Quote - "Note that DAZ is advising loading their software BEFORE even installing any security applications. Especially Zone Alarm."

That's pretty bold of Daz to think they are more important than your security. With most having all of it already installed, you would think Daz would have thier software work without uninstalling everything first and then having to install it back in again.

Though I have not had a problem with installing Carrara to my system.Though I don't have C5pro installed anymore, don't even have c6Pro installed anymore, I have the C6pro fixed/ C7pro version installed. LOL.

I think it's good they did say that. AntiVirus software can be worse than the malware and spyware they are trying to save you from. They hog system resources, prevent apps from doing normally safe functions, like installation, and a bunch of other things like mess up your hard-drive.

Other apps have you disable virus scan software before you install. There are known issues with virus scanners. And they won't stop everything from getting on your computer if you insist on surfing the internet as an admin. Best to get an e-mail service that scans your e-mail and attachments before you open them or even download them and operate like a very smart IT guy I know says to - only surf the internet in a user mode with no administrative priveleges. Nothing can install by itself and access the registry if you do that.