lovehungryman's config

[lovehungryman]

I have these other programs and software installed that I would like to know if somehow are unnecessary as I think it might be overkill having them all together running all the time at the same time as they might offer the same protection (or not at all) or might conflict with one another, for example:
-EMET 5.5 vs Malwarebytes Anti-Exploit free.
-Heimdal Pro vs Adguard 6.
-Adguard 6 vs some browser extensions (ublock or trafficlight).
-Or any of the above vs my anti malware suite.

 

[OneDay]

Hello, mate, and thanks for sharing..
If you browse carefully and common-sense is your middle name, then you'll be fine.
But... if you need something more effective, consider another antivirus program, there are lot of good free solutions (e.g. Avast, Avira, AVG).
All in all, a simple and good config.

 

[frogboy]

Looks good enough to me with some common sense thrown in. Thanks for sharing.

 

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simple and efficient

 

[JM Safe]

Hi it is a simple but solid config, and I agree with @OneDay because if you need more protection I would install another antivirus solution instead of Windows Defender
Thanks for sharing it

 

[Soulbound]

Defrag tools is not a must really. more optional than anything, in contrary to what one may believe since Windows 7.

 

[Kuttz]

You could improve your defence against Malware by installing Avast Free 2015 which has a much higher protection level against malware than what Windows built in Defender can. Otherwise a sufficient security for normal use.

 

[Exterminator]

Nice efficient config! If you exercise common sense you should be just fine. Thanks for sharing your config

 

[lovehungryman]

I used to have Avast in my old Vista computer that then I turned into running Linux only. As a matter of fact I have been trying different software, first Panda then 360 total security then Avira and Comodo's but since I had not used any Windows for over 4 years (until now) some of those antivirus programs I mentioned are too overkill for me or were simply not as expected... I will consider another antivirus program again after windows 10, Avast! maybe?... Thank you all guys for your answers and support!

 

[Korora]

You should consider switching to one of these Anti-Viruses:

• Qihoo 360 Total Security Essential
• avast!
• Avira

I also recommend using Windows Firewall Control to extend the usability of Windows Firewall.

 

[lovehungryman]

I have these other programs and software installed that I would like to know if somehow are unnecessary as I think it might be overkill having them all together running all the time at the same time as they might offer the same protection (or not at all) or might conflict with one another, for example:
-EMET 5.5 vs Malwarebytes Anti-Exploit free.
-Heimdal Pro vs Adguard 6.
-Adguard 6 vs some browser extensions (ublock or trafficlight).
-Or any of the above vs my anti malware suite.

 

[Deleted Member 333v73x]

I have these other programs and software installed that I would like to know if somehow are unnecessary as I think it might be overkill having them all together running all the time at the same time as they might offer the same protection (or not at all) or might conflict with one another, for example:
-EMET 5.5 vs Malwarebytes Anti-Exploit free.
-Heimdal Pro vs Adguard 6.
-Adguard 6 vs some browser extensions (ublock or trafficlight).
-Or any of the above vs my anti malware suite.

1.) EMET is free and can be better, but for advanced users only - verdict = MBAE
2.) Heimdal Pro and Adguard for Windows are completely different things, but both good - verdict = N/A
3.) uBlock Origin is the best IMO but Adguard FOR WINDOWS is the best (but uBlock Origin is the best EXTENSION) - verdict = N/S