I have a non genuine Windows XP Professional, i use AVG as antivirus and Spybot as antispyware.
I use the windows firewall.
2006-12-17 03:36:23 · 5 answers · asked by Claudio F 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
If you cant download the upgrades to Windows you are not safe.Also,don't rely on the Windows firewall.Find a free one and use that.
2006-12-17 03:42:13 · answer #1 · answered by thatdamngood04 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can never be 100% safe. Since you are using a non genuine version you most likely do not have all microsoft patches. So you are at even more risk. You can follow the tips in the link below to help be more secure.
The Internet is not a safe place if you go online without securing your computer. The information here may seem like a lot to absorb, especially for novice computer users, yet if you are patient and take each item one at a time you will soon realize how uncomplicated this really is. Following these protection guidelines is an absolute must in today's online world.
After applying everything listed here you are lowering your vulnerability to almost zero; however nothing will ever protect you 100%, and don't ever believe anyone who claims otherwise.
http://www.tom-cat.com/security.html
2006-12-17 11:44:52 · answer #2 · answered by rlh242424 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
ah! a fellow pireted xp user.no you are not with the windows firewall.it only protects one way. get zone alarm free at http://majorgeeks.com and get this free tool to keep registry errors fixed http://www.iobit.com and then instale and run this great free protection http://spywareterminator.com these all keep my non genuine xp pro running fast and safe. the fire wall is first and formost. then get the other 2. and if you run into needing any of the updates from Microsoft that they wont give to us because of non genuine then keep this site wrote down and go there for any & all updates.screw Bill Gates http://www.softwarepatch.com good luck.
2006-12-17 11:48:02 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you find the program is good, get a genuine copy. Back up your windows and it'll save you alot of time
2006-12-17 12:02:43 · answer #4 · answered by How 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is Ok. You take care of spam also. Many hours are wasted due to spam email. However, by taking simple precautions while giving out your email and installing updated free software, you can prevent spam. More info available at
http://fixit.in/stopspam.html
2006-12-17 22:28:56 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