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  • NOD32

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    Lightbulb What Internet Security Do You Use?

    I currently use McAfee, have done for a few years now. I think its good! Has many useful functions and seems to do the job


    If 'Other' please state
    Last edited by Bounty_Bam; 07-03-2008 at 01:08 PM.

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    Re: What Internet Security Do You Use?

    Ah - the common myth that there is a single one stop technical solution to Internet security... There isn't!

    I use...

    A properly configured (I think) OS. I log on with the least privileges required to get the job done. (and for Windows users, NEVER routinely run windows as an administrator unless doing administrative tasks) I rely on the NAT facility on my router and use the firewall built into my Linux distro. I use F-prot for AV and SSH to authenticate and encrypt my remote logins to the sytem - and the most important, I use a great deal of circumspection when receiving e mails from unknown sources. Encryption of sensitive files.

    Basically what is appropriate for my risk assessment to mitigate the risk down to what I consider acceptable.

    (I will resist the temptation to say "Not using Windows" because it is a cheap shot - and properly locked down and configured, the basic Windows OS is probably no less secure than any other OS - the problem is that Windows has tended to leave security for the user to configure - which they don't) There is also the question of application security - a poorly written application, running with admin privileges, can undermine the most carefully configured system.)
    Last edited by peterb; 07-03-2008 at 01:17 PM.
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    Re: What Internet Security Do You Use?

    This poll will go downhill fast...........shall i tell you why?

    The two best ones have been missed off totally.

    Kaspersky & NOD32

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    Re: What Internet Security Do You Use?

    Quote Originally Posted by Blitzen View Post
    This poll will go downhill fast...........shall i tell you why?

    The two best ones have been missed off totally.

    Kaspersky & NOD32
    Is it possible to add to a poll once its running no?

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    Re: What Internet Security Do You Use?

    Agreed. NOD32 for me.
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    Question What Internet Security Do You Use? <update>

    I currently use McAfee, have done for a few years now. I think its good! Has many useful functions and seems to do the job! I also use smaller applications like Spyware Doctor, Registry Mechanic and Xoftspy SE

    POLL: Kasperspy - Kaspersky.. sorry

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    Re: What Internet Security Do You Use?

    kaspersky & nod32 added

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    Re: What Internet Security Do You Use? <update>

    Ah - the common myth that there is a single one stop technical solution to Internet security... There isn't!

    I use...

    A properly configured (I think) OS. I log on with the least privileges required to get the job done. (and for Windows users, NEVER routinely run windows as an administrator unless doing administrative tasks) I rely on the NAT facility on my router and use the firewall built into my Linux distro. I use F-prot for AV and SSH to authenticate and encrypt my remote logins to the sytem - and the most important, I use a great deal of circumspection when receiving e mails from unknown sources. Encryption of sensitive files.

    Basically what is appropriate for my risk assessment to mitigate the risk down to what I consider acceptable.

    (I will resist the temptation to say "Not using Windows" because it is a cheap shot - and properly locked down and configured, the basic Windows OS is probably no less secure than any other OS - the problem is that Windows has tended to leave security for the user to configure - which they don't) There is also the question of application security - a poorly written application, running with admin privileges, can undermine the most carefully configured system.)
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    Re: What Internet Security Do You Use? <update>

    As with PeterB, I use different apps to meet my needs. My AV of choice is Nod32, but use other AS and anti-rootkit scanners that are more tailored to their tasks.

    When using online banking, shopping or other financial/personal information sites, I use a 'live linux cd to cover these task (maybe a bit overkill, but to me it's worth it.)

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    Re: What Internet Security Do You Use? <update>

    I run ZoneAlarm but have other programs in the background. There mainly anti virus, anti spyware and haven't had any problems with virus or any of that junk but then again being behind a Router will help with that.

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    Re: What Internet Security Do You Use? <update>

    I always lock the door and put condoms on my typing fingers.
    The keyboard gets sticky though.

    Seriously though - "Internet Security"???
    I'd re-phrase your question / poll, so you are asking about Anti-Virus, software firewalls, hardware firewalls, anti-spyware, virus detection, how your routers are set up, how often you do scans..... etc etc etc.

    No such thing as an Internet Security program (unless you walk into PC World, i hear they do a great program called Norton that locks down your system so tight that even the user can't use it - smashing).
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    Re: What Internet Security Do You Use? <update>

    threads merged, to not lose text given. poll is new and reset to 0. everybody wins.

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    Re: What Internet Security Do You Use? <update>

    Quote Originally Posted by directhex View Post
    threads merged, to not lose text given. poll is new and reset to 0. everybody wins.
    Even malware writers?
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    Re: What Internet Security Do You Use? <update>

    I don't use "internet security" suites on any of my machines. the last one i used (panda) hosed my system

    windows firewall and avast antivirus on my pc; windows firewall, windows defender and kaspersky antivirus on the wife's pc.

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    Re: What Internet Security Do You Use? <update>

    Quote Originally Posted by MSIC View Post
    I always lock the door and put condoms on my typing fingers.
    The keyboard gets sticky though.

    Avoid keyboard problems by wearing only fresh and not used condoms on your fingers. [/public service message.]

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    Re: What Internet Security Do You Use? <update>

    Quote Originally Posted by peterb View Post
    Ah - the common myth that there is a single one stop technical solution to Internet security... There isn't!
    Yes there is, it's called Norton AV suite. What you do is nip to PCWorld, when they've got the Norton sale on cos you saw it on the telly and get one for £50. Install this. After about a week this software will really annoy you and then drive you insane after you try to uninstall it. Once this happens in 99.9% of cases the user takes a sledgehammer to their PC and voila; no more internet worries.

    Quote Originally Posted by peterb View Post
    A properly configured (I think) OS. I log on with the least privileges required to get the job done. (and for Windows users, NEVER routinely run windows as an administrator unless doing administrative tasks)
    Your absolutely right but I'm so guilty of doing this. I tend to run as Admin when building a new machine (like now) and then forget to change my logon because I'm the only one who uses the PC. I've never had an issue but there's always the first time. Infact when I get everything as i want it I'm going to do exactly that.
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