Solved Internet Security

[nimmz]

Hello World!
I am nimmz..I am using an old PC that's a P4 Processor with 2.8ghz of speed and 1.0 GB of Ram and 120GB of HDD.
Now i just bought windows 7 ultimate DVD...and installed it...my system is working soo fine but now i want to get a protection software..please suggest me some softwares that can protect me from intrusions and other threats.., .THat help will highly b appreciated...!

 

[Athene]

Hi nimmz,

This is no consensus on which is the ideal antivirus software - there's a thread devoted to that specific topic over here However - and this is only my personal opinion - I am very happy with Norton Internet Security 2011 (Norton 2012 will probably be released in another few weeks). It is very light on the computer resources (the Norton programs were re-written from scratch starting with the 2009 products) and Norton offers very good support, especially if you go to the free user-to-user Norton Community forums if you have a question.
Whichever antivirus software you decide to install in the end, always make sure that your computer fulfils the minimum system requirements - you can find them over here for Norton Internet Security (under the "System Requirements" tab).

Again, this is just my own opinion - there will definitely be more opinions and suggestions coming along in this thread soon It's aways important to do a lot of reading and research; asking for opinions is already a good idea (although getting different opinions can be confusing sometimes ); reading reviews and information is also very helpful. You can also a trial version of the antivirus software which interests you - just remember to by all means remove it with the vendor's removal tool if you don't want to stick with it and try out another antivirus program (do not try out too many as this can slow down the computer sometimes).

Since you upgraded to Windows 7 and did not buy a new computer (which usually comes loaded with preinstalled software), it looks like you won't have to remove any preinstalled antivirus software. If there is any preinstalled antivirus software, it is strongly recommended that you use the vendor's removal tool (available on the vendor's website) to uninstall it cleanly before installing new antivirus software.

As an extra layer of protection, I also suggest that you install an on-demand (=non-realtime) protection program like Malwarebytes free version, which is very popular with users. Just remember that you have to update it manually, since it has no realtime/auto-update function.

And finally, caution/wariness is also an important layer of protection.

 

[StalkeR]

I think that with Norton computer will be slowly. He has only 1GB of ram,and slow cpu.

 

[Athene]

One of my family members also has just 1 GB of RAM and an even slower processor, and the computer still runs smoothly; I guess nimmz could install the trial version of the antivirus program s/he is interested in and just see how it goes

 

[StalkeR]

Hm..Maybe. When I was using NIS on a slower computer that mine,I feel that it was not running good.
Also to the OP,you can try Microsoft Security Essentials.
Virus, Spyware & Malware Protection | Microsoft Security Essentials

 

[Athene]

The whole search for the antivirus program which best suits one's needs is a big trial in itself :-D

 

[7mm]

Hello World!
I am nimmz..I am using an old PC that's a P4 Processor with 2.8ghz of speed and 1.0 GB of Ram and 120GB of HDD.
Now i just bought windows 7 ultimate DVD...and installed it...my system is working soo fine but now i want to get a protection software..please suggest me some softwares that can protect me from intrusions and other threats.., .THat help will highly b appreciated...!

Hi there "nimmz", WelCome to Seven Forums. I'm little surprised to hear that Windows 7 running on Pentium 4 machine. Not because how slow it is, but how old it is. Windows 7 DON'T support 845 chipsets, unless you're running higher chipset compatible with your 2.8GHz Pentium!

Anyway..... back to main topic, Since memory & older architecture is an issue here along with running Windows 7 side by side, I'd suggest installing setup listed below...

1. Avast Antivirus Free 6.0 (Using about 5 MB memory )
2. Malwarebytes AntiMalware (FREE mode - for secondary scanner )
3. PC Tools Firewall Plus (Just in case you're not happy with Windows default & left with more memory to give away )

Good Luck and stay safe, CHEERS!

 

[nimmz]

well every one thanks for participating..
I just need your opinions about MSE microsoft security essential ...IS IT ENOUGH?

 

[StalkeR]

Well for me it's good. If you know what sites/files you're opening every antivirus is good. )

 

[nimmz]

well....I also do on-line transaction. will it save my credentials from hackers?

