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  Mar 21 2008, 09:11 AM
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Therefore, I downloaded the free edition of avast! anti-virus and the free edition of Zonealarm firewall. Do these free programs give adequate protection? *edited to add* I also have spybot search & destroy and ad-aware This post has been edited by lilachamster: Mar 21 2008, 09:13 AM -------------------- I used to think I was indecisive.... but now I'm not too sure
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Mar 21 2008, 10:41 AM
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 Forum Addict Group: Global Moderator Posts: 19,887 Joined: 11-April 04 From: Chicago, Il. Member No.: 113 |
Yes.
The difference between paid and free versions is generally that the former have more "bells and whistles" and does not degrade essential protection. Many of us have used freebies for years without malware problems, so you should not be overly concerned, especially if you are a careful internet surfer and downloader. Regards, John -------------------- Whereof one cannot speak, thereof one should be silent.
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Mar 21 2008, 10:41 PM
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 Distinguished Member Group: Members Posts: 779 Joined: 25-October 07 From: Sydney, NSW Member No.: 165,216 |
You are indeed protected. I use the same protection on my system and haven't had an infection in a long time.
Although, Im changing my firewall to Comodo. Might I suggest adding a few anti spyware apps if you haven't already? Check out the Freeware Replacements For Common Comercial Apps topic for some good programs -------------------- I'D RATHER LIVE THAN LIVE FOREVER! |
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Mar 21 2008, 11:19 PM
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 Forum Member  Group: Banned Posts: 1,614 Joined: 20-September 07 Member No.: 157,913 |
It would be wise to follow Teenage.Zombie's advice. I recommend SpywareTerminator, SpywareBlaster and SUPERAntiSpyware.
Regards, David. |
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Mar 21 2008, 11:43 PM
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Distinguished Member Group: Members Posts: 779 Joined: 25-October 07 From: Sydney, NSW Member No.: 165,216 |
Yeah they're good recommendations. They will not cause any conflict with Avast or ZA either.
Thanks david for backing me up 
-------------------- I'D RATHER LIVE THAN LIVE FOREVER! |
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Mar 22 2008, 12:09 AM
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Forum Member Group: Banned Posts: 1,614 Joined: 20-September 07 Member No.: 157,913 |
No they don't cause conflict. I have been using them for a long time and have never had any conflict problems.
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Mar 22 2008, 02:54 AM
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I also reccomend Comodo Firewall Pro 3 & SUPERAntispyware 4.
Wow! Have you seen Comodo's new beta? See HERE Josh. This post has been edited by Josho: Mar 22 2008, 02:55 AM -------------------- Chess, Outdoor Sport, Games & Computers.
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 Mar 22 2008, 03:10 AM
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Distinguished Member Group: Members Posts: 779 Joined: 25-October 07 From: Sydney, NSW Member No.: 165,216 |
QUOTE(Josho @ Mar 22 2008, 06:54 PM)  I also reccomend Comodo Firewall Pro 3 & SUPERAntispyware 4. Wow! Have you seen Comodo's new beta? See HERE Josh. While Comodo is a terrific firewall lilachamster already has a firewall program (ZoneAlarm) and it is a security risk to have two firewalls running at one time. -------------------- I'D RATHER LIVE THAN LIVE FOREVER! |
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Mar 22 2008, 03:23 AM
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Forum Member Group: Banned Posts: 1,614 Joined: 20-September 07 Member No.: 157,913 |
Yes what Teenage.Zombie said is right.
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Mar 22 2008, 04:31 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 60 Joined: 10-December 06 From: Sydney Member No.: 100,551 |
QUOTE(david28 @ Mar 22 2008, 07:23 PM) Yes what Teenage.Zombie said is right. Yes, I know! lol Only an suggestion
-------------------- Chess, Outdoor Sport, Games & Computers.
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Mar 22 2008, 07:42 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 31 Joined: 7-January 06 From: Warwickshire, UK Member No.: 49,431 |
QUOTE(jgweed @ Mar 21 2008, 03:41 PM) so you should not be overly concerned, especially if you are a careful internet surfer and downloader. I am careful, but as for my 14 year old daughter  .....-------------------- I used to think I was indecisive.... but now I'm not too sure
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Mar 22 2008, 07:52 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 31 Joined: 7-January 06 From: Warwickshire, UK Member No.: 49,431 |
Teenage.Zombiee, david28 and Josho... Thanks for the recommendations.
Is it ok to have a few anti-spyware programs on my pc, or might they conflict with each other? I already have Spybot S & D and Ad-Aware. -------------------- I used to think I was indecisive.... but now I'm not too sure
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Mar 22 2008, 09:32 PM
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 To INSANITY and BEYOND !! Group: Moderator Posts: 8,191 Joined: 10-September 04 From: NJ USA Member No.: 2,608 |
I run 1 A/v,1 software firewall and 3 antispyware apps. No problem
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Mar 23 2008, 12:03 AM
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QUOTE(lilachamster @ Mar 23 2008, 11:52 AM) Teenage.Zombiee, david28 and Josho... Thanks for the recommendations. Is it ok to have a few anti-spyware programs on my pc, or might they conflict with each other? I already have Spybot S & D and Ad-Aware. Its definatly okay On my system I have Sybot S&D, Super Anti Spyware, Comodo BO Clean, Spyware Guard, Spyware Blaster, AVG Anti Spywaren and I still want more
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Mar 23 2008, 05:15 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 31 Joined: 7-January 06 From: Warwickshire, UK Member No.: 49,431 |
QUOTE(boopme @ Mar 23 2008, 02:32 AM) I run 1 A/v,1 software firewall and 3 antispyware apps. No problem QUOTE(Teenage.Zombiee @ Mar 23 2008, 05:03 AM) Its definatly okay On my system I have Sybot S&D, Super Anti Spyware, Comodo BO Clean, Spyware Guard, Spyware Blaster, AVG Anti Spywaren and I still want more In that case, I will download a couple more anti-spyware programs. Thanks boopme and Teenage.Zombiee
-------------------- I used to think I was indecisive.... but now I'm not too sure
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