divided into several simple steps. QUOTE Please note AVG Upgrader will not be displayed to all AVG 7.5 users at the same time. It will be activated within each AVG 7.5 installation via several consecutive program updates. This is to optimize the license server traffic during the process of mass conversion from AVG 7.5 to AVG 8.0. In case "Upgrade to AVG 8.0" button is not available in your AVG 7.5 you can wait until some of the next program update will allow this button, or you can upgrade manually following the instructions described in the FAQ# 1148. BUT QUOTE Platforms supporting AVG Upgrade Tool AVG Upgrade Tool is supported by the following operating systems: Windows 2000 Professional (with the latest Service Pack) Windows XP (Home and Professional editions, both with Service Pack 2) Windows Vista (all editions) that are not under the Remote Control. I take THAT to mean that if you are on XP you WILL see the 'update' but if the comp is 98se you will NOT see the update if you keep scrolling down that page you will see more info HOWEVER I still say I am of the view that avg 7.5 needs to be uninstralled prior to installing avg 8.0; BUT that is really NOT the purpose of this thread
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 Dec 13 2008, 01:39 PM
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a forum member Group: Members Posts: 2,375 Joined: 27-August 07 Member No.: 153,171 |
I note on the AVG forum a thread that seems to be getting frequently edited
http://freeforum.avg.com/read.php?1,136697,backpage=,sv= QUOTE Update: Support for AVG 7.5 Free will be provided until February 28, 2009. (hopefully this will continue to be revised indefinitly )however QUOTE Please note, that this does not apply to AVG Anti-Spyware 7.5, it's support will be ended on December 31, 2008. |
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Dec 13 2008, 07:30 PM
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Distinguished Member Group: Members Posts: 671 Joined: 11-February 07 Member No.: 111,188 |
Boy, am I glad I didn't install that Recommended Update then! I think I can do without that "update to 8.0" button everywhere stuff.
 I'll stick with the version I'm running, with which I can still update my virus definitions (as described above). Thanks for the info! -------------------- My stats: Windows XP Home SP2; Firefox 3.0.14 w/ Ad-Block Plus; IE 6.0 (used only for monthly Windows Critical Updates); ZoneAlarm 6.1.744.001 Free; AVG 8.5 A/V Free; SuperAntispyware Free 4.28.1010
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Feb 25 2009, 12:55 PM
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a forum member Group: Members Posts: 2,375 Joined: 27-August 07 Member No.: 153,171 |
As requested above and for those who may be following the information on this thread
there has been a major program update requiring a computer reboot; It is still on AVG 7.5 free antivirus program current program details following the reboot are version 7.5.557 270.11.3/1971 |
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Feb 26 2009, 07:29 PM
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I think I'll avoid this program "upgrade" like the last one, as it's for upgrading 7.5 to 8.0 (which you're not supposed to do anyways, you're supposed to uninstall completely and then install 8.0). I'm still running 7.5 Free 7.5.524.
http://freeforum.avg.com/read.php?1,90206,backpage=,sv= QUOTE FIXES & IMPROVEMENTS
================= - Changes in the upgrading system of AVG 7.5 Free. -------------------- My stats: Windows XP Home SP2; Firefox 3.0.14 w/ Ad-Block Plus; IE 6.0 (used only for monthly Windows Critical Updates); ZoneAlarm 6.1.744.001 Free; AVG 8.5 A/V Free; SuperAntispyware Free 4.28.1010
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Feb 28 2009, 01:18 AM
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 Just Hoping To Help Group: Members Posts: 1,208 Joined: 30-December 08 From: Utah Member No.: 275,768 |
The support for 7.5 just keeps getting extended. The latest extension for it is now 4/30/09.
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Feb 28 2009, 01:25 AM
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QUOTE(Stang777 @ Feb 28 2009, 01:18 AM) The support for 7.5 just keeps getting extended. The latest extension for it is now 4/30/09. Well, it's like 8.0 Strand now, so actually, 7.5 is discontinued. -------------------- Who said I couldn't have everything?
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Feb 28 2009, 05:09 PM
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QUOTE(Stang777 @ Feb 28 2009, 06:18 AM) The support for 7.5 just keeps getting extended. The latest extension for it is now 4/30/09. Could you kindly give the link to this information as it does not seem to appear on the AVG forum thanks 
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 Feb 28 2009, 05:18 PM
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a forum member Group: Members Posts: 2,375 Joined: 27-August 07 Member No.: 153,171 |
For those interested, I have located this link
http://www.avg.com/faq.num-1593#faq_1593 but note QUOTE Full support for all paid AVG 7.5 products will be provided until April 30, 2009. I guess this does not include the free AVG antivirus 7.5 which many of us are still running? OUR 'fate' may well be evidenced in the next few days if the program will or will not update
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