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 Webroot SecureAnywhere Internet Security (3-Device) (1-Year Subscription)
Webroot SecureAnywhere Internet Security (3-Device) (1-Year Subscription)
We live in an age of technology, with endless resources at our fingertips. Just turn on your PC, Mac, Android or iOS device and merge onto the information highway where you can shop, browse, communicate, share, socialize, work, bank and more. The wonders of the Internet are seemingly limitless, but similar to most things in life, with the good comes the bad. Lurking around every corner are malicious online threats that put your computers, mobile devices, information and identity at risk. While you answer e-mail, you're vulnerable to phishing attacks. Every new link may lead to a virus. Fake Web sites might look legitimate but could trick you into revealing crucial information. Malware could infiltrate your device at any moment. Don't panic — defend your identity and your technology with the powerful protection features of Webroot SecureAnywhere Internet Security, and navigate the Internet without worry.Always-on protection means that whether you're shopping, banking, browsing or sharing, Webroot is there to stop the latest known and unknown threats that put you at risk. This software will warn you about infected Web sites before you visit them and provides continuous protection without interruptions or slowdowns. Facebook and Twitter are no longer such high points of weakness as Webroot SecureAnywhere Internet Security provides comprehensive social network protection to help counteract tricky malware. To make life simpler, Webroot manages your passwords, so you only have to remember one, and lets you navigate security on your devices from one easy-to-use interface. This software also analyzes your operating system for existing system issues to get you started with a clean slate. Enjoy all that the Web has to offer without putting yourself at risk. Whether you have a PC, Mac, Android or iOS device — or regularly use up to three of them online — defend them with Webroot.
 
Decent program, but just middle-of-the-pack
Customer Rating
2.0 out of 5
2.0
Posted by: gz2313
from Tulsa, OK
on November 4, 2014
Webroot has been around for a while, and they put out a decent program, but overall, I'd say better than some, not as good as others. I'm sure someone will rave about it as the best you can get, and I have my humble opinion, as well. I'm not really that security-conscious, even though my computer has been infected at times, but I lean more towards performance than security. So I use a certain free antivirus that does NOT slow my computer, in startup, normal operations, or shutdown, and I pay close attention to anything out of the ordinary running in the background. That way, I spend my time working, rather than waiting, and once in a while, I do some deep cleaning, or even reformat and reload Windows.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
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 Dell - Inspiron Desktop - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Dell - Inspiron Desktop - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Dell Inspiron i3847-3850BK Desktop: This computer provides a generous 1TB hard drive for your photos, music and movies, plus the option to add more storage later. And with plenty of ports, you can easily connect to your camera, HDTV and other devices.Learn more about the New Windows ›
 
Dell is the best, and BestBuy made it a quick buy
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: gz2313
from Tulsa, OK
on November 4, 2014
I've settle on Dell for quite a few years, and usually talk my clients into going online and getting one, because they've been cheaper than anywhere in town. But BestBuy had a great deal on exactly the computer I had picked out for someone, so they made an offer I couldn't refuse!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
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Store and protect everything from cherished photos and videos to sensitive work files with the Cruzer Glide USB Flash Drive. The drive comes with SanDisk SecureAccess software, which lets you password-protect and secure files you want to keep private while permitting access to files you want to share. The compact drive features a red slider that glides shut to shield the USB connector. SanDisk products are constructed to the highest standards and rigorously tested. You can be confident in the outstanding quality, performance and reliability of every SanDisk product.
 
Still the most reliable hard drive on the market
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: gz2313
from Tulsa, OK
on September 19, 2014
Ease of Use
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Capacity
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: Great reliability, easy to use, good price
What's not so great: Not as fast as some
I've used most other brands of USB drives, and most have failed at some time, but I have yet to see a Sandisk fail. I believe for that reason, they're higher priced than some brands, and well worth it.
This product has... Reliable, durable, Attractive design/portable, Large capacity/good size
About me... Budget Conscious, Business Professional, Need a simple backup solution
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
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 SanDisk - Cruzer 16GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive - Black
SanDisk - Cruzer 16GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive - Black
Store and protect everything from cherished photos and videos to sensitive work files with the Cruzer Glide USB Flash Drive. The drive comes with SanDisk SecureAccess software, which lets you password-protect and secure files you want to keep private while permitting access to files you want to share. The compact drive features a red slider that glides shut to shield the USB connector. SanDisk products are constructed to the highest standards and rigorously tested. You can be confident in the outstanding quality, performance and reliability of every SanDisk product.
 
