Question for Computer security experts

[Matt]

What do you mean by "bomb proof"? The suggestions you've got so far aren't bad. A normal "user" account that doesn't have administrative priveledges; set your windows update to automatic so you get patches; get and install an anti-virus program (AVG is great, but set it for daily updates, and I second the brickbat for Norton); get and install a hardware firewall (NetGear is my current fav); install an anti-spyware utility (I don't like MS' product, they've been slow to denounce bad behaviour from "partner" organizations); turn off windows file sharing; uninstall any Peer-to-Peer apps like kazaa or limewire; use a mail program other than outlook express (preferably one that doesn't render active content) ...

With those precautions, you're mostly "bomb proof". If you're adventurous, have a look at Windows "onecare" -- a peek at the next-gen MS service.

For more protection, consider unplugging from the net, or installing a linux OS, or go to greater lengths (like hiring someone) to harden your Windows OS.

[blood_hound]

Originally Posted by bluetang

In you opinion, what are the must have products to properly arm your computer against hackers, viruses, adware ect....

I've got a problem child computer, that I want to bomb proof.

I say there is no real way to make your computer "bomb proof" as long as your connected to the "net" especially from hackers. If there's any reason for a hacker to hack your pc he can even if you spent alot of money on equipment and software. Even those big company that spent millions of dollar for securing their system has been hack.


But I got one simple solution for hackers, virus and adware "turn off the net' lol jk.

but yeah a good anti-virus and a hardware firewall will give you a bit of comfort.

peace out