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Old 02-08-2008   #4 (permalink)
Kayman


 
 

Re: Windows Vista Antivirus, Firewall, Antispyware

On Fri, 8 Feb 2008 18:41:12 -0500, Robinb wrote:
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> umm you want the truth? <g>
> I personally do not like Norton or Mcafee now Windows Live OneCare
> I think it is better to get a free antivirus protection like AVG which works
> very good with Vista
> Get another antispyware program like superantispyware- (Vista now runs
> Windows Defender but it is not enough protection) you can get it free or
> purchase it. If you purchase it, it gives you real time protection and works
> very nice with WD. This way you can set up a scan every day or once a week
> depending on your needs.
> If you purchase superantispyware it is coming out in a few weeks with
> version 4. I am testing the version now and it is real sweet, so wait for
> the newer version because it has been upgraded for Vista
> and use Windows Firewall for your firewall security.
> Espcially since it can control ins and outs.
> Also get spywareblaster- that is free too
> and if you are on broadband for extra security get yourself a router
> If you do not need it for wireless they are real cheap, less than $30
> Even if you need it for wireless you can get the linksys g router for $49.99
> or less
> that way you are totally protected.
umm the truth? "You can't handle the truth"! ...totally protected??? LOL

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