ryu S asks:
I posted a similar question but my situation changed.
For security I have microsoft security essentials, malwarebytes anti-malware, and super anti spyware.
(super anti spyware once found a trojan).
I use firefox 17 with adblock plus, flashblock, mcafee siteadvisor, No script, request policy, and WOT.
I used to use chrome with some security extentions like scriptno, WOT, and siteadvisor.
I still have chrome so I could switch to it easily. I could also use both if that is more secure.
I do not shop online.
What should I do?
20 Answers - Write an Answer
Jim Chambers
November 25, 2012I suggest you use a better antivirus program such as AVG free 2013, a firewall such as Comodo and keep system updated.
^ best answer you are going to find right there. The only other thing you are going to need is common sense when browsing and use password management software to generate strong passwords.
November 25, 2012Junil Maharjan
November 25, 2012I totally agree with Mr. Chambers. If you use Windows then it has Microsoft Security Essentials integrated into the system which is a great tool as well.
Tug Ricks
November 25, 2012As long as you stay away from the Russian porn, you’re going to be fine with the setup you currently have. Really, I think people get into trouble because they’re doing shifty things and not watching what links they’re clicking. Good for you for being safety minded. :]
Sri Vamsy Gurram
November 25, 2012I would suggest using AVAST Antivirus. Rest of the setup looks good. But No anti Virus can be fool prrof…so just follow safe browsing rules like not clicking unknown links and staying away from Pirated s/w should keep your PC safe.
Nikhil Chandak
November 25, 2012I think these will keep u safe , but u need CCcleaner for cleaning ur computer
and for maintenance , u will need Advance System Care
ha14
November 25, 2012you can try also spyware blaster
http://www.brightfort.com/spywareblaster.html
Abba Jee
November 25, 2012i would suggest comodo internet security its free and dont get me wrong i find it better than AVG, Avira . ( just my opinion you may not be agree with me
) so just my opinion
Lisa Santika Onggrid
November 25, 2012I think that setup is quite alright, even overkill to some.
As long as you stay away from dubious sites you should be okay. While nothing is foolproof, that’s secure enough.
Rakesh Mishra
November 25, 2012you can use other antivirus program like bitdefender which is the best
You can’t use Bitdefender with Malwarebytes as it asks you to un-install or it will do it for you.
November 27, 2012you r right but i will suggest that we should use a licensed version of antivirus because they are able to detect the new viruses ……………………
December 7, 2012susendeep dutta
November 25, 2012You can go to extent of using secured versions of Firefox and Chrome provided by Commodo.
Commodo Dragon Internet browser -
http://www.comodo.com/home/browsers-toolbars/browser.php
Ice Dragon Browser -
http://www.comodo.com/home/browsers-toolbars/icedragon-browser.php?key5sk1=5b8a5632edccb754649744d191babff27be562ef&key5sk2=2005&key5sk3=1353842696000&key6sk1=&key6sk2=FF160&key6sk3=7&key6sk4=en-us&key6sk5=IN&key6sk6=0&key6sk7=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.comodo.com%2Fhome%2Fbrowsers-toolbars%2Fbrowser.php&key6sk8=115502&key6sk9=1440900&key6sk10=false&key6sk11=69d7657aa77c0054dc39394ebbadf34abbfaf5c2&key6sk12=2034&key7sk1=10&key1sk1=dt&key1sk2=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.comodo.com%2Fhome%2Fbrowsers-toolbars%2Fbrowser.php
Rajaa Chowdhury
November 25, 2012I guess I have already answered that question, however if you feel that asking the same question repeadedly, throwing up more and more answers with more and more permutations and combinations will help you decide better, be my guest. Best of luck.
However just for your reference again, this is the suggestion I gave at the previous question asked by you.
AntiVirus – Microsoft Security Essentials (Free)
AntiMalware – Malwarebytes Anti-Malware (Free)
Firewall – Comodo Firewall (Free)
Browser Plugin for IE / Chrome / Firefox – WOT Plugin (Free)
Mainatinence – Piriform ccleaner (Free)
Defragmenter – Piriform defraggler (Free)
Uninstall everything else, update these and use these regularly. Also regularly do Windows Update. You should see a marked improvement in your computer performance along-with a a decently secured environment. Last very important, practice safe browsing habits.
Also kindly remember, any number of installations of security products, will still not make your computer 100% safe. Rather installing too much, too many will have adverse effect on your computer’s performance and may also throw up a few false alarms as multiple anti-viruses heuristic searches may have contradictory algorithm pattern searches and may detect each other as Trojans (false alarms).
November 26, 2012Panos Sonap
November 25, 2012I use avast free antivirus, super anti spyware, and adblock on my browsers. Nothing ever touched me. No matter what you will use, it’s a must to keep these apps updated.
Jim Chambers
November 25, 2012Don’t just practice safe browsing, you must use common sence on all internet activitiess including e-mail, P to P network (chat clients), social networks etc. and use “good” passwords.
You also need to consider the outside framework of how people store their passwords and different activities that may affect the laptop’s physical state. Just don’t be paranoid and suspect that your keystrokes is being recorded through some third party presence, you should notice any weird changes and processes that may be running to alert you.
November 26, 2012Terafall
November 26, 2012How about Sandboxie?
Dave Rimmer
November 27, 2012I would change MSE for Avast free, install Spyware Blaster & CCleaner with a better firewall Zonealarm, you should be fine just be careful and don;t open any file you think is not 100% safe.
A couple of years back or a bit more, under free firewall offerings, I agree that ZoneAlarm used to be the undisputed choice, however since then people tend to do agree that under free offerings, nowadays Comodo Firewall is one of the best. However, for Anti-virus and anti-spyware, the field is really wide open and depends on user discretion and preference. In the recent MakeUseOf poll, MSE and AVAST were the neck-to-neck leaders over others as per user choice.
November 29, 2012Avast free is a great program and I have not heard of anyone having problems with it, the same however cannot be said of MSE, I used to use it myself for a short while. Zonealarm has always be a leader where firewalls are concerned however I really never used it myself, I quite like PC Tools free firewall myself. You can dispute all day but will still only use what you consider to be the best. I am very happy with what I use, I have never found the need to erase a virus in over 6 years, but I do a clean re-install of my OS every year and that suits me great.
November 29, 2012Md Nur-Un-Nabi Tutul
November 28, 2012Mate you can use Advanced system care Pro or ultimate version which will tune up your pc besides providing antivirus facility…it also works as a site advisor…for further information you can check this link http://www.iobit.com/products.html you will find some other useful websites. And browse safely which others have mentioned…
Aniket Singh
November 29, 2012use bitdefender as ur anti virus………
Eath Chantrea
November 30, 2012Why not using Free Avast+Combo firewall+Advanced system care+iobit malware fighter for adding another protection layer.
Adriel Tan
December 6, 2012MSE is a good security software, but not great. There are many better alternatives out there, AVG, Avast and many more. Chrome technically is more secure than Firefox, but Firefox is pretty good. But the most important thing of all is common sense. Don’t click on random links or download weird stuff. That will probably keep you the most safe.
mohit kumar
December 14, 2012Here is what I use for maximum security for free:
Anti-virus: MSE
Anti-Malware: Malwarebytes
Firewall: PC Tools free firewall
For blocking malware and ads servers: PeerBlock
PC maintenance: Ccleaner or IObit Advanced System Care (free version)
Firefox addons: Ghostery and AdblockPlus