Reliable, easy to use, fairly responsive
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: gz2313
from Tulsa, OK
on August 21, 2014
Ease of Use
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Capacity
5.0 out of 5
5.0
After trying several other brands in years past, I'll only use Sandisk, because I have yet to see one fail, lose any data, or fall apart. I really like to see the light working, so I know if the drive is idle, reading, or writing. Good size, the retractible head is essential for me, and the 2.0 speed is acceptable for most users' backup needs.
This product has... Reliable, durable, Attractive design/portable, Large capacity/good size
About me... Budget Conscious, Business Professional, Need a simple backup solution, Need storage for large media files
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
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Step up to high-speed USB 3.0 and transfer your videos, photos and files up to ten times faster than standard USB 2.0 drives. SanDisk Ultra® USB 3.0 Flash Drive takes the wait out of moving, sharing or backing up big files—now you can transfer a full-length movie from your laptop to your flash drive in less than a minute. Password protection lets you keep your private files private, while still being able to share generously with family and friends. And, with a sleek, sturdy SanDisk Ultra USB 3.0 Flash Drive in your pocket, you won’t need an internet connection to access those photos and videos any place or any time you want. For more than 25 years, SanDisk has been known for quality and reliability all around the world.
 
Maybe not the fastest, but great reliability
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: gz2313
from Tulsa, OK
on August 21, 2014
Ease of Use
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Capacity
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: Good size, easy to use, trustworthy brand
What's not so great: Supposed to be 3.0, but not as fast as it should be
Sandisk is the only USB drive I'll use. I've tried several brands in the past, and most have failed, but I have yet to see a Sandisk fail, or lose any data. As far as the 3.0 speeds, the Ultra is not as fast as the Extreme, but it's noticeably faster than the older 2.0 drives, and for the price, it's acceptable.
This product has... Reliable, durable, Attractive design/portable, Large capacity/good size
About me... Budget Conscious, Business Professional, Need a simple backup solution, Need storage for large media files
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
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 WD - Blue 500GB Internal SATA Hard Drive for Laptops
WD - Blue 500GB Internal SATA Hard Drive for Laptops
Store important games, videos, music, and more on this Western Digital Blue series hard drive. Its 2.5-inch form factor makes it suitable for use in laptops or notebooks. This 500GB Western Digital Blue series hard drive runs at 5400 rpm for decreased heat and power consumption.
 
Still the most reliable hard drive on the market
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: gz2313
from Tulsa, OK
on August 20, 2014
Ease of Use
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
I've handled quite a few drives in my humble, short 30 years of computer experience, and overall (albeit not indestructible), Western Digital is still the best. Thanks to the influx of SSD's, HDD prices have come down, and possibly the quality has increased. I still have some WD's fail, but not compared to others I've seen.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
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 WD - Mainstream 320GB Internal Serial ATA Hard Drive for Laptops
WD - Mainstream 320GB Internal Serial ATA Hard Drive for Laptops
Store up to 320GB of data on this WD Mainstream internal Serial ATA hard drive that is designed for use with laptops and features data transfer rates up to 3 Gbps for enhanced efficiency. Low power consumption enables cool and quiet operation.
 
WD is the best!
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: gz2313
from Tulsa, OK
on May 9, 2014
Ease of Use
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: Fast, reliable
After almost 30 years of handling hard drives, WD has remained the most reliable of all, and outlasting most. I realize some of them are not better than others, but overall, you can trust the brand, and their best is better than the rest.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
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 Dell - 23&quot; Widescreen Flat-Panel IPS LED HD Monitor - Black
Dell - 23" Widescreen Flat-Panel IPS LED HD Monitor - Black
With an 8,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and up to 250 cd/m² brightness, this Dell S2340M LED HD monitor displays crisp, brilliant visuals. The tilt function allows you to easily adjust the viewing angles to suit your preferences.
 
