Advanced Plus Security blackice’s 2020 Security Config

Last updated
Jan 1, 2020
How it's used?
For home and private use
Operating system
Windows 10
Log-in security
Security updates
Allow security updates and latest features
User Access Control
Always notify
Real-time security
MIcrosoft Defender
Macrium Reflect Image Gurdian
OSArmor
Firewall security
About custom security
Configure Defender: High
OSArmor tweaked to cover extra functions I don't use.
Periodic malware scanners
EEK, MBAM, ESET online scanner
Malware sample testing
I do not participate in malware testing
Browser(s) and extensions
Firefox-
Malwarebytes Browser Guard
uBlock Origin
1PasswordX

Edge Chromium Beta-
Smartscreen enabled
1PasswordX
uBlock Origin

Chrome-
uBlock Origin
Malwarebytes Browser Guard
1PasswordX

Brave-
Shields on
1PasswordX
Malwarebytes Browser Guard
Maintenance tools
RunBySmartscreen
Process Monitor
HWinfo64
MSI Afterburner
Bandizip
File and Photo backup
Onedrive - Microsoft 365
Google Drive
System recovery
Macrium Reflect Home - weekly
Image Guardian Enabled
Risk factors
    • Gaming
    • Logging into my bank account
    • Browsing to popular websites
    • Streaming audio/video content from shady sites
Computer specs
i7 6700
16 GB DDR4 3000
RTX 2060 Super
256 SSD
512 SSD
1 TB HDD

All home devices behind a Gryphon router.
oldschool said:
Nice setup. Consider RunBySmartscreen for added file check protection. (y):)

Edit: I see you're using Edge Beta. Why not use Edge Dev instead to get more frequent updates? I find it very stable.
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At some point I ran into a stability/compatibility issue. I honestly don’t even remember what it was. But I’m not a browser super user these days. So beta works. I actually only browse on my pc a couple days a week since I don’t work from home as much anymore. My phone is where the bulk of browsing happens, which is Firefox for now.
 
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There does seem to be a theme... lots of setups with Windows Defender and Andy's H_C or CD.

And for good reason... it's a super effective enhanced capability with the best 'support' in the business.

I totally forgot about HWiNFO. I need to try that again..

And especially on my older computers.. I like OSArmor too. It's not as in vogue around here as it was at one time.

Well.......... I have nothing to add.

Looks pretty good to me (y) (y)


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Burrito said:
There does seem to be a theme... lots of setups with Windows Defender and Andy's H_C or CD.

And for good reason... it's a super effective enhanced capability with the best 'support' in the business.

I totally forgot about HWiNFO. I need to try that again..

And especially on my older computers.. I like OSArmor too. It's not as in vogue around here as it was at one time.

Well.......... I have nothing to add.

Looks pretty good to me (y) (y)


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All configs including mine should be renamed to @Andy Ful config :D
Amazing work from him (y)
 
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Burrito said:
There does seem to be a theme... lots of setups with Windows Defender and Andy's H_C or CD.

And for good reason... it's a super effective enhanced capability with the best 'support' in the business.

I totally forgot about HWiNFO. I need to try that again..

And especially on my older computers.. I like OSArmor too. It's not as in vogue around here as it was at one time.

Well.......... I have nothing to add.

Looks pretty good to me (y) (y)


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Where would we be without Andy!? Paying more for security probably...
 
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For Firefox I dropped uBlock since I don't do any custom rules. Trying out Just Malwarebytes Browser Guard, their adblocking works well enough and Firefox picks up the rest of the trackers. I've noticed little change in browser speed, but I don't jump site to site constantly so it probably doesn't matter anyway.
 
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Well I went to rollback to an image from a couple weeks ago because Emsisoft found a pup and I wasn't sure what it was or how it got there. Brilliant me went to reimagine with Macrium, not realizing I deleted the wrong folder last week on my backup drive and lost my base image. So when it went to install the differential it couldn’t find the base, but it had already formatted the drive. So...fresh install for me! 🤪 :cry:
 
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To be clear I am not blaming Macrium. Just sleep deprivation and distraction from having no daycare while we work from home with the looming current events. Thankfully my mom is helping us out now, but boy I screwed up on this one haha.
 
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blackice said:
Just sleep deprivation and distraction from having no daycare while we work from home with the looming current events.
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It's taking a toll on everyone. Most people I talk to feel traumatized! Go easy on yourself, my friend! :D
 
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blackice said:
To be clear I am not blaming Macrium. Just sleep deprivation and distraction from having no daycare while we work from home with the looming current events. Thankfully my mom is helping us out now, but boy I screwed up on this one haha.
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Could it be Lack-O-Hops?

Years ago I went to Turtle Mountain (pretty sure that's what it was called).

Maybe some 'Vitamin H' would help you.
 
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Dave Russo said:
whats vitamin H ? ,Im almost afraid to ask
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It's hops -- an ingredient in beer.

And it is actually quite good for you.

Hops Flower: Benefits, Uses & Side Effects | mindbodygreen

Hops are widely known for giving different beer styles their flavor and aroma profiles, and their health benefits are certainly something to toast to.
www.mindbodygreen.com www.mindbodygreen.com

www.growingproduce.com

Why Hops Should Be Considered a Superfood

The essential ingredient in beer carries with it benefits beyond just bittering and aroma.
www.growingproduce.com www.growingproduce.com
 
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Burrito said:
It's hops -- an ingredient in beer.

And it is actually quite good for you.

Hops Flower: Benefits, Uses & Side Effects | mindbodygreen

Hops are widely known for giving different beer styles their flavor and aroma profiles, and their health benefits are certainly something to toast to.
www.mindbodygreen.com www.mindbodygreen.com

www.growingproduce.com

Why Hops Should Be Considered a Superfood

The essential ingredient in beer carries with it benefits beyond just bittering and aroma.
www.growingproduce.com www.growingproduce.com
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I also heard that consuming some of these hops can make your wife look years younger
 
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