NSG001's Configuration

[NSG001]

I really don't care about AV protection anymore.

My loss if I get infected, because it will really affect how I function in real life. I might become brain-dead, but during the Zombie Apocalypse, it's not a problem.

Just like other accidents.

I get what you're saying

 

[jamescv7]

Well using without AV generally a knowledge is needed.

An example is like an AV that could be the book, once mastered and reviewed your knowledge would be the first line of defense.

 

[NSG001]

Tested new combo these past few days and decided to stick for a while.
avast! 7 free alongside Privatefirewall 7.0.28.1 , running like a dream.

 

[Plexx]

Privatefirewall ain't bad at all.

Unfortunately somehow I couldnt fully configure to run alongside with ESS 5 and not being disconnected from the game I play... for some odd reason...

Any ideas or tips?

 

[NSG001]

Privatefirewall ain't bad at all.

Unfortunately somehow I couldnt fully configure to run alongside with ESS 5 and not being disconnected from the game I play... for some odd reason...

Any ideas or tips?

I am sorry to hear you are having problems
Not sure what the issues may be, their support are supposed to be very good so could be worth dropping them a line.
I am extremely impressed with the Firewall, first time i have tried it and runs well alongside avast!

 

[Plexx]

the game support, we can forget about it.

im sure is just a matter of configuring along with ESS

Ill try to play around in virtual first

 

[Ink]

Since version 6.1, PF has been free for home and commercial use ~2009, in time for Windows 7 release.

biozfear, why ESS and not NOD32+PF?

 

[Plexx]

Since version 6.1, PF has been free for home and commercial use ~2009, in time for Windows 7 release.

biozfear, why ESS and not NOD32+PF?

If there was a way to use the ESS license on NOD32, I would swap for it anyday.

I got a license as a gift.

On a side note: I tested AION with ports allowed etc, with the ESS+PF combo and no problem on disconnections. Looks like its only on Eligium.

Going to grab a copy of Avast and VIPRE trial and test run it on Virtual first. Only pain is installing the game there...

Also: I recall seeing on ESET website that SS has this, which I haven't seen on NOD32:

Optimized Startup Procedure NEW
No more waiting for signature database download to complete – ESET Smart Security 5 lets you start working immediately after booting, without compromising your security.

Source

Against NOD32.

If I am unable to use the ESS license on NOD32, I might actually renew my NOD32 License and give the ESS to a family member or a friend.

 

[NSG001]

Removed: avast! free and Private Firewall.
Replaced by Online Armor Free with HIPS and Sandboxie 3.72.
No real time AV.
Rely on BDTL, Sandboxie and Emsisoft's Cloud/HIPS.

 

[Ink]

Does BDTL actually block malicious downloads ending in .exe, or do you have discard of them manually?

 

[NSG001]

Does BDTL actually block malicious downloads ending in .exe, or do you have discard of them manually?

BDTL just blocks malicious sites, Online Armor would certainly prompt if any nasties were to try and sneak by
.exe's are auto deleted by sandboxie if not deemed safe after a scan with VT uploader.

 

[NSG001]

Minor tweaks to speed up browsing.
System DNS changed from Sendori to fastest available, changed using Namebench, found pages drop out and considerably slower using services such as sendori/norton/comodo.
Tightened up web protection, removed Bitdefender Trafficlight and added K9 web protection in it's place.
Dragon still primary browser with 'phishing and malware protection' option ticked.
Still not using Realtime AV/AM apart from Online Armor's cloud/Sandboxed browsers

 

[Plexx]

Minor tweaks to speed up browsing.
System DNS changed from Sendori to fastest available, changed using Namebench, found pages drop out and considerably slower using services such as sendori/norton/comodo.
Tightened up web protection, removed Bitdefender Trafficlight and added K9 web protection in it's place.
Dragon still primary browser with 'phishing and malware protection' option ticked.
Still not using Realtime AV/AM apart from Online Armor's cloud/Sandboxed browsers

For DNS application I have used DNS Jumper. How good is Namebench? Also how good was Sendori compared to Comodo/Norton>

So you are still without real time AV, join the club! Mind you I went more lighter than you. Only have the on-demand scans which I only run to update them. Currently testing a variation of Earth's avast settings but I suppose I gotta use my desktop for real time test run.

 

[NSG001]

@biozfear
Sendori was effective for blocking malicious links and sites but had found it quite sluggish at times as I have done with other such services (Norton and Comodo)
As the extra layers are there i have gone for speed
Namebench gives you a benchmark of reliable and fastest servers, works similar to Steve Gibson's DNS Benchmark tool > https://www.grc.com/dns/benchmark.htm

Think I could still trim the fat a little more but happy and content at the moment, under 50mb suits fine and everything on machine flies

Will keep an eye on your continuous testing, much appreciated

 

[Plexx]

Well, without NOD32 I havent seen much difference despite getting rid of nearly 80mb on RAM

How exacly are you planning your layers? I am curious

 

[NSG001]

Well, without NOD32 I havent seen much difference despite getting rid of nearly 80mb on RAM

How exacly are you planning your layers? I am curious

there is no planning i am just 'experimenting' for balance of speed, system resources and security.

 

[NSG001]

Been playin' with malware so have used avast! and EAM for testing only past couple of d.ays
Live machine again has no realtime av although may trial Bitdefender IS for 30 days .. just under consideration

 

[NSG001]

Removed OA Free.
Added CIS 5.10 old config and trusted file list (Prepping for arrival of CIS6).
Added Comodo Secure DNS.

 

[Deleted member 178]

Removed OA Free.

Added CIS 5.10 old config and trusted file list (Prepping for arrival of CIS6).
Added Comodo Secure DNS.

you will feel lighter now

 

[NSG001]

It's like wearing Carpet Slippers after Big Boots