Hell Raiser asked:


im not referring to a FREE software to download. A software thats good to BUY.

I have used PC Tools “Spyware Doctor” and was enjoying its features and simplicty. However, after doing research-PC Doctor manages to not catch alot of threats.

I have also used Norton Internet Security and was satisfied alot.

QUESTION: Im probably going to buy Norton Internet Security again but before I do- Do you have a better product I should review first??
**UPDATE** I just bought Norton Internet Security again. Im happy with it and its features.

Zaniyah

Iowan4321 asked:


Can anyone help me find information on anti-malware packages for the Macintosh OSX? I am looking for an unbiased article, report or paper that compares tools that will stop bad programs like viruses, spyware, trojans, keyloggers, etc for the Macintosh OS X.

It is very important that the review be impartial. For example, any report published by a company that makes anti-spyware / anti-virus software can’t be considered impartial.

Please post a link to where I can read the full text of the article to be eligible to receive 10 points.
Well I was hoping for a printed article, but a webcast by someone as reliable as Chris Pirillo works. The webpage for this webcast can be found directly on Chris’s website, along with written text that include a few more details than what appears in the video. (the text is not a word-for-word transcript — I think the text is a bit easier to understand.)

http://chris.pirillo.com/2007/11/20/do-macs-get-viruses-anti-virus-for-os-x/

Jimena

Ohpc H asked:


Opinion : Well,it’s troublesome doing all these steps to maintain a clean computer,the worst is,when the user doesn’t know that his/her computer is infected. Cause not all harmful stuffs has Obvious Symptoms.
————————–
Basic Browser Setting

Browser – Firefox latest version
Settings – Under tools button,click option,go privacy tab.

*Un tick all the history settings
*Un tick all the cookies settings,enable cookie only (not third party cookies) when you’re login at website.
*Untick ask before clearing privacy data.
*Go to security tab,untick all the passwords settings.
*Go to advanced tab,make the offline storage to zero mb

Internet Options Settings

*Tick all the correct internet settings,untick those save passwords etc.
*Under security tab,make internet medium setting
*Under security tab,Local intranet is High setting,will not have negative effects on the sites that you’re viewing.
*Under security tab,Trust sites is also High setting,will not have negative effects on the sites that you’re viewing.
*Under security tab,Restricted site is also High or Custom settings
(Custom probably by anti spyware,etc like spybot listed the correct restricted site settings in there)
*Under privacy tab,click advanced,prompt for first party cookies (applies to internet explorer,so prompt is the best setting) ,and must tick block third party cookies.
*Under content tab,un tick all the Auto Complete settings.
————————————–…
Anti Virus Softwares

Recommend Avira,Avast,Norton but not Mcafee,AVG etc.

*Avira highest detection rates,excellent scannings,but the free edition only contain anti virus protection.(Top anti virus detection rates)

*Avast,second highest detection rates,excellent Boot-time scan and tons of protection layers of shields (Much more overall protection,decent detection rates too)

*Norton 2009,i think it’s an complete overhaul version,the memory usage is superb low,extremely rare,since norton is known as system hog, Previous versions used too much unnecessary memory,slows computer down tremendously. The detection rates is good,not sure how much though. The protection is advanced type as stated. Can try by downloading the trail version(Lower detection rates but memory usage is quite low)
————————————–…
Anti Spywares freewares

*Spybot search & destory,protects system settings and so on(Must have)

*Spyware Blaster,an anti spyware layer of protection(Must have)

*Advanced systemcare 3,nice freeware of registry cleaner + spyware defense provided by iobit. (Though the free edition lacks deep scan etc,but still useful)

*Ccleaner
————————————–…
Excellent Anti Spyware Scanners *Not protection,unless you pay for it

*Ad aware 2008

*Malwarebytes

*Super anti spyware

*Of course,make sure you use the correct settings in every software you uses,common sense.

Download Websites Recommendations

FileHippo.com – Download Free Software
Free Software Downloads and Reviews – Download.com

Reformatting

Use the detailed reformat instead of quick reformat,its much more effective but much more longer duration…it’s safer though.

Then re-download all the window updates from the microsoft website,and download an anti virus and updated it before you download any other softwares

Scannings

It’s best to scan things in safe mode,and use the folder option settings in computer correctly for scanning purpose

*shows hidden files and folders
*Un-tick hide protection operating system files
*Un-tick hide extension for known file types
*Turn off System Restore,some trojans tends to hide in there etc.

Obviously its to let it scan the whole computer or drive thoroughly. Scanning in Safe mode is quite necessary too,Safe mode is F8 key.

**Credit to Twtew from Yahoo Answer,under the Title ”Basic computering guide”.

Purpose : Obviously not for spamming,just want to post something useful. And nowadays theres a lot harmful stuffs even if you did not visit adult sites.

Modified : To add this line,won’t be replying to any posts/questions if theres any,just as i mentioned,just to post something useful only.

Delilah

jeremyduffy.com asked:


I’ve used emule and seen some good and bad reviews for limewire. I’m interested in what would be the safest, easiest software to use for families who’s kids download lots of stuff, but they want to avoid spyware, trojans, viruses etc.

Basically, if I was going to recommend a file sharing program to fairly computer illiterate people, what should it be?

Victoria

Loner asked:


I have downloaded the program before I run it I have scan it with a legally purchased and updated anti-virus ( Kaspersky 7 ) when i ran the superantispyware it removed some tracking cookies from my computer , then i unistall it , now I’m really scared becuase i read some reviews about the program is just a fake software , or its just simply a spyware , just please give me a clear answer what is the truth about superantispyware and if it is a spyware what is the prof ? please help me before I panic and format my PC

Tara

deady asked:


Current software:
spyware doctor (free trial) ..always detects darkmoon trojan in registry key for some reason..
avg
bazooka
tuneup utilities 2008 (for cleanup etc)
comodo firewall (made the switch from zone alarm)

ive been a bit concerned about whats on my comp since ive been getting alot of ip spoof attacks.. just to be on the safe side ya know?

so what do you recommend? ive checked so many reviews on multiple sites id really just like to ask the people ya know
and no i dont have all the programs on at once, i only have comodo firewall on.. and every other day or so i do scans with each other software.

Brooke

w_danko asked:


I have a pop-up screen showing on my desktop every couple of hours saying that I need to install a spyware removal software. It wants me to install their speciic software. I have tried using spybot but that message is still popping up. When I click on it it takes me to this page
http://www.antispyware-review.biz/?wmid=4663&pwebmid=1SOMv2YyoD .
I have a feeling that it is a spammy website. My McAfee scan is not showing any viruses and I ran the Spybot a couple of times and the message is still there. How can I remove it?

Brenna