Bright, crisp colors, almost no visible edge
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: gz2313
from Tulsa, OK
on February 14, 2014
Features
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Design
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: Features, picture
I've heard different reports about who actually makes Dell's monitors (they don't), but they seem consistently great quality, even the cheaper ones. This one has almost no visible front edge, a stable base, and great quality.
This product has... Attractive design, Easy to setup, HDMI connection
About me... Budget Conscious, Technology guru/developer, Business Professional
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
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 Acer - 19.5&quot; LED HD Monitor
Acer - 19.5" LED HD Monitor
Acer 20" S200HQL BD LED HD Monitor: The slim profile allows your monitor to be placed in tight spots. It's also perfect as a second monitor in a dual-monitor setup.
 
Acer is great for the budget-conscience.
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: gz2313
from Tulsa, OK
on February 14, 2014
Features
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Design
4.0 out of 5
4.0
What's great about it: Good quality and price
What's not so great: Not all the latest features
About the only thing I can say about most monitors is that they work. Almost all will have VGA and DVI (and switch between both), HDMI is nice, and less edge is great. Acer is a proven brand, and usually less than some of the higher lines.
This product has... Attractive design, Easy to setup
About me... Budget Conscious, Technology guru/developer, Business Professional
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
+1point
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 NETGEAR - N300 N USB Adapter - Black
NETGEAR - N300 N USB Adapter - Black
Set up a wireless network with this wireless USB adapter that features simple installation with a direct connection to a USB port. The transfer speed of up to 300 Mbps provides a fast Internet connection and quick data transfer.View a product demo.
 
Above average performing, very stable adapter
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: gz2313
from Tulsa, OK
on February 14, 2014
Ease of Use
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
4.0 out of 5
4.0
What's great about it: Trustworthy, stable, and decent price
What's not so great: Not as fast or far-reaching
Netgear is almost the only networking brand I'll use, after years of trial (and a lot of errors). They're sure not the cheapest, but the most consistently reliable products I've used. The N300 is now almost 20th-century, but still very usable for smaller environments, maybe under 2000 sq. ft. area.
This product has... Reliable connection
About me... Budget Conscious, Heavy media streamer, Internet phone user, Technology guru, Business Professional
I would recommend this to a friend!
I use it in...:Small home
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
My Best Buy number: 0754373740
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 Dell - Inspiron Desktop - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive
Dell - Inspiron Desktop - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive
Dell Inspiron Desktop: Complete tasks on this Dell desktop computer. Its Intel Core i3 processor and 8GB of RAM reduces lag, so you can work more efficiently, and it has a 1TB hard drive, so you can store your media library. This Dell desktop computer runs Windows 10, ensuring access to the latest applications.
 

Can win 7 be installed on this machine. I know it preloaded with win 10

Most likely not. Almost every computer built for Windows 8 and 10 have no hardware drivers for Windows 7. But since some do, you need to check the website for all available drivers, which you'd need to anyway, before you install or reinstall Windows.
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 NETGEAR - Nighthawk AC1900 Dual-Band Gigabit Mesh Capable Wi-Fi Range Extender
NETGEAR - Nighthawk AC1900 Dual-Band Gigabit Mesh Capable Wi-Fi Range Extender
The NETGEAR Nighthawk AC1900 WiFi Range Extender boosts your existing network range & speed, delivering extreme dual band WiFi up to 1900Mbps. The 700mW high-powered amplifiers provide extreme range, while the dual core 800MHz processor enables maximum WiFi performance.
 

Can this use the same SSID as my existing router?

So i won't have to change networks on devices when the signal gets weak as I move away from the main router.
The short answer is no. You'll have to manually change to "(SSID)-ext", or trust your device to switch. There is a Ubiquiti product that will seamlessly carry the same signal to any length, but they're expensive, and tricky to install.
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Use the convenient controls of this wireless presenter to help you make your point. Intuitive buttons are easy to find by touch and feel great in your hand for better control. Laser pointer allows your audience to see exactly what you're pointing to. The 2.4 GHz wireless allows you to enjoy the freedom to move around the room and mingle with your audience for greater impact. Battery indicator lets you know how much power is available with just a glance. Plug-and-play wireless receiver requires no additional software to install.
 

Does it has capability to click on hyperlinks in slides?

