Microsoft sets stage for massive Windows 10 upgrade strategy

Thank you Chris for the Ccleaner Slim idea.
I will give it a try.

In regards to open candy and other sneaky software; I usually install Unchecky - Keeps your checkboxes clear on my friends' computer when their finally ready to let me nuke their pc and give them a fresh start (clean reinstall). It's a nice little, "behind the scenes" watchdog for over clicking type people, who end up with a million toolbars. I've tested it a few times and was happy at it's detection (limited sample field, but did well nonetheless) It's low on resources and I would say does a good job for non-techies who don't have much regard toward their computer's security.

@Layback

I really don't know what is the best combination of security one should use.
I just know what has and still works for my systems.
I don't know if the built in Windows 7 firewall is the best. It does work for me.
It has no frills, bells, and whistles. I don't know how it does it job but I believe it does it's job.

If it works and ain't broken, don't fix it my friend. Of course, I would say that safe and sensible surfing, downloading and email practices are far and above the best way to avoid any malware, but there's always the sneaky bugs that outsmart even the guru's, but chances are you're doing just fine for yourself. Some say my setup is overkill, which may be true, but it's all about the sense of security (as it is in all aspects of life) so each to their own, but I know those three brain cells of yours produce a lot more sensible information than the claim gives them credit for

The fact that Microsoft brags about security in 10 with a straight face, yet has introduced baked-in phoning home and keyloggers is a rather brazen contradiction. It's a serious strain on their credibility and proof that they think the average consumer is an idiot. I'm insulted.

jonnyhillow said:

Berkey said:

In regards to open candy and other sneaky software; I usually install Unchecky - Keeps your checkboxes clear on my friends' computer when their finally ready to let me nuke their pc and give them a fresh start (clean reinstall). It's a nice little, "behind the scenes" watchdog for over clicking type people, who end up with a million toolbars. I've tested it a few times and was happy at it's detection (limited sample field, but did well nonetheless) It's low on resources and I would say does a good job for non-techies who don't have much regard toward their computer's security.

@Layback

I really don't know what is the best combination of security one should use.
I just know what has and still works for my systems.
I don't know if the built in Windows 7 firewall is the best. It does work for me.
It has no frills, bells, and whistles. I don't know how it does it job but I believe it does it's job.

If it works and ain't broken, don't fix it my friend. Of course, I would say that safe and sensible surfing, downloading and email practices are far and above the best way to avoid any malware, but there's always the sneaky bugs that outsmart even the guru's, but chances are you're doing just fine for yourself. Some say my setup is overkill, which may be true, but it's all about the sense of security (as it is in all aspects of life) so each to their own, but I know those three brain cells of yours produce a lot more sensible information than the claim gives them credit for

I would be very very careful with wording directed toward Layback Bear , the guy is 6'4 and solid muscle , never seen anything like it , a very very impressive physical specimen to say the least .

Even if you were kidding it's widely known that "the Bear" has a extremely bad temperament and rumor has it that he killed a man just for asking him the time .

The "time seeker" has never been found and authorities fear the worst .

The comment was meant as a compliment. I've taken a lot of advice from layback and always chuckle at his "only three brain cells" reference as the man is quite intelligent. I'm sure he'll pick up on that :)

Berkey said:

jonnyhillow said:

Berkey said:

In regards to open candy and other sneaky software; I usually install Unchecky - Keeps your checkboxes clear on my friends' computer when their finally ready to let me nuke their pc and give them a fresh start (clean reinstall). It's a nice little, "behind the scenes" watchdog for over clicking type people, who end up with a million toolbars. I've tested it a few times and was happy at it's detection (limited sample field, but did well nonetheless) It's low on resources and I would say does a good job for non-techies who don't have much regard toward their computer's security.

@Layback


If it works and ain't broken, don't fix it my friend. Of course, I would say that safe and sensible surfing, downloading and email practices are far and above the best way to avoid any malware, but there's always the sneaky bugs that outsmart even the guru's, but chances are you're doing just fine for yourself. Some say my setup is overkill, which may be true, but it's all about the sense of security (as it is in all aspects of life) so each to their own, but I know those three brain cells of yours produce a lot more sensible information than the claim gives them credit for

I would be very very careful with wording directed toward Layback Bear , the guy is 6'4 and solid muscle , never seen anything like it , a very very impressive physical specimen to say the least .

Even if you were kidding it's widely known that "the Bear" has a extremely bad temperament and rumor has it that he killed a man just for asking him the time .

The "time seeker" has never been found and authorities fear the worst .

The comment was meant as a compliment. I've taken a lot of advice from layback and always chuckle at his "only three brain cells" reference as the man is quite intelligent. I'm sure he'll pick up on that :)

I always thought he was a real bear

I'm back. Some how my cat pushed the button on my surge protector and turned off my router and modem. She likes laying on it for the little heat it puts out.

Back to Ccleaner Slim.

I just installed Ccleaner Slim on both of my computer using the hyper link in Callender post #110.
Did all my security scans including Eset Online scanner and found nothing.

Both downloads and installs were clean as they should be.

P/S:

Thanks for the comments and thoughts.