Are Windows Defender and Firewall good/sufficient?


  1. Posts : 179
    Windows 7 Professional
       #1

    Are Windows Defender and Firewall good/sufficient?


    I use Avast home for viruses. Is Defender a good spyware program? Is Windows Firewall sufficient to keep out intruders?
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  2. Posts : 7,878
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
       #2

    Generally speaking that should be just fine. But a lot depends upon the types of things that you do with your computer. For example, if you are a higher risk user and take chances with pirated software, porn sites, etc....then you might need stronger protection.
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  3. Posts : 88
    windows 7 home premium 64bit
       #3

    Cluent said:
    I use Avast home for viruses. Is Defender a good spyware program? Is Windows Firewall sufficient to keep out intruders?
    that's exactly the same set up that i've been using without any problems:)
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  4. Posts : 422
    windows 7 64 bit
       #4

    windows firewall is a basic firewall try pc tools firewall plus it's free and the full version
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  5. Posts : 1,065
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
       #5

    I use MSE (Defender built in) and Windows Firewall which are doing a fantastic job of keeping my PC clean. As already mentioned, it depends on your needs as to what is classed as good.
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  6. Posts : 12
    win 7
       #6

    to common person,avast! home edtion maybe is enough,at least,i have been using it for many months
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