- Nov 1, 2016
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My primary laptop for surfing and coding
Thenightmare's laptop configuration 2021
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- Feb 25, 2017
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As you are using Microsoft Defender you don't need to use the hardening tools like Simple Windows Hardening and FirewallHardening seperately, just take Hard_Configurator which has all those tools included. You also might want to set UAC to always notify to prevent some UAC bypass methods.
No network firewall at all? Most routers come with a firewall built in. Last but not least you might want to use the oisd blocklist in NextDNS, it can basically replace all the blocklists that you have enabled.
No network firewall at all? Most routers come with a firewall built in. Last but not least you might want to use the oisd blocklist in NextDNS, it can basically replace all the blocklists that you have enabled.
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- Apr 24, 2016
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Good config
I would set UAC to always notify to prevent bypasses.
Example:
www.bleepingcomputer.com
Are clearurls and cookie auto delete really needed?
Every browser can delete cookies on exit.
If you don't use the advanced features of uBlock Origin the AdGuard extension is a good replacement with its stealth mode for clearurls and cookie deleting.
adguard.com
I would set UAC to always notify to prevent bypasses.
Example:
Bypassing Windows 10 UAC with mock folders and DLL hijacking
A new technique uses a simplified process of DLL hijacking and mock directories to bypass Windows 10's UAC security feature and run elevated commands without alerting a user.
Are clearurls and cookie auto delete really needed?
Every browser can delete cookies on exit.
If you don't use the advanced features of uBlock Origin the AdGuard extension is a good replacement with its stealth mode for clearurls and cookie deleting.
In-depth features review: AdGuard Browser extension
One of the most popular AdGuard products is a free browser extension. If you want to protect yourself online and fight ads and trackers in your browser, then AdGuard browser extension is exactly what you need. In this article we’ll reveal to you all its features and useful options.
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Nice setup so far.
For NextDNS configuration please take a look at Tutorial - NextDNS: a DoH/ DoT guide
Also, instead of password for Windows, you can increase your security with Windows Hello:
read why a PIN is more secure than password (thanks and only related to Windows Hello):
For NextDNS configuration please take a look at Tutorial - NextDNS: a DoH/ DoT guide
Also, instead of password for Windows, you can increase your security with Windows Hello:
Windows Hello for Business overview - Windows Security
Learn how Windows Hello for Business replaces passwords with strong two-factor authentication on Windows devices.
docs.microsoft.com
read why a PIN is more secure than password (thanks and only related to Windows Hello):
Windows Hello for Business overview - Windows Security
Learn how Windows Hello for Business replaces passwords with strong two-factor authentication on Windows devices.
docs.microsoft.com
- Nov 1, 2016
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I use 3 of them instead of Hard_configurator, because both 3 are portables and I intend to use recommended setting. Andy_ful mentioned that the different in recommended setting is only forced smart screen. This one caused problem to me such as I used foxit reader and it's blocked and also yoga dns that use for connecting to NextDNS.
- Apr 28, 2015
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Also, You may add some Periodic Scanners: EmsiSoft EK, HitMan. Pro Free...
Thanks for sharing
Thanks for sharing
- Nov 1, 2016
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Are they any free periodic scanners that you recommend?
- Feb 25, 2017
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The ones he mentioned are 2 of the best out there. Maybe you also want to try AdwCleaner for adware removal.
- Nov 1, 2016
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Thank a lot, Is hitman free? I can't find free version from it's website.
- Feb 25, 2017
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It's not really free. You can use the trial version and after that one expires, you can still scan but not remove detected malware. You will have to remove it manually.
Norton Power Eraser and RogueKiller are free.
- Apr 24, 2016
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Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool is another.
- Jul 21, 2017
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- Jan 8, 2011
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FYI: You don't need to use all of the recommended tools, some are not even worthwhile your time or PC resources. About 2 is more than enough, but others may disagree and use 14 tools.
Definitely not me
- Apr 1, 2019
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I use 15...Definitely not me
- Apr 1, 2019
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Just kidding, I almost never even use the 2 second opinion scanners I have installed. More time scanning means less time computing.I use 15...
- Apr 1, 2019
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Back on topic, though. I think ESET Online Scanner and Emsisoft Emergency Kit are great tools, though recently I had issues with Defender detecting Emsisoft's signatures as threats. So for now I'd recommend Malwarebytes and ESET.
ESET is very accurate in their detections and is therefore safe to use. For advanced users, ESET usually names threats right, so you may do a search and perform additional actions, such as changing passwords, etc. ESET also removes ransomware notes (something I like a lot).
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