Computer Geeks—HELP!

[flbusa]

Originally Posted by WDD

Why Microsoft Security Essentials over AVG? I'm running AVG with no problems, but if there's a good reason I can make the switch.

For me it's because I'd like to believe that MS can integrate anti-virus software better into their own OS, although that may be stretching things a bit.

When I first moved over to Win 64 MSE was one of the only solutions available and like Desmo stated... It's pretty much invisible until you need it.

[Duster_360]

Originally Posted by G_man

Thanks guys.
Did the following:

5. I purchased this NetGear N600 Wireless Dual Band Router about a month ago and have not installed. Anything tricky should know?

6. I’m also thinking after this latest scare I need to get an external hard drive for GoPro vids pics files etc that is pswd protected.

Gary

Nothing really tricky, but since routers come with the same name, change your network name (the SSID) and turn on WPA or WEP encryption - with encryption, anyone attempting to logon your network has to have your password. I also disable SSID broadcast so when someone queries local Wi-Fi networks, mine is not even listed. All this should be in your router manual or its available online via google.

I use a WD Passport 1TB external with USB3.0 capability as my external backup for everything important. It has my latest file backups, latest system images and my pics, movies and music files. It cost about $100.

[Deacon51]

Originally Posted by WDD

Why Microsoft Security Essentials over AVG? I'm running AVG with no problems, but if there's a good reason I can make the switch.

His sub was up and MS Security is first and foremost free, and second just as good. It also uses MS Update service for it's updates, which makes it a little cleaner on the network traffic. Also the Microsoft Malicious Software Removal (MRT) Tool updates once a month on Patch Tuesday. The OS, Security, and Software fix all work together in a nice neat package. It's perfect for home use. (If you think you may be infected,and you install your patches asap, you can type start>run and type MRT and hit enter... )

That said, DUMP IE ... well not dump, keep it installed and updated, but use something else for your day to day web browsing. Think about this... your a hacker and your looking for a exploit you can build on a web page, and then spam millions of email address with a link to the web page and hope that some fool clicks on your "Enlarge you penis 50% in 3 days" link. What web browser would you target?

IE good or bad... that's not the question. Hell, run Safari for windows and I grantee that no phishing site with some zero day Flash Player exploit is going to know what to do with your system configuration.

I like Googles Chrome, it's light weight and fast and it auto updates.

[G_man]

Originally Posted by Duster_360

Nothing really tricky, but since routers come with the same name, change your network name (the SSID) and turn on WPA or WEP encryption - with encryption, anyone attempting to logon your network has to have your password. I also disable SSID broadcast so when someone queries local Wi-Fi networks, mine is not even listed. All this should be in your router manual or its available online via google.

I use a WD Passport 1TB external with USB3.0 capability as my external backup for everything important. It has my latest file backups, latest system images and my pics, movies and music files. It cost about $100.

Thanks for the info.

I did get an external HardDrive with 2TB external with USB3.0 capability from Wallyworld for 109.

I'm not sure of the name, it's @ home & I'm at work. WD does sound familiar though.

[G_man]

Originally Posted by Deacon51

His sub was up and MS Security is first and foremost free, and second just as good. It also uses MS Update service for it's updates, which makes it a little cleaner on the network traffic. Also the Microsoft Malicious Software Removal (MRT) Tool updates once a month on Patch Tuesday. The OS, Security, and Software fix all work together in a nice neat package. It's perfect for home use. (If you think you may be infected,and you install your patches asap, you can type start>run and type MRT and hit enter... )

That said, DUMP IE ... well not dump, keep it installed and updated, but use something else for your day to day web browsing. Think about this... your a hacker and your looking for a exploit you can build on a web page, and then spam millions of email address with a link to the web page and hope that some fool clicks on your "Enlarge you penis 50% in 3 days" link. What web browser would you target?

IE good or bad... that's not the question. Hell, run Safari for windows and I grantee that no phishing site with some zero day Flash Player exploit is going to know what to do with your system configuration.

I like Googles Chrome, it's light weight and fast and it auto updates.

Thanks for the info, my other buddy says the same thing, to get off IE.

I guess it's like anything--that initial PLUNGE that worries me.

My desktop computer has multiple logins (for me & g/f) I am the admin.

If I use Google Chrome does that change hers too?

I actually worry more when she's on there. You know how women are, havta click on every home remedy/deal/cure out there...... errrr

Thanks

G

[jdmz]

Originally Posted by grommet

get malwarebytes

then you may have to do some internet searching for the name of the trojan and find out if it needs special removal tools to get rid of it. There are a bunch of different ones out there that target specific problem viruses.

+1, malwarebytes has helped me removed a few viruses from my friends' computers

[WDD]

Switched to MSE and deleted AVG Free. System seems to be running a bit faster, and with fewer hang ups. My imagination, or could I actually have a performance gain? My PC is ancient, so just about anything would help I guess.

[eflyguy]

If you mean MSE, it's a lot less bloated than other security suites..
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[G_man]

Originally Posted by WDD

Switched to MES and deleted AVG Free. System seems to be running a bit faster, and with fewer hang ups. My imagination, or could I actually have a performance gain? My PC is ancient, so just about anything would help I guess.

X2

Yep I had Mcafee (HOG) on my desktop computer which is old & slow and made surfing a very painful experience. Had AVG on my laptop (what started this post).

Removed them both and installed MSE on BOTH and they are both operating great EVEN VIDEOS!

Also removed IE and installed Google Chrome on the desktop and while a little different it works much better from what I can tell so far.
The MAJOR difference being the TOOLBAR. I don’t see a FAVORITES on there. I did import them from IE so I have a FOLDER from IE that has my favorites in it.

Now just need to install my wireless router.
Then Google Chrome on the laptop.

Thanks guys!
G

[Deacon51]

Ctrl+Shift+B to bring up bookmarks bar in Chrome.

[Desmo]

Settings:

[G_man]

Ok I had the toolbar, but it seems like it stacks them up horizontally. That would take up a lot of room, can't be right.

Where IE had a FAVORITES tab with a pull down.