Anti-Virus Finally Available for Windows Home Server 2011

Written by Alan Sunday, 8 January 2012 07:28

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One thing that has been lacking from the latest version of Windows Home Server is anti-virus protection.  The first version of the Windows Home Server operating system from Microsoft has several anti-virus apps available from different security firms, but the 2011 OS has had nothing so far.  That has been a source of some frustration from the enthusiast community who were anxious for the latest version of the server OS.

Now, finally, a company has stepped up to create the first, and only, anti-virus, software for the latest Windows Home Server version.  Security firm G Data has entered the picture with their G Data IS for Home Server, which is available now for $99.  Anti-virus was one of the first apps requested by Windows Homer Server users after the 2011 version was  released.

It’s funny, but none of the vendors who released anti-virus apps for the original Windows Home Server have issued updates to support the latest version of the server operating system.  That’s a shame, but thankfully G Data has come up big for all of us.  The price is a bit steep, but when you own the market, as G Data currently does, you can name your price. However, before you fret over the cost, the $99 buys you anti-virus protection for not just your Windows Home Server, but also up to five computers on your network.  You can check them out at G Data Software.  Perhaps soon Microsoft will step up with a version of their Microsoft Security Essentials for the Windows Home Server.

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Anti Virus Finally Available for Windows Home Server 2011

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2 Comments

  1. pox67   |  Friday, 13 January 2012 at 5:12 pm

    I purchased this software but it stops the WHS2011 Dashboard from working.

    Have you installed and gotten this software working?

  2. Alan   |  Friday, 13 January 2012 at 8:03 pm

    I did try it and I didn’t encounter the Dashboard issue. I no longer have it to further test because it was just a review copy. I would email them or check their forums.

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