At-Risk Deathsmear PC Security Config 2020

Last updated
Jan 14, 2020
Operating system
Security updates
Allow security updates and latest features
User Access Control
Never notify (disabled)
Real-time security
Eset Internet Security
Firewall security
Periodic malware scanners
Bitdefender Rescue CD
Malware sample testing
I do not participate in malware testing
Browser(s) and extensions
Chrome , IDM Ext , Universal bypass Ext , Mcafee Boost Ext & Adguard Ext
Maintenance tools
Ashampoo Winoptimizer 17
File and Photo backup
External HDD
System recovery
None
Risk factors
    • Browsing to popular websites
    • Streaming audio/video content from shady sites
Computer specs
Samsung Core I3 , RAM 8 GB DDR3 , 500GB HDD & Intel Graphic HD3000
Notes by Staff Team
  1. This computer configuration is using an unsupported operating system. If possible, we recommend to upgrade to an operating system that is supported by its developers to remain protected from the latest threats.

bribon77

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Jul 6, 2017
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You have considered upgrading to Windows 10, since your PC would have no problem with W10, and W7 will no longer have updates.

I suggest a backup program, Macrium Reflect or AOMEI Backupper in its free versions.
Thanks for sharing. (y)
 

harlan4096

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Apr 28, 2015
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Update Your system, at least, to W8.1

Set UAC to Always Notify.

Follow suggestion about System Backup:

Consider also in Data BackUp to run backups of important data to in cloud services.

In Virus and Malware Removal Tools, You may add: EmsiSoft Emergengy Kit and HitManPro Free.

PassWord Manager would be welcome also.

Please kindly reflect Your changes editing Your config, and announcing them here, thanks for sharing.
 

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