[SOLVED] Antivirus Question

F.Wolf · 08-19-2007, 06:05 AM

Hello All,

I just got a new computer and would like to keep it in tip top shape. (I'm using WinXP with a 1Gig memory and a Pentium ( R ) D CPU 2.66 if that is helpful info.)

Since I almost live on the web I definitely need a really good firewall and anti-virus software that is compatible with Firefox, which is my default browser. Can anyone make some suggestions that are hopefully open source (I hate anything Microsoft)? If not open source then fine, what is the best firewall and anti-virus I can get?

Thanks for your help!!

**koala** · 08-19-2007, 09:56 AM

Hi, welcome to TSF

This is our current guide to general security software PC Safety and Security--What Do I Need?

More specific to Firefox, I would advise installing the following plugins:

NoScript (blocks java, flash, etc on a site-by-site basis, with an icon in the status bar for additional options)

CustomizeGoogle (loads of features for stopping google snooping on your searches and web history, removing adverts, etc)

McAfee Site Advisor (icon in status bar, red for potentially dangerous, green for ok)

mallavu · 08-19-2007, 04:54 PM

You should definitely get McAfee. They have an excellent anti-virus program. They do have a good firewall, but i just stick with Microsoft firewall. its the least complicated.

z|x · 08-20-2007, 03:23 AM

The best firewall that I have ever used is the one from ZoneAlarm. It gives you full control over what goes out and comes into your computer.

F.Wolf · 08-20-2007, 06:25 AM

Thank you everyone for your advice, it is very appreciated.

Geekgirl · 08-21-2007, 02:10 PM

NOD32 is the best anti-virus program out there.
Founded in 1992, ESET is a global provider of security software for enterprises and consumers. ESET’s award-winning, antivirus software system, NOD32, provides real-time protection from known and unknown viruses, spyware, rootkits and other malware. NOD32 offers the smallest, fastest and most advanced protection available, with more Virus Bulletin 100 Awards than any other antivirus product.

troy91 · 08-21-2007, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Geekgirl

NOD32 is the best anti-virus program out there.
Founded in 1992, ESET is a global provider of security software for enterprises and consumers. ESET’s award-winning, antivirus software system, NOD32, provides real-time protection from known and unknown viruses, spyware, rootkits and other malware. NOD32 offers the smallest, fastest and most advanced protection available, with more Virus Bulletin 100 Awards than any other antivirus product.

I agree. I use NOD32 and haven't had a single problem since I put it on. It's also fast and doesn't take up a lot of RAM.

Adam_30457 · 08-31-2007, 11:50 PM

Comodo Firewall Pro is also a good firewall.

F.Wolf · 09-03-2007, 07:39 AM

I apologize for taking so long to reply, life has been interesting at this end for sure.

It wasn't bad, it was just busy.

Just want to say Thank You to everyone for your advice and suggestions. At least I'll be able to keep my computer safe now. Thanks much!!

Adam_30457 · 09-03-2007, 09:35 PM

10-4 Good Buddy!!!!

eidbest · 02-08-2008, 01:45 AM

Hi,

I have tried a lot, so here's the combination I am using to have as best as possible a peace as I could.

For the antivirus, I am using Avast Free. (excellent).
For antispyware I am using AVG antispyware free.
For the firewall, I am using MacAFee.

So far I am happy and no hassles.

Cheers.

Quote:

Originally Posted by F.Wolf

Hello All,

I just got a new computer and would like to keep it in tip top shape. (I'm using WinXP with a 1Gig memory and a Pentium ( R ) D CPU 2.66 if that is helpful info.)

Since I almost live on the web I definitely need a really good firewall and anti-virus software that is compatible with Firefox, which is my default browser. Can anyone make some suggestions that are hopefully open source (I hate anything Microsoft)? If not open source then fine, what is the best firewall and anti-virus I can get?

Thanks for your help!!

