Who here used limewire and had so much virus because of limewire?

Question

and how long have u used limewire?

Answer 1

I have repaired hundreds of computers because of limewire. I should send them a thank you note. lol

I do not recommend using Limewire or Kazza or P2P programs because they ALWAYS contain spyware / adware and I have repaired many computers because of the other programs they download in the background with out your knowledge. It's like opening a floodgate and they eventually clog your computer until it's useless.

I use bit torrent.

The speed is determined by not just you but the other users. They might have a slower speed, or there could be heavy traffic (your end or theirs) slowing it down.
Some times other users sending you files log off and your stuck waiting till the next day when they log on again.
There are so many possibilities.

I have had a few 700MB movies take over a Week to get it all, and some never finish because when the other person is done they stop sharing.

Hope this helps, and remember to share at least 110% or for one week which ever comes first to help others.


You still need to scan the files downloaded and other protection software.

I use all of the following Free software with Windows XP SP2 and Internet Explorer with MSN toolbar and the pop-up blocker turned on and have never had a single problem with my computer sense Microsoft came out with SP2. (knock on wood.) (And be sure to keep Windows and the following software Updated)


The best Anti-virus is: AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition. (www.grisoft.com)

The Best Spyware defense is: SpyBot Search and Destroy (http://www.safer-networking.org/en/index.html)<--English version

AND: AdAware SE (www.lavasoft.com)
AND Spyware Blaster (http://www.javacoolsoftware.info/kb/)
The best Firewall besides the one that comes with Windows is: Zone Alarm (http://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/co... or just (www.zonelabs.com) and select the FREE version.

These are all FREE and are all that are required. There is no reason to pay for this kind of software, except to give a donation to the writers if you can.
ALL the above programs are recommended and should be run on a regular basis. With some the free versions they must be run manually.

The best way to avoid getting any Malware (virus, Trojan's, spyware, etc) is to practice safe computing. Microsoft and many others have countless articles on the subject of safe computing. (something I think should be taught in schools)

for further information on computer safety. http://all.net/journal/50/cybercop.html
And here...
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/viruses/zombies_and_botnets.mspx

http://www.spywarewarrior.com/rogue_anti-spyware.htm

Answer 2

I never got a virus from limewire.
If you would run a virus scan once or twice a week you wouldn't have problems.
I did however, experience MASSIVE spyware from Morpheus 2 seconds after I installed it.
I would stick with Limewire b/c morpheus sucks!

Answer 3

Run antivirus and anti-spyware programs, such as Avast, Adaware and Spybot, and you should be fine.

However, Shareaza is much better than Limewire.

http://www.shareaza.com

Answer 4

I have used it to download from friends and have never had a virus or worm. Just be sure you know who you are downloading from- and that it is legal.

Answer 5

i had to delete it off my comp cuz i was getting a lot of crap...i used it for a while

but now i havent had any probs

Answer 6

i did at first but it gave me too many viruses so i switched to shareaza.

Answer 7

Wooooww.... I have never... Thank god... now i am not going to use...it more...

thanks for the info...