No! It's not a mobile mouse, it simply moves PowerPoint slides.
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 HP - Officejet Pro 8610 e-All-in-One Wireless Instant Ink Ready All-In-One Printer - Black
HP - Officejet Pro 8610 e-All-in-One Wireless Instant Ink Ready All-In-One Printer - Black
HP Officejet Pro 8610 e-All-in-One Printer: Print 2-sided documents, scan directly to your e-mail, make copies efficiently, quickly send faxes and more using this e-all-in-one printer. You can connect to your PC or Mac via built-in Wi-Fi or the Ethernet LAN or print directly from your compatible mobile device with HP ePrint.
 

Will this printer run with Microsoft XP pro?

The best way to find if any printer will work with your operating system, is to look on their website. HP is easy to look up. Go to their support page, look for drivers downloads, type in the model number, and match the operating system. If it doesn't show XP (or whatever os), it won't work.
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 WD - My Passport Ultra 1TB External USB 3.0/2.0 Portable Hard Drive - Classic Black
WD - My Passport Ultra 1TB External USB 3.0/2.0 Portable Hard Drive - Classic Black
Store music, photos, files and more with this WD My Passport Ultra 1TB portable hard drive, which features password protection and 256-bit AES encryption to safeguard your data. WD Backup software makes it easy to back up your data to the Cloud.
 

Will a backup be compatible with windows 10?

If I backup windows 7 system and and change over to windows 10 will everything be compatible?
Assuming you're talking a Windows backup, then yes. And any other program you might use to backup your data, should be compatible in Win10.
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 Dell - Inspiron Desktop - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Dell - Inspiron Desktop - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Dell Inspiron i3847-3850BK Desktop: This computer provides a generous 1TB hard drive for your photos, music and movies, plus the option to add more storage later. And with plenty of ports, you can easily connect to your camera, HDTV and other devices.Learn more about the New Windows ›
 

does the system support Raid 1

want to mirror the HD with a second one, since my last pc I lost everything with a hd fail (and auto back up fail).
If you haven't (or don't know how to) checked the BIOS for RAID capability, then you probably better not, or let someone check, and set it up for you. Most later Dell's have the RAID option, with plenty of SATA connectors on the motherboard, therefore, go for it.
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 Dell - Inspiron Desktop - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Dell - Inspiron Desktop - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Dell Inspiron i3847-3850BK Desktop: This computer provides a generous 1TB hard drive for your photos, music and movies, plus the option to add more storage later. And with plenty of ports, you can easily connect to your camera, HDTV and other devices.Learn more about the New Windows ›
 

can you use 2 monitors with this tower?

Does this tower have the ability to run 2 monitors, it has a VGA output and HDMI output.
Yes! Even if the graphics connectors aren't both internal or external, the BIOS will make you hit F1 to continue, and Windows will let you extend your display to both monitors. Why not get extreme, and add a Graphics card (if the PCI-ex slot is open), and use 4 monitors?
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I have a Linksys WRT160 wireless router do I need to upgrade?

Here's a perfect rule of thumb: "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." If your devices have a strong enough signal, so that the don't drop out, or buffer videos, then the router is doing the job you need. BestBuy is so great about accepting returns without a hassle, if you need a better router, go to the next higher range, and if it still doesn't meet your needs, upgrade again.
9 years, 3 months ago
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what do I need to purchase to get wi-fi to work with my sudden link cable network

I bought a Motorola surfboard S86121 and a belkin 598 and have had problems ever since I got them hooked up.
First, from my humble 30 years experience, I'd say to get rid of the Belkin, and get a Netgear wireless router. Then make sure you connect everything in correct order, then reboot the modem, the router, then maybe the computer.
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 Dell - Inspiron Desktop - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Dell - Inspiron Desktop - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Dell Inspiron i3847-3850BK Desktop: This computer provides a generous 1TB hard drive for your photos, music and movies, plus the option to add more storage later. And with plenty of ports, you can easily connect to your camera, HDTV and other devices.Learn more about the New Windows ›
 

Windows 8.1

I tried Win 8.1. It was a refurbished unit from Walmart and I returned it. Is it necessary to need a Microsoft address in order to use the computer. I share my computer with the family and having to give out the password on a private email address so others can use the computer is not comfortable to say the least. Can this be bypassed. I'm wanting to buy another computer, but this time from Best Buy.
Yes, and no! You have to create a Microsoft account, and use the account for administrative tasks, but you can also create a "local account" for each user (or just one for everyone), which won't need your password. That way, normal everyday usage won't require a password, and you they can ask you to plug in your password to do things that might require your approval.
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