2006-10-29 03:56:00 · 22 answers · asked by driver3260 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
Limewire itself isn't the problem; its that people share infected files. You need a good firewall, anti virus and anti trojan; and you need to get Windows to show file extensions.
Open My Docs and click Tools -Folder Options.
Click the View tab.
In the long list, untick 'hide extensions for known file types'.
OK then changes.
From then on you should be able to see 'image.jpg' or 'music.mp3'. Jpg and MP3 are the file extensions. A jpg is a picture, mp3 is music.
But 'music.mp3.exe' is not a music file; it i an executable program. With the file extension hidden you wouldn't know that clicking it will run a program.
And sadly some people are spiteful enough to offer to share their trojans and viruses with you and pretend they're music.
You need to install one firewall.
The Windows firewall doesn't stop malware on your pc from dialling out. Both these firewalls are free for personal use and stop unwanted incoming and outgoing traffic.
http://www.zonelabs.com Zone Alarm firewall
http://www.comodogroup.com/ - Comodo security suite.
Shields Up security site;
https://www.grc.com - check your firewall works
http://www.grc.com/optout.htm - grc anti spyware program and info.
http://www.mozilla.com/ Firefox web browser
http://www.opera.com/ Opera web browser
Instal both these web browsers, turn off javascript on one and use that browser for vising unknown websites. They don't support Active X so thats one less way for problems to get on your pc.
You need to install one anti virus;
http://www.grisoft.com/doc/1 AVG anti virus or
http://www.avast.com - Avast Antivirus
You need all three anti spyware programs;
http://www.ewido.net - AVG(Ewido) anti trojan.
http://www.lavasoft.com - Ad-Aware SE Personal anti adware
http://www.safer-networking.org - Spybot Search and Destroy anti spyware
And these are useful utilities;
http://spywarewarrior.com/rogue_anti-spyware.htm - The Spyware Warrior site identifies fake anti spyware programs.
http://www.ccleaner.com Cr*pcleaner Registry cleaner and privacy tool
http://www.mailwasher.net/ -spam filter
Winpatrol is a handy utility that tracks cookies on your pc and stops unwanted changes to your startup folder.
http://www.winpatrol.com
Spywareblaster works with Internet Explorer and Firefox. It won't uninstall spyware that is already on your pc, but it will prevent hijacks and other malicious changes to your browser.
http://www.javacoolsoftware.com
http://www.siteadvisor.com -Site Advisor warns about malware on sites you are about to visit.
Remember to update and run all of you anti malware programs at least once a week.
2006-10-29 07:23:18 · answer #1 · answered by sarah c 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-08-25 14:50:29 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, Limewire is not safe from viruses, spyware, or trojans. It is not safe at all. You are downloading programs and files onto your computer that may have malicious code in it.
You are also opening up your computer to allow other people access to your computer. Anytime you open your computer to others on the Internet you are asking for trouble.
2006-10-29 04:00:54 · answer #3 · answered by selfrob 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some of the program files which you might download from limewire do contain viruses. Make sure you have a good anti virus program such as AVG antivirus installed
2006-10-29 06:36:03 · answer #4 · answered by keith_kerr55 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends how you define 'safe, free from viruses and spyware'.
The Limire client, to the best of my knowledge, is.
The files you can download on it can be riddled with anything - they're just whatever anyone else has decided to share - there is no regulation/censorship of the content.
2006-10-29 03:58:39 · answer #5 · answered by lordandmaker 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
agree with those that have said no. its very easy to get a virus from filing sharing just make sure you have a good anti virus. like AVG and it is best to have a backup anti virus as not all can be detected. no matter what one you use. AVG and pc-cillin do the job or you can use on line scanner. just to be sure.
2006-10-29 06:07:58 · answer #6 · answered by species8472 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No file sharing is 100% safe.
2006-10-29 03:58:33 · answer #7 · answered by nert 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't seem to have problems with their music, but just about every file I've tried to d/load has caused my anti-virus to jump in, warning me of a virus threat, so just keep an eye on it. Just keep your anti-virus up to date and run it, along with things like reg cure or other such things for keeping the computer happy.
2006-10-29 04:13:05 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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Ares helps you download movies, music, programs, games, images and other files
Hope it helps.
2014-09-29 09:46:16 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no safe p2p file sharing sites. I hope you have a very good antivirus program.
2006-10-29 04:00:20 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