Keep your computer safe plus other handy tools

[dallascisco]

I've never used the "extreme security" version but the zonealarm free firewall works pretty well.

What are peoples views on ZoneAlarm Extreme security. my wife and I are leaning towards it.

[meuandthelot]

http://www.techsupportalert.com/cont...1-day-only.htm

12 hours left, I have it, and it behaves well with Spybot and Avast.

[JeRmZ]

I have a question ..

My McAfee just ran out and I really don't want to renew it (read can't afford it) ... if I download this AVG Anti-virus and the Zonealarm firewall is that good or am I better getting back with McAfee?

Not really up to speed on this type stuff. I've always heard though that McAfee is not that great and not worth the money.

Thanks!

[dallascisco]

Honestly, I find the free stuff to be just as good as the stuff you pay for.

I have a question ..

My McAfee just ran out and I really don't want to renew it (read can't afford it) ... if I download this AVG Anti-virus and the Zonealarm firewall is that good or am I better getting back with McAfee?

Not really up to speed on this type stuff. I've always heard though that McAfee is not that great and not worth the money.

Thanks!

[JeRmZ]

Cool then, I'm gonna check it out tonigh. My McAfee just ended yesterday and I don't have the money to pay for it right now. I rarely use my computer at home but it obviously still needs to be protected.

Thanks!!

[YuckyBoy88]

I am a phone tech for a computer company we do consumer tech support and we always run Malwarebytes its great. if you have any questions about it or removing virus feel free to shoot me a PM

[meuandthelot]

Cool Tip, something to try:
There are many great tools, but this is easy & fun ;)

Bootable CD with Puppy Linux(can also make a live cd), it loads in the Ram, yes ram, no HD needed..give it a try on an old system you have that may be bjorked or just sitting there. Works well on laptops

It can also mount a hard drive, so you can see if there's any readable info left on it.

[mdclapps]

I use AVG, works great!

[FriSC0NiN3rs]

Nice thread on security... I use Eset, the best anti-virus money can buy , it doesn't eat your system resources and has a very fast scan engine unlike Norton and Kapersky, etc,,...

Nod32 vs competition:
http://www.eset.com/home/compare-eset-to-competition ...
Their numerous awards:
http://www.eset.com/home/compare-ese...etition/awards

For free antivirus programs I use avast, AVG is ok, but I prefer Avast... Spybot is the best for spyware, adaware was just ok..

Oh yeah and how really secure is your firewall???
https://www.grc.com/x/ne.dll?bh0bkyd2

I'm stealth and passed.. How do you stack up??

Zonealarm was great until checkpoint bought them out... I still use a older version of zonealarm for my software firewall and don't forget about your hardware firewall settings also, enabling the hardware firewall makes a difference, but also can block some web pages from loading...

Thanks..

[CYmarlins]

Microsoft Security Essentials has blown AVG out of the way. Less resources and much more effecient in real time protection. Absolutely free for all home users.

Malwarebytes is also a good program for spyware removal.

CCleaner is good as well.

I do IT work and run a side business, going to college to get my degree in Network Security, but those are the main programs I use for my clients. Never given me a problem.