 

[StalkeR]

I think it will. I don't do online transactions,but as antivirus protection I think that software has very little impact then. It's basiacly from the site security. I'll contact some of Security Team here on SF if you want they will give more informations about this...

 

[Corrine]

well every one thanks for participating..
I just need your opinions about MSE microsoft security essential ...IS IT ENOUGH?

well....I also do on-line transaction. will it save my credentials from hackers?

Hi, nimmz. StalkeR thought I could be of assistance in responding to your questions.

On Windows 7, I have found MSE and the Windows 7 Firewall to be excellent choices for me. Both have worked extremely well.

As to protection for on-line transactions, some banks encourage their members to use Trusteer Rapport, although I have read where some people have had problems with the software. That aside, no software is going to protect your online transactions if the site, the credit card company, your banking institution, or your computer are compromised.

My advice:

1. Ensure that you use a strong password at your bank site and any place you make online payments or purchases. Partial quote from my article about Hotmail here but applicable:

"The key to a strong password is both complexity and length.

Complexity is not merely adding an upper case letter or an obvious misspelling, such as P@$$w0rd. Although some websites limit the number of characters allowed in a password, the longer your password, the harder it will be for it to be compromised.

Test the passwords you use with the Password Checker. If your password is weak or medium in strength, make it experiment with the Password Checker adding characters, with a combination of upper and lower case letters, numbers and keyboard symbols."
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2. Use a different password at each site.

3. Although providing a "secret answer" is commonly used as a means of recovering accounts and used by many banking sites, caution needs to be exercised. Using easily determined information as your secret answer, is not advised. Instead, for sites that still use such common personal information, use consistent false information that you will remember.

This is particularly important if you are active in social networking sites. For example, how many people on Facebook would know that your first pet was a dog named Spot or the name of the town where you were born or where you attended high school? (When Sarah Palin’s e-mail was compromised is wasn’t by a hacker but rather someone who obtained the name of the high school she attended via an online search.)

4. Never follow an e-mail link to your bank, credit card company, etc. Rather, type the URL directly in the address bar.

5. Keep your computer updated not only with Microsoft security updates (the 2nd Tuesday of each month) but also with updates for third-party software, particularly Adobe products and Java.

I recommend using one of the Secunia tools to check if your system is missing security updates or has insecure applications. Either install Secunia Personal Software Inspector or, alternatively, visit OSI - Consumer - Products . The Secunia Software Inspector runs through your browser with no installation or download required and does the following:

• Detects insecure versions of applications installed
• Verifies that all Microsoft patches are applied
• Assists you in updating your system and applications

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[Britton30]

Hi nimmz and welcome to the forums. I use Norton on my Win7 machines (2), one is an old AthlonX2 2.4 GHz. both do well. I would recommend adding more RAM too. A new set of at least 2GB will help especially if your OS is 64 bit. Hopefullt you can buy all new RAM so it will work better in your system, mixing RAM types, sizes, or brands isn't a good practice.

Follow the advices here to use MS Security Essentials and MalwareBytes too, MSE can usually run alongside of a commercial AV suite.

When you login to your bank or online retailer or anysite where you will submit your personal info make sure the URL begins with https. That means the site is using a SSL (Secure Socket Layer) Encryption for their site. Many secure sites will turn the accress window in IE8 or 9 green too, but not all.

 

[JMH]

To protect yourself from the evils of the internet your basic protection should include

*Anti Virus Program [ MSE is popular & is used by many people here]

*Anti Malware Program [Malwarebytes or SuperAntiSpyware]

* Spyware Blaster is a nifty program that runs quietly in the background protecting you.

*Firewall. The inbuilt Windows Firewall is adequate.

*Router / firewall

It is important you update programs & scan regularly.

You are advised to exercise caution with what you click on.
Don’t engage in activities such as file sharing, warez cracks, adult content, online gambling or other high-risk behaviors.

 

[nimmz]

well...i had installed MSE and it's working fine..and system is also running smooth. I am not going to use any additional security software. and just going to test what windows firewall and MSE results. Thanks all for valuable suggestions.

 

[Britton30]

You're welcome, and good luck. You know where we are if you need help.

 

[nimmz]

yeh....Exactly,,

 

[JMH]

Safe surfing!

 

[StalkeR]

You're welcome ! Glad that you make a decision.