Registered: 02/04/01
Posts: 2071
Loc: Fruita, Colorado, USA
Thanks friends. I run Malwarebytes and then antisuperspyware and they both seem to detect different things. I always check for updates before I run them.
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Registered: 07/21/05
Posts: 5394
Loc: English Riviera, UK
It’s best not to run more than one antivirus/malware application as they interfere with each other and actually reduce protection.
In reality programs like the free Avast covers all aspects of the above programs you mention and much more, so is the only type you need.
The Windows firewall is good for most usage and only needs upgrading if you have very sensitive information on your computer.
Hope this helps
Bill
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Registered: 09/09/02
Posts: 2204
Loc: Florida, USA
I worked as a DJ at a couple radio stations in my early adult-hood. First Class Engineers came and went rather regularly. But, one thing for sure, each new engineer was ALWAYS critical of the previous engineers work and set about changing everything. When it comes to computers, I see the same thing. I'm no expert, but experience has shown me what works and what doesn't. Malwarebytes is highly recommended (I like it) but it is not without its critics. Some love Norton's security programs. I'm not a fan. But if you like it and it works for you....why not? AVG, Avast. Avira...All seem to work just fine. But as stated earlier, use only one anti-virus program. Eddie
Registered: 02/04/01
Posts: 2071
Loc: Fruita, Colorado, USA
Eddie and friends. I run Malwarebytes after updating. then I run Superantispyware and it gets rid of 4 or 5 things after Malwarebytes had just gotten rid of 4,5,6 things just a short time before. Then I run Advanced Systemcare because it scans and checks the registry, files etc. too, but it does defrag and other things that Malwarebytes or Superantispyware does not do. Then it safely shuts down for the night.
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I'm not prejudiced, I hate everybody!! Ha ha! My Sister-In-Law had this tee shirt. She was a riot!!!