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guys just want to ask a question...im currently using avira's antivir antivirus program. the problem is i can't update it cause i don't have a internet connection. does anybody know how to update it without connecting to the internet?? can i downlaod any program or patch to updte it??

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Brief answer and safe workflow that builds on the replies from this thread. is right that an offline PC is much less exposed, but it is not immune: removable media is the main threat here (as correctly worries). ’s point about keeping the machine disconnected is sensible as a general principle. The practical question is how to move up-to-date signatures onto the offline machine safely.

Use a clean, internet-connected computer as a staging machine. On that machine, download only official Avira update packages or the latest full Avira installer from Avira’s site. Before moving anything, scan the downloaded files on the staging PC and, if possible, verify any checksums or publisher signatures Avira provides. Copy only the needed files to a freshly formatted USB drive (or a write-protected device).

On the offline PC, prevent automatic execution before inserting the USB: disable autorun/autoplay and show file extensions so malicious files are easier to spot. Use Avira’s manual/update-from-folder or run the offline installer to import the signatures—if the UI is unclear, look for an “update” option in the program or consult Avira’s documentation for the version you have. If manual import fails, a reinstallation with a bundled-updated installer often fixes version/format mismatches.

Alternatives and safety steps: create and boot an up-to-date rescue disk on another PC to scan the offline system; always scan the USB on the internet-connected computer first (or submit suspicious files to multi-engine services); and avoid opening files from unknown drives. If updates keep failing, ensure the Avira build on the offline machine matches the update format or consider using a portable on-demand scanner as a temporary measure.

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Member Avatar for crunchie

If you are not connected to the internet, then you do not even need the AV :).

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If you are not connected to the internet, then you do not even need the AV :).

yes...but i just would like to make sure..you know virus could enter through my flash drive.

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Only if it's exposed to one :). You will have to go to Avira's website and see if you can download the latest virus definitions to the flash drive.

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Yep. Keep the Windows closed an it oughta be safe.

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