Suggestion for security

[BxH013]

So I don't need a super super crazy security setup but I am exposed to malware moderately. I am running only nod32 and hitman pro alert, I was thinking about adding voodoo sheild to the setup but not sure if that's redundant? I'm trying to keep the performance hit as low as possible as its a gaming pc mostly.

 

[Rengar]

I am a gamer too so i would suggest you to:
1) Uninstall nod32 and HMPA, use Windows Defender with Windows Firewall and ZAM or
2) Uninstall nod32 and HMPA, use COMODO Firewall 10 ONLY with @cruelsister's set up ().

PS 1: im have number 1 and im planning on moving to number 2

PS 2: also dont download whatever comes to your path

PS 3: You can use Google Chrome with UblockOrigin

 

[Crypto]

Toolwiz Time Freeze is a great piece of software, it might be suitable for your needs. It simply allows you to run the instance of your desktop in a "sandbox" state and once you restart your system any changes made before will no longer be present, and that means if you were infected and you restart your computer then everything will be back to normal. You can also exclude files/programs so that changes can be made while running the software.

Here is the link: ToolWiz Time Freeze

 

[BxH013]

I am a gamer too so i would suggest you to:
1) Uninstall nod32 and HMPA, use Windows Defender with Windows Firewall and ZAM or
2) Uninstall nod32 and HMPA, use COMODO Firewall 10 ONLY with @cruelsister's set up ().

PS 1: im have number 1 and im planning on moving to number 2

PS 2: also dont download whatever comes to your path

PS 3: You can use Google Chrome with UblockOrigin

I do see where your coming from thats keeping it pretty light on resources but i do have 32gb of ram and an overclocked 6700k as well as a 960 pro NVME, so i dont need that light just dont want to add 2-3 seconds to program load times and file access and such like i know some combos will do. also its just too light on the security side but i could see that working for most gaming situations thanks for the input!

Toolwiz Time Freeze is a great piece of software, it might be suitable for your needs. It simply allows you to run the instance of your desktop in a "sandbox" state and once you restart your system any changes made before will no longer be present, and that means if you were infected and you restart your computer then everything will be back to normal. You can also exclude files/programs so that changes can be made while running the software.

Here is the link: ToolWiz Time Freeze

Thanks for the link ill definitely check that out a sandbox software would prob help out in some situations thanks for the input as well

appreciate all input and suggestions!

 

[amico81]

I'm a gamer too and eset nod32 is very lite. Used it for 2 years. Strong signatures.. Okay the HIPS is in 'auto' and 'smart' useless... But nod32 is fine with the setting 'Gamer Modus'. So save your money and keep eset

 

[tim one]

Toolwiz Time Freeze is a great piece of software, it might be suitable for your needs. It simply allows you to run the instance of your desktop in a "sandbox" state and once you restart your system any changes made before will no longer be present, and that means if you were infected and you restart your computer then everything will be back to normal. You can also exclude files/programs so that changes can be made while running the software.

Here is the link: ToolWiz Time Freeze

Shadow Defender (paid software) is potentially a more secure solution than Toolwiz Time Freeze because the protection works at HDD sector level so It can also protect the Master Boot Record (MBR).
That's useful against bootkit malware like Petya ransomware and its variants.

 

[DJ Panda]

Please fill out your config with the fields it has. That way it can be more detailed.

 

[Crypto]

Shadow Defender (paid software) is potentially a more secure solution than Toolwiz Time Freeze because the protection works at HDD sector level so It can also protect the Master Boot Record (MBR).
That's useful against bootkit malware like Petya ransomware and its variants.

You're right but I don't recommend paid software unless I really need to.

 

[tim one]

You're right but I don't recommend paid software unless I really need to.

Fully agree, I just use freeware and giveaway apps on my system.
I got Shadow Defender lifetime license thanks to a good giveaway promotion even if, let me say in this case they would be really well spent money

 

[sudo -i]

I actually think NOD32 + HMPA + VoodooShield is a fantastic combo. Personally, I was using Windows Defender + HMPA + VS and then switched to Comodo Firewall + HMPA, but I'm thinking of moving back to either Windows Defender or even NOD32. I don't see a need to switch up your setup.

 

[Zero Knowledge]

Your currents setup is good. Nod32 + HMP.Alert is strong and very light protection.

Since your a gamer I would not use Comodo Firewall or VoodooSheild. You honestly don't need to use a click heavy security app.

 

[Handsome Recluse]

Appcheck Anti-Ransomware should be easy to use and light as an additional layer.