eg: view video clips etc.
2007-03-28 04:53:59 · 6 answers · asked by Len Freak 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
I use the free = Avast = 4 Home Edition - Free antivirus software - free virus protection for home PC: - full-featured antivirus package designed for home usage.(FREE) = http://www.avast.com and really like it as it has always kept me safe from virus, worms, trojans, etc.,
Install Comodo Firewall = http://www.personalfirewall.comodo.com = "Comodo Firewall, rated by PC Magazine Online as an Editor's Choice, constantly monitors and defends your PC from internet attacks. It's easy to install and use and passes the industry's most stringent firewall "leak" tests. Unlike some other 'free' firewalls, this is not a stripped down version but is the full, completely functional product. This free solution comes complete with continual updates that are free forever." Note - Not compatible with Windows 98 systems."
Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer = http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/tools/mbsa2/default.mspx + http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/advisory/912840.mspx
Windows Live OneCare safety scanner is a service designed to help ensure the health of your PC. . Check for and remove viruses, Get rid of junk on your hard disk Improve your PC's performance =
FREE 90 day trial = http://safety.live.com/site/en-US/default.htm
If you want to manually run the tool on your computer, you can download a copy from the Microsoft Download Center or run an online version from microsoft.com. The Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool = http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=890830 + download the tool here = http://www.microsoft.com/security/malwareremove/default.mspx
SUPERAntiSpyware = http://www.superantispyware.com/index.html + http://www.superantispyware.com +
http://www.activevirusshield.com/antivirus/freeav/index.adp
Spybot-S&D = safer-networking.org = http://www.safer-networking.org = Be sure to use the immunize feature, and as with everything else, keep it updated.
and Ad-aware = http://www.majorgeeks.com/download.php?det=506 +
SpywareBlaster/SpywareGuard - Freeware = http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareblaster.html
AnalogX Script Defender- Freeware = http://www.analogx.com/contents/download/system/sdefend.htm
and
http://www.winpatrol.com = Freeware
http://housecall.trendmicro.com
shut down your pc and then restart it in SAFE MODE if possible = http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT/tsgeninfo.nsf/docid/2001052409420406?OpenDocument&src=sec_doc_nam
and then run the scan(s) and follow directions for healing any/all infections found, then disable system restore = http://vil.nai.com/vil/SystemHelpDocs/DisableSysRestore.htm , then shut down your pc, and then restart your pc, and then re-enable system restore.
+ Microsoft Windows AntiSpyware (Follow the links)= http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/default.mspx
+ MS Windows Defender -- http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/default.mspx = Windows Defender = http://www.microsoft.com/defender - http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=435BFCE7-DA2B-4A6A-AFA4-F7F14E605A0D&displaylang=en
IE SPYAD = http://www.spywarewarrior.com/uiuc/resource.htm
Also check out (FREEWARE) = http://www.komando.com/downloads/categories.aspx?cat=Security
Eliminate Spyware = http://ralphcaddell.com/pchelp/spyware.htm
http://www.spyware-removal-guideline.com/
http://www.scanwith.com/
To make sure you are not getting a spoofed webpage, Right-click desktop/properties/display properties/appeareance/color scheme/olive green/apply/ok/ok
Siteadvisor.com = http://www.siteadvisor.com +
"Know Who You are Dealing with on the Internet; Verifies that a site is safe before you send personal data. Behind the simple interface, you are protected by 54 automatic verification tests that inform you of the potential risks." = ]http://www.callingid.com/Default.aspx
http://www.webattack.com/get/spysweeper.html
http://www.globalarray.net/user/shotzy/informativelinks.html = A Gathering of Informative Links
Advanced WindowsCare v2 Personal = 100% Freeware • Removing Spyware and Adware • Preventing Security Threats • Privacy Protection • Fixing Registry Errors • Temporary Files Cleanup • Startup Cleanup • Repairing Windows • Speeding up System =
http://www.iobit.com/AdvancedWindowsCarePersonal/index.html
http://www.virgin.net/technology
6StarReviews.com reviews the top Adware and Spyware Removal software = http://adware-spyware-removal.6starreviews.com
http://www.arovaxantispyware.com/
Blocking Unwanted Parasites with a Hosts File = http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/hosts.htm
An important thing to keep in mind, regardless of which anti-virus, anti-malware, anti-spyware and firewall you use
( http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/default.mspx ) is to keep it UPDATED, just as it is important to make sure you have all windows critical and security updates +
http://update.microsoft.com/windowsupdate/v6/default.aspx?ln=en-us
Note: The way I have mine set is to only notify me that updates are availiable, but to not download them automaticaly. Then I can check to be sure I get just the ones I want. I then click on "custom", and after the updates have been downloaded I look them over to see which ones I want, then disconnect from the net, disable firewall and anti-virus program, and then install the updates, and then re-enable the firewall and anti-virus programs before reconnecting to the net.
http://www.dailyrotation.com
Calendar Of Updates= http://www.dozleng.com/updates/index.php?act=calendar
http://www.vnunet.com
http://www.virgin.net/technology
http://www.windowsecurity.com
http://www.archive.freeola.com/
http://www.flexbeta.net/main/index.php
2007-03-28 04:59:38 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2016-08-22 04:53:07 · answer #2 · answered by Johnathan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1. Don't open e mail attachments or any e mail from strangers
2. Don't download "stuff" using Limewire or other P2P file stealing programs.
3. Keep your Windows updated every month at Windows Update.
4. Use a good anti-virus and a good anti-spyware and update them every day.
5. Use a firewall and never disable it for any reason.
2007-03-28 05:02:39 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just like everyone said.......................install anti-virus and anti-spyware programs. Turn on Windows Firewall.
Do not open suspicious package files with extentions like .exe and .zip.
2007-03-28 05:04:09 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I recomend you download an antivirus and antispyware. If you want me to recommend you one, try Avast. I like it.
You can find it in any downloads website like Softpedia or MAINfiles.
2007-03-28 04:58:33 · answer #5 · answered by translaitor 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Stop using Windows, try Kubuntu Linux or buy a MAC!
THIS IS NOT A JOKE.
2007-03-28 04:58:00 · answer #6 · answered by ELfaGeek 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