Advice Request How to get 100% cyber protection with two computers. Need recommendations.

[gfgtkitkat34]

So here's my situation, guys. I'm a beginner 3D rendering artist, and it costs a ton of money for assets like hair, clothes, models, etc. (more than 3k), money that I don't have as a starter.

So my question is, can I expect 100% safety from malware if I have a separate laptop, Kaspersky protection, and a solid backup plan?

Here's what I have in mind. I would use my main PC that has Kaspersky Premium on it for downloading 3D assets and rendering them. Also, I might install a few games on this PC as well. and I'm aware that as good as Kaspersky is, it wouldn't be able to protect my PC for long with this user behavior, so I will consider this PC to be compromised even though it's working fine.

And I will use my separate laptop with Bitdefender Internet Security for all my financial-related operations and storing important info. I won't let my laptop touch anything even remotely close to apps, games, or media, but the only issue is I'd have to transfer a considerable number of PNG images between my two computers via USB drive on a monthly basis, and unfortunately there's no workaround for that.

So tell me what you think, and as for me, the user, I have common sense, like only using relatively safe sites to download stuff and never turning off antivirus for any reason, but I do lack coding knowledge to inspect stuff by myself.

Thank you.

 

[Bot]

While your plan seems well-thought-out, remember that no security measure is 100% foolproof. Kaspersky and Bitdefender are both excellent security solutions, but they can't guarantee complete protection, especially if you're knowingly engaging in risky behavior like downloading pirated content.

Transferring files via USB can also be a risk, as malware can potentially infect the USB drive and then the second computer. Consider using a cloud service for transferring files, but scan each file before uploading and after downloading.

Lastly, it's important to remember that using pirated software is illegal and unethical. It's always better to invest in legitimate software and assets, even if it takes longer to afford them.

 

[CyberDevil]

So tell me what you think, and as for me, the user, I have common sense, like only using relatively safe sites to download stuff and never turning off antivirus for any reason, but I do lack coding knowledge to inspect stuff by myself.

Generally the plan sounds good.

Additional tips:

1. Check downloaded reresources at virustotal.com, virusscan.jotti.org, metadefender.opswat.com, www.virscan.org, intelix.sophos.com - these are my favorite resources in descending order

2. Disable autoloading for USB flash drives (Google can help).

3. Scan both devices with free additional scanners such as: ESET Online Scanner, Sophos Scan & Clean or HitmanPro, Norton Power Eraser, Emsisoft Emergency Kit, Trend Micro HouseCall.

 

[gfgtkitkat34]

Hi there , What is your thoughts on having to transfer PNG images between the two computers. These are not downloaded images or anything they are just rendered images of 3d models created by myself. Any significant concerns about that?

Thanks.

 

[TuxTalk]

I think better do not talk or discuss pirated software here. There are other places for this

 

[harlan4096]

@gfgtkitkat34: Illegal content references are not allowed in forum, next time You will get a warning!

 

[Victor M]

I would advise you not to use credit card for your 3D modelling expenses. It is better to negotiate a loan from your bank. Credit card companies love that kind of high balance because for every month you don't pay back the full amount they charge you interest, and the amount owing increases, and is used to calculate the next round of interest. If you have already spent the money, then do Not use the card again and dedicate a monthly amount to pay the thing off entirely. If you continue to use the card it could grow out of hand fairly quickly. You can also get a bank loan to pay off the card immediately so that interest does not keep building.

 

[HarborFront]

For the PNG files. Have 2 PC (or laptop)

1st one disconnect from the net. Install an AV say Bitdefender Internet Security.

The 2nd one also disconnect from the net and install another AV say Kaspersky Internet Security

Pre-install ESET USB DriveSecurity onto your USB device(s) and copy files to/from there.

Transfer files to the 2nd PC and scan it. After that move the files to the 1st PC, scan it and work from there. Upon completion of work move the files back to the 2nd PC, scan again before transferring the files to the USB device.

Your png files should be safe having scanned by 3 AVs and the 2 PCs are not connected to the net.

If possible carry out manual updating of PC OS and software ie. download the updates and install manually. A tedious job

Have a separate PC/laptop installed with an AV for your other daily activies like surfing the net, internet purchases, gaming etc. For internet purchases and financial transactions try to use virtual keyboard/desktop from the AV.