08-19-2007, 06:05 AM	#1 (permalink)
F.Wolf Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Minnesota Posts: 8 OS: WinXP	[SOLVED] Antivirus Question Hello All, I just got a new computer and would like to keep it in tip top shape. (I'm using WinXP with a 1Gig memory and a Pentium ( R ) D CPU 2.66 if that is helpful info.) Since I almost live on the web I definitely need a really good firewall and anti-virus software that is compatible with Firefox, which is my default browser. Can anyone make some suggestions that are hopefully open source (I hate anything Microsoft)? If not open source then fine, what is the best firewall and anti-virus I can get? Thanks for your help!!

08-19-2007, 09:56 AM	#2 (permalink)
koala Moderator Hardware Team Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: UK Posts: 8,477 OS: XP/UBUNTU My System	Re: Antivirus Question Hi, welcome to TSF This is our current guide to general security software PC Safety and Security--What Do I Need? More specific to Firefox, I would advise installing the following plugins: NoScript (blocks java, flash, etc on a site-by-site basis, with an icon in the status bar for additional options) CustomizeGoogle (loads of features for stopping google snooping on your searches and web history, removing adverts, etc) McAfee Site Advisor (icon in status bar, red for potentially dangerous, green for ok) __________________ New members: Subscribe to your thread (Thread Tools) to receive an instant email notification when you get a reply. TSF Folding@Home Team 85015 - details here

08-19-2007, 04:54 PM	#3 (permalink)
mallavu Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 5 OS: xp	Re: Antivirus Question You should definitely get McAfee. They have an excellent anti-virus program. They do have a good firewall, but i just stick with Microsoft firewall. its the least complicated.

08-20-2007, 03:23 AM	#4 (permalink)
z\|x Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Kuwait Posts: 13 OS: Windows Vista My System	Re: Antivirus Question The best firewall that I have ever used is the one from ZoneAlarm. It gives you full control over what goes out and comes into your computer.

08-20-2007, 06:25 AM	#5 (permalink)
F.Wolf Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Minnesota Posts: 8 OS: WinXP	Re: Antivirus Question Thank you everyone for your advice, it is very appreciated.

08-21-2007, 02:10 PM	#6 (permalink)
Geekgirl Manager, Microsoft Support Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 11,971 OS: 98SE/WinXP Home/WinXP Pro Blog Entries: 1	Re: Antivirus Question NOD32 is the best anti-virus program out there. Founded in 1992, ESET is a global provider of security software for enterprises and consumers. ESET’s award-winning, antivirus software system, NOD32, provides real-time protection from known and unknown viruses, spyware, rootkits and other malware. NOD32 offers the smallest, fastest and most advanced protection available, with more Virus Bulletin 100 Awards than any other antivirus product. __________________ Compare NOD32 to your current antivirus and anti-spyware solution, HERE How to back up and restore the registry in Windows XP and Windows Vista How to back up and restore the registry in Windows 98/ ME / NT 4.0 / 2000 I DO NOT ACCEPT EMAILS AND WILL NOT REPLY TO THEM !!!!! I Have Been Smoke-Free For 10 Months, you can quit too R.I.P. KITTY

08-31-2007, 11:50 PM	#8 (permalink)
Adam_30457 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Soperton,GA Posts: 346 OS: Windows XP Pro My System	Re: Antivirus Question Comodo Firewall Pro is also a good firewall.

09-03-2007, 07:39 AM	#9 (permalink)
F.Wolf Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Minnesota Posts: 8 OS: WinXP	Re: Antivirus Question I apologize for taking so long to reply, life has been interesting at this end for sure. It wasn't bad, it was just busy. Just want to say Thank You to everyone for your advice and suggestions. At least I'll be able to keep my computer safe now. Thanks much!!

09-03-2007, 09:35 PM	#10 (permalink)
Adam_30457 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Soperton,GA Posts: 346 OS: Windows XP Pro My System	Re: [SOLVED] Antivirus Question 10-4 Good Buddy!!!!