Advanced Plus Security oldschool's laptop setup 2020

[Gandalf_The_Grey]

I've switched adblockers in Edge -> Adguard and Brave -> uBlock Origin. I really like the Windows Defender + VoodooShield combo. I can check sketchy files with WD, VS and RunBySmartscreen. The Cuckoo sandbox in VS is a nice feature as well for those special occasions.

Also testing HDCleaner since it cleans Brave thanks to @Gandalf_The_Grey. You're Da Man! We'll see how this compares to cleaning via Brave itself.

Unfortunately VoodooShield doesn't work well on my laptop. Discussed it with Dan before It has something to do with my internet connection.
So for me it is Windows Defender and Hard Configurator.
What's your opinion on HDCleaner?

 

[Moonhorse]

Did you purchase voodooshield pro or are you using the giveaway ( year(?) wich was given here in mt

 

[Gandalf_The_Grey]

Did you purchase voodooshield pro or are you using the giveaway ( year(?) wich was given here in mt

I got a giveaway license (extended to somewhere in 2020) from Dan for helping him test when he was still active on Wilders.

 

[oldschool]

What's your opinion on HDCleaner?

I could not run it from a Standard User Account. I'm not sure why. I have unintstalled it.

@Moonhorse - I actually bought a 3 year license but Dan extended it into the future.

 

[Gandalf_The_Grey]

I could not run it from a Standard User Account. I'm not sure why. I have unintstalled it.

Okay, not using SUA here. Had to whitelist the program in Hard Configurator maybe because its unknow to smartscreen, but it works (now) for me.

 

[oldschool]

Switched Edge to Developer version as default browser. Fast with low memory usage = very nice! It looks like they are serious about making the best browser. I expect it will only improve.

 

[oldschool]

Added Edge Beta + select Edge://flags enabled. I'm still trying to figure out site permissions for cookies. It seems a little buggy to me, or I don't understand exactly how it works, always a possibility for me. Waiting for clear history, etc. on exit to be added.

 

[oldschool]

Added Firewall Hardening Tool 1.0.0. Updated configuration details.

Keepin' it simple, light and fast.

 

[Nestor]

Added Firewall Hardening Tool 1.0.0. Updated configuration details.

Keepin' it simple, light and fast.

That's also my favorite, simple light and fast!

 

[oldschool]

Added Kaspersky Free AV. Thought I'd jump on the Kaspersky bandwagon and see what's what.

Also, I updated to Windows 10 v. 1903 when it was first released. I've noticed a couple of UI bugs but nothing else. I suppose I'm a M$ Beta tester?

 

[Gandalf_The_Grey]

Added Kaspersky Free AV. Thought I'd jump on the Kaspersky bandwagon and see what's what.

Also, I updated to Windows 10 v. 1903 when it was first released. I've noticed a couple of UI bugs but nothing else. I suppose I'm a M$ Beta tester?

Another volunteer MS beta tester
I had a bug showing multiple monitors attached to my laptop, solved by reinstalling the graphics driver. Hope 1903 works great for you. It's a bit faster, more responsive to me. What do you think?

After a reboot you should be on patch f now for Kaspersky. Fully compatible with win 10 version 1903.

 

[blackice]

Added Kaspersky Free AV. Thought I'd jump on the Kaspersky bandwagon and see what's what.

Also, I updated to Windows 10 v. 1903 when it was first released. I've noticed a couple of UI bugs but nothing else. I suppose I'm a M$ Beta tester?

Always gotta try something different huh? Admittedly I have been considering messing with ESET some more, or the big K after seeing what happened with our poor friend and ESET. But also like just having something that works (WD and OSA). Will practicality or curiosity win out? Definitely will be interested to hear what you think of Kaspersky.

 

[oldschool]

It's a bit faster, more responsive to me. What do you think?

I agree. I've noticed my lock screen choice, Windows Spotlight is frozen on one photo and does not alternate or take suggestions as it is supposed to. Today I found my scroll bar hidden without making changes in Settings. They are annoying, little bugs that I see.

Always gotta try something different huh? Admittedly I have been considering messing with ESET some more, or the big K after seeing what happened with our poor friend and ESET. But also like just having something that works (WD and OSA). Will practicality or curiosity win out? Definitely will be interested to hear what you think of Kaspersky.

I think MT induces subtle changes in members' brains, enticing them to change security apps and configurations - often out of curiosity. Someone once ridiculed the forum, or certain members, as Kindergarten Security. I look at it from a more joyful perspective: MT is our playground, and kids love playing in the sandbox! I think we should experiment in whatever way suits our fancy!

 

[oldschool]

Removed Kaspersky Free Antivirus due to website rendering/display bug.

Back to Windows Defender.

Updated Browser and Extensions > Windows Defender Browser Protection (Brave Beta)

 

[oldschool]

Added AVG Free Beta @ hardened mode + high sensitivity, with settings > balanced for security and performance.

AVG Free now has a number of available personal privacy settings, which may indicate they've responded to the backlash they've experienced the last few years. In any case, I've blocked AVGUI and overseer.exe in firewall. I quite enjoy this AV.

I installed this last weekend and have now joined the AVG Anti-hate Coalition started by @stefanos!

Hardened mode really works. It blocked VoodooShield!



Edit: This new version removes overseer.exe upon uninstall.

 

[blackice]

Added AVG Free Beta @ hardened mode + high sensitivity, with settings > balanced for security and performance.

AVG Free now has a number of available personal privacy settings, which may indicate they've responded to the backlash they've experienced the last few years. In any case, I've blocked AVGUI and overseer.exe in firewall. I quite enjoy this AV.

I installed this last weekend and have now joined the AVG Anti-hate Coalition started by @stefanos!

Hardened mode really works. It blocked VoodooShield!

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I have a soft spot for AVG. Can't wait to see how it goes.

 

[oldschool]

I have a soft spot for AVG.

Me too!

 

[stefanos]

Added AVG Free Beta @ hardened mode + high sensitivity, with settings > balanced for security and performance.

AVG Free now has a number of available personal privacy settings, which may indicate they've responded to the backlash they've experienced the last few years. In any case, I've blocked AVGUI and overseer.exe in firewall. I quite enjoy this AV.

I installed this last weekend and have now joined the AVG Anti-hate Coalition started by @stefanos!

Hardened mode really works. It blocked VoodooShield!

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First impressions after one week. It is very light in the system. My laptop have very fast startup. Very good web filter. I tried it with many samples new and old. The protection is very good. Much better protection from many paid protection products.

 

[amico81]

does the sh*** overseer tool still exist in the beta?

 

[oldschool]

does the sh*** overseer tool still exist in the beta?

Yes, but it is removed upon uninstall.