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Zone Alarm problem

17 years ago

Had an update for Free ZA which I did without any apparent problems. Today I received another update, did that and suddenly its an installer which installed the Trial Paid Version which expires after 15 days. It is their full version which includes AV, which I don't want. I also don't want this version, which I would have to buy. I've used the free version for years on all my machines.

I've been duped and my question is, if I uninstall it, can I get back the free version?

Jane

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jane__ny
Original Author
17 years ago
Looked at their forums and it seems there is a problem with the installer. Really don't understand what they are talking about, but I want this version gone! I'm not sure if I should uninstall the whole thing and start over. I'd hate to lose all my settings.

Warning to others, be careful with this new update.

Jane
DA_Mccoy
17 years ago
If it was my system with the concern I would use Revo Uninstaller to remove the undesired version of ZA. Then I would use the link below to FileHippo's ZA archive to select the prior version I wanted.

The loss of settings is truly not an overwhelming issue and may be collateral damage from the occurrence.

DA

Here is a link that might be useful: FileHippo.com
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jane__ny
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I posted the solution on the above post 'Firewall.' I haven't tried the fix yet but will later.

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