Rogerius' 2016 Laptop Config

[Rogerius]

Manufacturer: DELL
Model: Inspiron 15 3543

Display: 15.6" | 1366x768 @ 60 Hz
CPU: Intel Core i7-5500U (2.4 Ghz - 3.0 Ghz TURBO, 4 MB Cache)
GPU: Intel HD Graphics 5500 + nVidia GT 840M (2 GB dedicated VRAM)
RAM: 8 GB DDR3L (Single-Channel)
HDD: 1 TB HGST HTS721010A9E630 + 500 GB ST500LT012-1DG1420
WIFI: Dell Wireless 1705 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz) (1x1)

Usage: Everyday usage + software developing + little gaming

 

[kev216]

Good configuration! Light and simple, but effective. My only recommendation would be to replace Adblock plus with Adguard or µblock, since Adblock plus doesn't block everything anymore and the other ones are lighter. Also it's worth to consider to add the free version of Malwarebytes, but its of course just a recommendation. Stay safe!

 

[Exterminator]

Looks good but I would recommend considering a system back up solution also.
Consider one or two additional on demand scanners.
Thanks for sharing your config

 

[illumination]

Nice simple "functional" configuration! Agree with @exterminator20 on the system back up.

 

[Rishi]

Simple and strong config,nothing to add except maybe some on demand scanners and a secure password manager(if you are memorizing them ignore this suggestion ) for better management and security.
A backup solution is a must in the form of a clean system image updated regularly, if anything untoward happens you can always restore your system.Windows default backup or a third party backup solution (AOMEI Backupper,Macrium Reflect Free) can do that easily.

Thanks for sharing!

 

[jamescv7]

Consider to use a system backup like others mentied, either a third party program or built in windows system image backup will do. Meanwhile you may go to Adguard extension or Ublock origin as alternative to adblock plus due to effectiveness.

 

[safe1st]

• ESET Smart Security 9

• Zemana Anti-Malware Free

Good config and simple

 

[Deleted member 178]

Use a System backup soft and you are good.

 

[Rogerius]

Thanks for the suggestions.
I'm trying to use KeePass as a password manager, but I always lose my key database. I'm trying to improve that.
As regards of adblock: I switched it to µblock Origin, and installed MBAM Free too.
About backup: mostly I manually backing up my important files. I don't have that much personal files, which is needed to back up. But maybe I'll try out one of the mentioned free solutions.

 

[Rogerius]

Oh, by the way:
Could you guys recommend some advanced settings/tunings in ESET? I use it on default settings, and I heard it's performing the best if some tweaking was made.

 

[Rishi]

Default settings is the best if you don't want alerts popping up.Main things to tweak in Eset SS are :

• Firewall
• HIPS

Eset firewall is either set to automatic mode, or you can use it in interactive mode allowing you to create temporary/per-need-basis/permanent rules regarding inbound/outbound connections.You can also edit custom rules in the settings.

HIPS - Eset HIPS comes in 5 modes : Default mode/ Smart Mode/Interactive Mode/Policy based mode and Learning mode.
Default mode comes with it's own presets and you will only be notified if they are violated.
Smart Mode -You will be notified if anything violates an extended set of predefined rules again.
Interactive mode- Recommended only for advanced users, it will prompt you on what action to take for every event.You can again create rules as per your needs.
Policy Based mode: You would need to set rules manually. Only for advanced users.
Learning Mode : you can set this option if you want Eset to learn about your system and operations and after 2 weeks you will be prompted to make the recorded rules permanent.

Out of these I would strongly suggest you to try Smart mode for less trouble or Learning Mode if you are really interested in customization.You can also search the forum for still useable guides.

Here is the relevant Eset knowledgebase article :Host-based Intrusion Prevention System (HIPS)—Advanced setup (9.x)—ESET Knowledgebase

I am afraid custom HIPS settings cannot be shared as they are system specific.