For Microsoft Defender I'm using ConfigueDefender with "INTERACTIVE" setting
For the Windows firewall I'm using FirewallHardening with "Recommended H_C" setting
For Windows itself I'm using Hard_Configurator with "Basic_Recommended_Settings"
Periodic malware scanners
Hitman Pro, Malwarebytes Free
Malware sample testing
I do not participate in malware testing
Browser(s) and extensions
Microsoft Edge, Google search. Only 2 add-ons currently, uBlock Origin and Bitwarden
Secure DNS
NextDNS
Desktop VPN
ProtonVPN free
Password manager
Bitwarden
Maintenance tools
SUMo for updates otherwise I just run the inbuilt disk cleaner once in a while to delete temp files etc
File and Photo backup
OneDrive
System recovery
System image to external USB once a month, stored disconnected. Use "Windows 7 Backup and Restore Tool" (its included in Windows 11 and 10, has Windows 7 in the name)
Risk factors
Browsing to popular websites
Opening email attachments
Buying from online stores, entering banks card details
I was recently recommended to look at ConfigureDefender (on Reddit) and then saw posts about the related tools. Thought it was worth posting my current setup and request feedback
Many thanks for the suggestion. I'm happy using the inbuilt "Windows 7" style backup in Windows 11. This includes the option for a System Image. I only connect the Backup drive to do the backup then disconnect