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 Nov 26 2007, 02:01 AM
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I was advised by a well respected local"Tech." that I should use ATF.EXE as a must in my anti malware artillery, utilities, etc.? I run the following, security programs and Utils. now, and can't imagine adding much more? AVG (AV) Counterspy Spybot S & D AdAware 2007 A2 Spyware Blaster Trojan Hunter Spyhunter Also, I do not use a internal or software Firewall, as I use a wired Linksys Router? I have not had problems, not been easily removed in the past 2 years plus, with the above regime. Plus I use several other programs to clean the hard drive, registry and defrag. Vopt 8 as a Defragger, optimizer, and registry compactor. System Mechanic by Iolo Registry Booster 2 by Uniblue Speedup My PC 3 " " Do I really need Atf.exe? And would appreciate any advice, criticism, or opinion on my practices as listed above? May be you guys have a suggestion for a must have Utility or Security Program that I should GET? Is it that critical that I do not use a firewall to monitor what I might be sending out? The Router is good enough as an External Firewall for what is coming in as it changes my Ip adress dynamically, correct? Should I really use a internal firewall like Zone Alarm too? I tried once and it gave e so many problems blocking my program use, inspite of my telling it which programs to allow? I am a novice, although I have a 4 computer Home Network, with a Cable Ethernet Wired. 3 of the 4 computers run Win XP Home and 1 uses Win XP Pro. Thank you very much for your support regarding this question on ATF as a necessity? And what you think about the other utilities? really appreciate your opinion and help! Sincerely, Miles |
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Nov 26 2007, 02:35 PM
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Hello Miles,
atf.exe is generally considered an undesireable and to be removed See Startup List CounterSpy I would add SUPERAntispyware, free home version. Update weekly and prior to a scan. Also unless it is no trouble to you, AdAware 2007 has been giving some folks trouble and remove it. -------------------- Can you spare some PC cycles to help FIND A CURE .. BC FOLDING TEAM Click me /info..
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Nov 26 2007, 09:48 PM
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QUOTE(boopme @ Nov 26 2007, 11:35 AM)  Hello Miles, atf.exe is generally considered an undesireable and to be removed See Startup List CounterSpy I would add SUPERAntispyware, free home version. Update weekly and prior to a scan. Also unless it is no trouble to you, AdAware 2007 has been giving some folks trouble and remove it. Thank you for the reply and what a great board!! SuperAntispyware looks real good and AdAware 2007 has given me some trouble, unlike its predecessor AdAware SE. I will remove it Sincerely, Miles |
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Nov 26 2007, 10:42 PM
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QUOTE I run the following, security programs and Utils. now, and can't imagine adding much more? AVG (AV) Counterspy Spybot S & D AdAware 2007 A2 Spyware Blaster Trojan Hunter Spyhunter SpyHunter is a program that was previously listed as a rogue product on the Rogue/Suspect Anti-Spyware Products List because of the company's history of employing aggressive, deceptive advertising. It has since been delisted but in my opinion it is not a very effective program compared to others with a proven track those mentioned in BC's List of Virus & Malware Resources or one of the other Trustworthy Anti-Spyware Products. Also see this Spy Hunter Review. -------------------- "THE BAD GUYS DON'T NEED A SEARCH WARRANT. ARE YOU PROTECTED?"
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Nov 27 2007, 12:17 AM
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QUOTE(quietman7 @ Nov 26 2007, 07:42 PM) QUOTE I run the following, security programs and Utils. now, and can't imagine adding much more? AVG (AV) Counterspy Spybot S & D AdAware 2007 A2 Spyware Blaster Trojan Hunter Spyhunter SpyHunter is a program that was previously listed as a rogue product on the Rogue/Suspect Anti-Spyware Products List because of the company's history of employing aggressive, deceptive advertising. It has since been delisted but in my opinion it is not a very effective program compared to others with a proven track those mentioned in BC's List of Virus & Malware Resources or one of the other Trustworthy Anti-Spyware Products. Also see this Spy Hunter Review. quietman7, Thank you and that's it for Spy Hunter. It really stinks! Miles |
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Nov 27 2007, 07:24 AM
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Bleepin' Janitor Group: Global Moderator Posts: 14,074 Joined: 9-July 05 From: Virginia, USA Member No.: 26,513 |
Your welcome.
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