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I can’t download AVG free due to an invalid binary code error. I seem to be having problems with other downloads also.

This type of problem seems to be an intermittent problem that other computer users have experienced as well. AVG uses several binary files in order to run. If one or more of these aren’t actively working, you will not be able to complete the download. The solutions for this problem vary according to other individuals with the same type of problem. Go through the suggestions one at a time until you find one that works for you. Typically, however, the fix for this type of problem is simply to wait a few days and try again. AVG occasionally has a problem when they bring out a new version or update and it rights itself after a day or two.

Troubleshooting Download Problem - Invalid Binary Code: Check the Basics

Since more than one version of AVG Free is available, you need to make sure that you are trying to download the correct version for your operating system.

Make sure that your Internet connection is working properly since this could lead to problems downloading AVG. Open the “Control Panel” and select “Network Connections.” Select “Local Area Connection” and “Repair.”

Special rules apply if you are using a dial-up Internet connection. You’ll need to open AVG, enter the “Tools” menu, select “Advanced Settings,” select “Update,” and select “Dial up.” Now look to make sure that you have enabled the option to “Use dial up connections.”

Make sure that your clock/date settings on the computer are accurate. For some reason, if these settings are inaccurate, they sometimes leads to problems accessing website downloads.

Scan your computer for spyware/viruses just in case your computer has been infected. It is possible that the presence of some malware is interfering with your download.

Troubleshooting Download Problem - Invalid Binary Code: Start Over

If you are still experiencing problems with the installation, start over with a fresh installation. If you have a partial installation of AVG on your computer, you’ll have to uninstall it per the directions on AVG’s website and reinstall it.

Troubleshooting Download Problem - Invalid Binary Code: Wait a Day or Two

AVG is noted for fixing problems of this sort in just a few short days or so. It seems as though new updates or versions of AVG experience problems that generate an invalid binary code message. Other users of this application have expressed similar problems that were resolved by AVG. Therefore, if you try to download AVG in a few days, it might work without any problems whatsoever.

Within the last two weeks when I get something that has to be downloaded; the download time is very long and slow. Any ideas why? Recently a download took over 20 minutes!

There could be a lot of things that can cause slow downloads, so let’s do some troubleshooting.

Slow Internet Speeds

Are you finding that your overall Internet has slowed, or is it just the downloads? If you are finding that the Internet is slow, you can do a few things to try to speed it up. To test your Internet connection speed, you can use a program like the McAfee Internet Connection Speedometer, or go to the Internet icon at the bottom right of your computer and put the mouse over it. This will bring up a screen that will give you Internet information. If you get around 80% of the ISP’s advertised speed, then you are doing pretty well.

Delete Cache and Cookies

Close all of your web browsers. Go to Start and Control Panel. Go to Internet Options and then to the General tab. Click on Delete Cookies. Then choose Delete Files and put a check by Delete all offline content. Click Ok and then Close.

Virus Programs

It’s possible that a virus is causing your slow download speeds - it’s also possible that it is your antivirus program itself that is causing the problem. First, make sure your antivirus program is updated and then run a full scan. If you suspect that it is the antivirus program itself, you can temporarily turn it off then go to a trusted site and try a download. If it is much faster, you will either need to adjust the security settings or try another antivirus program. Norton in particular is known to cause download speed issues.

Registry Problems

It’s possible that something in the registry is causing slowdowns on your system. A program like RegCure will monitor and clean up the system and may result in faster download speeds. There is a free trial, and it isn’t a bad idea to run it in any case.

Internet Problems

To do an in-depth line test, you will need to call your service provider. Once you have them on the phone, the can test the line to make sure that it is nothing on their end.

Accelerator Software

If your Internet is running fine and there are no other problems, you can try a program like Download accelerator plus. These often speed up your downloads so that you can avoid partial downloading of programs and timing out.

Hopefully, one of these solutions will help you out - if you need further assistance, please let us know.