Advanced Plus Security Maschera's Security Configuration 2021

Last updated
Dec 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
Kaspersky Total Security 2021 (Preset: Maximum Security)
Firewall security
About custom security
None.
Periodic malware scanners
Emsisoft Emergency Kit Pro, HitmanPro
Malware sample testing
I do not participate in malware testing
Browser(s) and extensions
Browser: Microsoft Edge (Preset: Maximum Security and Privacy)
Addons: Kaspersky Protection, Norton Safe Web, Kaspersky Password Manager, HTTPS Everywhere, AdGuard
Maintenance tools
CCleaner
File and Photo backup
Acronis True Image
System recovery
Acronis True Image
Risk factors
    • Browsing to popular websites
    • Opening email attachments
    • Buying from online stores, entering banks card details
    • Gaming
    • Streaming audio/video content from trusted sites or paid subscriptions
    • Streaming audio/video content from shady sites
    • Coding and development
Computer specs
CPU: AMD Ryzen 3800X (OC: 4.4Ghz)
GPU: Sapphire Nitro+ RX5500XT 8GB
Motherboard: Asus Rog Strix X570-E
Ram: XPG D41 3200Mhz 32GB (8x4)
SSD: XPG 8200 Pro 512GB M.2
HDD: Seagate Barracuda 2TB (Backup)
Liquid Cooler: XPG Levante
PSU: XPG Core Reactor 750W
Case: XPG Battlecruiser
Keyboard: XPG Summoner
Mouse: XPG Infarex
Mousepad: XPG Infarex R10
Monitor: Gamepower 27-144HZ GPR27C1MS144
Notable changes
Simple High Computer Security Config Release 11.12.2020
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Browser(s) and Add-ons
Browser: Microsoft Edge (Preset: Maximum Security and Privacy)
Addons: Kaspersky Protection, Norton Safe Web, Kaspersky Password Manager, HTTPS Everywhere, AdGuard
With Edge you get SmartScreen and Google SafeBrowsing with AdGuard.
I don't think you need Norton nor Kaspersky extension.
Your AV also protects you too.
Https everywhere isn't needed too as you can block http native in Edge.

Less extensions = less attack surface and better privacy.
Stay secure, not paranoid (copyright by a wise man) :D(y)
 

silversurfer

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  • Browser Addons: Kaspersky Protection
Kaspersky Protection enables several features of Kaspersky applications in browsers The features are still available without the extension, but in this case the application performance will be affected.

Features that require the Kaspersky Protection extension:
  • Secure data input on websites. The extension connects the app and the browser for transferring data entered from the on-screen and regular keyboards. The Secure Data Input feature only works if the Kaspersky Protection extension is enabled.
  • Tracking redirects for phishing detection. Kaspersky Protection provides additional options for detecting phishing sites.
  • Anti-Banner.
  • Blocking of pop-up ads with Anti-Banner.
 

Maschera

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Mar 19, 2016
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Thank you for your suggestions and information. I prefer to get local backup because I don't trust cloud services. Besides, I removed the Norton plugin. After the necessary tests on the plugin, I will look at your other suggestions. Stay Safe :)
 

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