IS my system secure !!!!?

Question

IN MY WINDOWS XP PROFESSIONAL EDITION , I HAVE
norton antivirus corporate edition
tune up utilities 2006
spyware doctor
spybot
Zone Alarm
AVG free antivirus 2006

ALL ARE UP- TO-DATE
what are the other measures that could help me to secure my computer ???
and IS IT SAFE TO HAVE 2 ANTI - VIRUS SOFTWARES IN ONE SYSTEM !!!
PLZZ UR SUGGESTIONS ARE WHOLEHEARTEDLY WELCOMED

also i have Xofy spy 4.7

also i have Xofy spy 4.7

Answer 1

none system always totally secure........

Answer 2

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Answer 3

As alreayd mentioned - don't run two anti-virus software packages simultaneously.

Also, already mentioned - no system is secure.

Assuming you don't want to get virus from casually visiting websites or checking email - you are off to a great start.

Unfortunately, there is always someone trying to write spyware/virus/trojans/etc to get around the latest security measures and there's always a chance you can get that virus if your security software does not have an update for it.

Mostly, just being cautious about where you go and what you install on your computer will keep you safe, especially in conjuntion with the security software you have.

If you have a more specific concern that you want additional in-depth suggestions on feel free to email me.

Answer 4

You have too much stuff on your system and have now put it in confliction with two anti-virus programs which can and will cause a crash. Remove Norton immediantly! You will need to go to Norton website for a special removal tool to fully remove all traces of this virus causing program. Norton uses viruses and other malware to try to convince niave users they need to buy more Norton services such as more software and the Help Desk they try to promote. If you do not get the special cleanup tool from Norton and try to just remove via the Add/Remove Applet your system will still have bits and peices of Noton left which will cause your system to muck up and create interferance from a good Security Suite you can trust not to harm your system.

Keep AVG if you like it, as it is a good program, check into Panda security suite at:

http://www.pandasoftware.com

Read what they have to say, this is the BEST program out to date. I have it installed on every single computer I own and have also installed it on all my family's and friends computers. It is not free, but it is worth every single penny. It updates daily and has other fine qualities which makes it the best on the market, including free 24/7 technical support. With Panda you do not need any other program at all. It does everything and does it very well. It is all I have on my systems and I have not had a single problem with any type of malware on any system I have installed this program. You can buy it through the online store or at any Staples store. It updates every single day, not monthly as Norton and McAfee. You need daily updates, not weekly or monthly. It updates at least 20 or more virus signitures daily.

Again, you have too much stuff on your system and are actually unintintionally mucking up your system. Just use either AVG and Zone Alarm, OR Panda without anything else. Get rid of everythign else, right away, especially Norton!!

Now, you have received great advice it is up to you to use it. I hope you listen and get rid of this junk.

Also, don't panic so much. If you follow the above suggestions and stay out of bad sites such as those which provide free stuff like free ring tones, or screen saveers, or Smily Central (Gosh forbid--it is spyware hidden as a fun app) and don't open attachments until you scan them properly even from trusted senders, don't open mail from those you do not know or from those you did not expect mail, and be careful when downloading free anything, you should be ok. People don't provide free stuff, it comes with a cost always, remember that. Free usually means spyware at the least and it could be a virus, trojan, or keylogger or even somebody taking control of your system from afar. So avoid the free stuff except from very reputable webs like Yahoo! MSN, Microsoft, CNET, and the ilk. Ask others if you are not sure of a site.

Get rid of all but the AVG and Zone Alarm, or even better get rid of both those and install Panda by itself. Good luck and I hope you calm down about the dangers of using a computer. If you just use common sense and follow proper usage instructions you will be fine. If you want do a goggle search on spyware and fishing and other malware and how to properly protect yourself, but you do NOT need all this junk on your system.

Answer 5

The only way you could be more secure is to disable your internet connection.
If you had tried to install Norton after AVG, it would tell you not to have two competing programs running on the same computer. I remember trying to install Norton 2005 over 2004 and it said I must first uninstall 2004 for 2005 to work right.

Answer 6

Norton internet safe practices 2006 has each little thing you want contained in the single application equipment. Firefox is a lot hyped up. Microsoft internet Explorer is a miles better effective internet browser, with some better vulnerability than Firefox, yet which will be no mission utilizing Norton, which integrates together with your explorer.

Answer 7

Never use two anti-virus in same window,but if use internet prefer to use window 2000 and use avg as antivirus otherwise u can use nortan or pc clin.

hope it will clear ur confusion.

Answer 8

I would not recommend two anti-virus applications in the same system. Typically, they tend to interfere with each other. While this won't cause security issues, it could cause problems with the operating system's behavior.

Answer 9

I second Krakov's assesment. They can cause problems for one another. I'd say stick with the Norton over the AVG.

Answer 10

I must agree with Krakov and scotty_b_. Two AV programs can interfere an cause problems. Just use one.
If all programs are up to date you should be OK. Don't forget windows update
You can also scan your firewall settings at www.shieldsup.com just to be safe.

Answer 11

Did you shut down all unnecessary services or ports on your
computer?

Did you choose secure passwords for your computer that
are hard to guess and not easy to crack?

Alpha numeric characters mixed case?!


Print this out and make sure you read carefully!

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