Manage updates with the Download AppAVG LinkScanner for Mac User Reviews
Excellent
-
"Does not work in Lion"
Version: AVG LinkScanner 9.0.866
Pros
Pretty good idea
Cons
Does not work in Lion
Summary
I would like to have a version that works in Lion
-
"Not worth the effort."
Version: AVG LinkScanner 9.0.867
Pros
None. Never worked on my iMac.
Cons
The first version of AVG LinkScanner installed successfully on my Power PC Mac. It never ran but just sat in my system preferences pane. I recently decided to uninstall it but found it was almost impossible to do so since I had deleted the .dmg installation file some time ago. After many hours of perusing the discussion groups I was able to remove it from my Library. The AVG instructions for removal on their home site was of no help. They should not put a product on the market before all the bugs are out.
-
"Will not install on Lion."
Version: AVG LinkScanner 9.0.867
Pros
Even though this version will not install on Lion, if you install it prior to upgrading to Lion, it will work.
Cons
No Lion support yet.
No Firefox 7 support yet.Summary
Info from AVG:
http://forums.avg.com/us-en/avg-forums?sec=thread&act=show&id=176579 -
"Won't Install"
Version: AVG LinkScanner 9.0.867
Pros
None at this time since it won't install.
Cons
The Installer thinks I'm running below OS 10.5.6 when I have OS 7
Summary
Installer needs fixed to recognize what Mac OS I'm running.
-
"good idea - shame the database update is shot to bits."
Version: AVG LinkScanner 9.0.866
Pros
quiet in the background scanning of links.
Cons
the database download errors at 31% complete.
Summary
would be better if the database update worked.
-
"Daily update does not work"
Version: AVG LinkScanner 9.0.866
Pros
I can't know because it has never updated
Cons
You'd think it'd be a simple matter to configure the Update Manager, but it can't do it.
Summary
Useless
-
"Worked for several months. Unable to update data base"
Version: AVG LinkScanner 9.0.865
Pros
OK while data base can be upgraded
Cons
Data base update fails at 15% even after uninstall and reinstallation of version AVG 9.0.865
Summary
Mac users, avoid the frustration, wait until program glitch is fixed!
-
"Unobtrusive and efficient utility."
Version: AVG LinkScanner 9.0.865
Pros
Has shown up a few risk sites which I was able to avoid and would otherwise have entered.
Cons
None which I could identify.
-
"Works Great"
Version: AVG LinkScanner 9.0.865
Pros
Easy install, no problems
Cons
I have no complaints
Summary
Since installing I have had no problem surfing.
-
"knowing of safe or unsafe links seems like a good idea"
Version: AVG LinkScanner 9.0.865
Pros
nice to see link warnings
Cons
was unable to load a page from a link once it was installed - it would load the first page but no link from that page would finish loading
Summary
unusable - had to uninstall to regain the ability to load pages
Add Your Review
Submit your reply
E-mail this review
Report offensive content
You must be 13 years of age or older to submit personal information to CNET Networks. In compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998, CNET Networks does not accept name and e-mail address information from users who are under 13 years of age.
All submitted ratings and written comments become the sole property of CNET Networks, Inc. (CNET) and may be used at CNET Networks' sole discretion. Ratings and written comments are generally posted within two to four business days in batch groups, not in real time. However, CNET Networks reserves the right to remove or refuse to post any submission for any reason. You acknowledge that you, not CNET Networks, are responsible for the contents of your submission.
CNET Networks is not responsible for the content of the publisher's descriptions or user reviews on this site. We encourage you to determine whether this product or your intended use is legal. We do not encourage or condone the use of any software in violation of applicable laws. CNET Download.com does not sell, resell, or license any of the products listed on the site. We cannot be held liable for issues that arise from the download or use of these products.
