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Why are the prices of Antiviruses software so low?

4 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/why-are-the-prices-of-antiviruses-software-so-low.124605/

dubey.vibhu
dubey.vibhu Original post #1
Feb 23, 2010 at 1:29 AM
I want to buy an antivirus software .. I want to choose between Kaspersky or Bit Defender or McAfee..
But some people are selling these software at 300-600 rupees...Infact they are claiming the software to be original one by providing it completely packed ..
However, the companies themselves are selling those softwares at around 1200-1500 rupees or so..

What al is this? Pls explain..
ajayashish
Feb 23, 2010 at 11:58 AM
Yes buddy... i bought kaspersky 3 users for 1800 last yr but this time i purchased in from a local shop for 585.

In kaspersky there are 2 teams one who deals with Internet Selling and one for retails. Might be that makes the price difference. But whatever the thing is... both works fine.

Infact for lesser price u will get a CD with the software as well and for more price u will nothing expect an email with the download link and licence. :p
T
The Conqueror #3
Feb 23, 2010 at 4:07 PM
It is because the low-priced versions are sold by resellers. In fact, they get the packed piece even cheaper.It's just a marketing strategy. In order to attract consumers, they sell at a price lower than the price listed on the website.
ankushkool
Apr 17, 2010 at 3:55 AM
Also online you will get the latest version which will be more expensive!