Firewalls and Anti-Spyware.following up on a previously asked question, I have a few more?

1) My PC came with Webroot and Norton installed (about a year ago and it’s time to renew). Is there an advantage to buying the software vs downloading it? Would/Will I still have to renew again after a year if I went and bought it?
2) When comparing what you get for free vs. what you pay for, does having a firewall mean you have all the Anti stuff (Virus, Spam, Spy-Ware) by default and what really is the distinction?












Don’t do it and first of all you have all the wrong protection.Use Avast or Avira antivirus download from and use ZoneAlarm Firewall and it is pretty bomb proof once it larn your system you can also get that at the best and FREE!!!
I like free software and I will answer your second question:
2.A firewall will NOT give you protection from virus and spyware. You can read the complete Firewall FAQ here:
I will recommend you to use Comodo Personal Firewall:
It’s a major scam. Read this thread
You need to get rid of it. Good luck.
I changed to AVG from McAffee when the contract ended. It’s free and seems to be as good - also it doesn’t seem to slow down my machine as much as McAffee.
My son who is a developer in IT tells me it is better than McAffee and Norton and used by professional developers.
how s the performance of the NORTON ??
you can get free 90 days trial… check it out..
follow thew steps..
download and run the Norton remoaval tool from the weeb link
and then download and install the 90 days trial from the web link
question 2.
firewall is totally different from antiVirus..
firewall will manage and protect the computer from other online threats and if some one tries to hack the computer..
it protect the comp automatically
but antiVirus will function only when you start the (VIRUS) file and prompt you.. that it is a virus
it is better to have the INTERNET SECURITY(TOTAL PROTECTION)—- combination of AntiVirus and Personal Firewall..
go for NORTON INTERNET SECURITY
Now the Norton Internet Security has in built password manager, crimeware protection, anti spam, parental control, antivirus, firewall, spyware protection. what you need more ??
if you need any other software,,, go for the NOD32.. it is very good but does not have personal protection… it cant protect itself during the time of serious threats..
if you need free version, go for AVIRA.. i havent seen that but .. many ppl suggesting that
OK
Firstly I’d recomend Nod32 Antivirus as effective as Norton but your PC won’t even notice it’s there (i mean it doesn’t slow down your PC) You can download trial every month and this will be free
or you can buy it. It’s up to you. LINK
BEST FIREWALL : Outpost Firewall (free) , easy to use, fast and doesn’t slow down any PC, Extremely effective LINK:
Sygate Personal Firewall - also great and free. Very effective and doesnt slow down any PC LINK:
There are other but they aren’t any good, either slow down PC or are not effective.
These days you need more than just a virus protection. Only about 15% of all malware is viruses. The rest is worms, trojans, phishing schemes, spyware, etc.
Here’s some ideas to roll ya own Internet Security Suite for free. Free is always the best.
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1. For your Anti-Virus……(Always use only 1 A-V…You must NEVER use more than one anti-virus, Even an expired anti-virus can cause a major conflict)
For your anti-virus needs, I would suggest Avira AntiVir® PersonalEdition Classic. It has excellent heuristics, a virus detection rate that is better than many of paid-for anti-virus programs and is light on using your computer’s resources. And did I mention that it’s free!
Download here:
Avoid an anti-virus called AVG (free version). It is wildly popular but has poor virus detection rates.
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2. For your Firewall……….(Always use only 1 software firewall)
A decent free firewall that is PC Tools Firewall Plus. One can either choose Normal User Mode Or Expert User Mode’depending on the desired detail of alerts and application custom rules.
It is one of the few free firewalls that will work (and work well) on Vosta as well as XP and 2000.
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3. For your Anti-Adware and Anti-Spyware needs……………(use at least 1, but 2 is better)
Pick and choose, 2 anti-spywares from the list below and alternate scanning with them on a regular basis. New spywares are created literally hourly, so no single anti-spyware can really detect all malware. Have at least 2 on hand and alternate scanning with each every few days or so. All are free. All can remove as well as detect.
Spybot Search and Destroy:
Ewido (now known as AVG Anti-spyware) Do NOT download AVG Anti-virus.:
AdAware 2007
A-Squared:
SUPERAntiSpyware:
Windows Defender:
Unfortunately, many paid for anti-spyware products are in fact either of limited usefulness or downright scams. When in doubt, look at the list of rogue anti-spyware solutions listed here:
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4. And to help protect your computer from ever getting infected with malware in the first place………… (use them both)
SpywareBlaster helps to immunize your computer again certain selected malware.:
SiteAdvisor warns you when visiting a potentionally malicious web-site:
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5. And always keep your Windows 100% updated and patched with all critical and security updates from Windows Updates. THIS IS A MUST! In Internet Explorer just click Tools then Windows Updates.
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Everything here is 100% free!!!!!!
Great luck! Enjoy!
Anti Virus:
Avg Free
Firewall:
Pc Tools Firewall Plus
Zonealarm
Spyware Adware Removal:
Spybot
Adware 2007 Free
Superantispyware
CCleaner
ALL FREE
Having a safe and clean computer does not have to cost a penny.
Hope this helps.