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kittenmuellerThu Mar-22-18 05:04 PM
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I have always followed the advice here since 2000, so... Any new programs ( free) out there for malware, etc. I use Windows defender, CCleanerslim, Malwarebytes and Super antispyware. I use iobit smart defrag and iobit uninstaller. These are the ONLY thins I use. Always looking for latest advice. Thanks

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GreyFalconThu Mar-22-18 05:42 PM
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#1. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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Thu Mar-22-18 05:43 PM by GreyFalcon

          

Windows defender is pretty good and I have used it on several computers with very little getting through. My preference is ESET, I have never had a problem with anything while using it except updating ESET several times because my Start 10 would not let it create a start menu file. They have a program to disable Start 10 for those installations.

  

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GreyFalconThu Mar-22-18 05:47 PM
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#2. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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Thu Mar-22-18 05:47 PM by GreyFalcon

          

I don't let anything Iobit run on any computer I deal with. I'm currently re-investigating Antispyware, but Windows defender has a component for that, that works with other Antivirus programs I believe.

  

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KJTThu Mar-22-18 07:34 PM
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#3. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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I use Windows Defender, Superantispyware, and malwarebytes and haven't has any problems. They don't catch much - a tracking cookie and once in while, a "PUP" - a "potentially unwanted program".

Have you had problems, or are you just concerned that you might?

I'm sure you know that regular backups are wise no matter which, or how many, "ANTI"-programs you use in case something gets through. It's generally much easier to simply load a backup than to remove a truly nasty program. There are many decent full system or partition backup programs available such as Aomei Backupper or Easus Todo.

A different small program that might be of interest to you is "Restore Point Creator" available free from https://www.toms-world.org/blog/restore_point_creator/

It can be set to make automatic, or manual, system restore point backups. It also allows you to control the number of system restore points and if you need to use it, it allows selection of a specific restore point of your choosing.

I use it to fill in the gaps between monthly full system backups. I make sure to create a new restore point before monthly MS "patch Tuesdays" and other major software changes or removals.


Jim.

  

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kittenmuellerThu Mar-22-18 07:56 PM
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#4. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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I have actually had no problems at all. I just like to keep up to date on things. I maintain my pcs very well, and have taught myself to fix, repair, you name it for the most part. Got my first SSD pc recently and love it. So Just basically keeping up on things.

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KJTThu Mar-22-18 08:00 PM
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#5. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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I maintain my pcs very well, and have taught myself to fix, repair, you name it for the most part.


I know that. I've read all your posts over the years.

Jim.

  

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kittenmuellerThu Mar-22-18 08:13 PM
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:) been many years! I am a loyal reader.

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#7. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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I believe Malwarebytes running real time (paid) is your best bet, along with an AV.

  

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kittenmuellerThu Mar-22-18 10:32 PM
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#8. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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Ok thanks!

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#9. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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ok, So put on an Av ( avast??) , malwarebytes paid- uninstall ccleaner, superantispyware? I know you dont recommend Any iobit. Is there an uninstaller you do recommend and a good defrag? Or use the windows defrag. I dont want to have things i do not need on my new pc, but want to make sure it is safe. Thanks, Kitten

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GreyFalconFri Mar-23-18 12:16 AM
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#10. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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Windows 10 keeps ssd's optimized, you don't need anything else.











  

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kittenmuellerFri Mar-23-18 12:34 AM
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#11. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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ok, thanks

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Paul DFri Mar-23-18 09:02 PM
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#14. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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Why uninstall Ccleaner? It has many uses. But always think about what you use it to clean.

Geek Uninstaller is efficient if rudimentary. Revo is still good.

In Windows 10, defrag is an ongoing process. Don't worry about it.

IMHO MalwareBytes paid plus Windows Defender is all the AV you need.




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kittenmuellerFri Mar-23-18 09:04 PM
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#15. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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Thanks

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GreyFalconSat Mar-24-18 12:31 AM
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#22. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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I have had good luck with the Revo uninstaller pro. Avast?-no you do not need that it would turn off Windows Defender. SAS and Defender should be all you need. I listened to Paul and gave SAS another try.

  

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Paul DFri Mar-23-18 08:57 PM
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#12. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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MalwareBytes (paid) IS an AV. It's the only real time security program I run now.

Two catches: -

It's now annual subscription (I got in just before that change.

Windows Defender doesn't recognise it as an AV, so it turns itself on. But that hasn't caused me any problems. The two coexist quite happily.




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kittenmuellerFri Mar-23-18 08:59 PM
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#13. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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Really? They co exist nicely? So that's all you use?? No cleaner, superantispyware, nothibg??

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Paul DFri Mar-23-18 09:06 PM
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#16. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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I still use SAS free. It does a great job with tracking cookies. I run a scheduled scan once a week.

I would never be without CCleaner, which I don't think of as security - more as a Swiss Army Knife.




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kittenmuellerFri Mar-23-18 09:08 PM
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#17. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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Ok thanks for all the feedback.

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Paul DFri Mar-23-18 09:10 PM
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One more thing - I NEVER touch my registry - with anything.



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kittenmuellerFri Mar-23-18 09:13 PM
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#19. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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Right, I know that!

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lenjackSat Mar-24-18 12:27 AM
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#21. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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Is malwarebytes REALLY an AV?

  

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#20. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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MalwareBytes (paid) IS an AV

You probably know I have a pretty good memory so it will come as no surprise when I quote you contradicting yourself:

Quote:
Malwarebytes is not an anti-virus.

https://www.pcqanda.com/dc/dcboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=2&topic_id=552366&mesg_id=552366&listing_type=search Reply number 3.

It's good to see you've come around to my way of thinking about just what exactly Malwarebytes is.

Jim.

  

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#23. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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Quote:
QUOTE:
MalwareBytes (paid) IS an AV

You probably know I have a pretty good memory so it will come as no surprise when I quote you contradicting yourself:

Quote:
Malwarebytes is not an anti-virus.

https://www.pcqanda.com/dc/dcboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=2&topic_id=552366&mesg_id=552366&listing_type=search Reply number 3.

It's good to see you've come around to my way of thinking about just what exactly Malwarebytes is.

Jim.


That post is both simplistic and misleading.

My recent post is just that (recent) and refers to the paid version of the current program (version 3).

The other quote is five years old and refers to version 1.

You're comparing apples with elephants.

https://www.malwarebytes.com/premium/

Quote:
Malwarebytes for Windows is a next-generation antivirus replacement. The first of its kind for home users, Malwarebytes for Windows employs four independent technology modules—anti-malware, anti-ransomware, anti-exploit, and malicious website protection—to block and remove both known and unknown threats.






Paul D

  

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#24. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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To quote you from 5 years back

Quote:
I'm not going to continue this pointless argument. I know who's right and who's wrong.
And it isn't you.

  

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kittenmuellerSat Mar-24-18 07:47 PM
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#25. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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Now, Kids, dont bicker,lol

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#26. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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What's the verdict? Is Malwarebytes, paid, an AV?

  

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#27. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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Sun Mar-25-18 04:07 AM by KJT

  

          

They claimed it was at least 5 years ago and they claim it now. I agree with them: It's an AV.

BUT, I wouldn't run it by itself. To me it's an adjunct to Windows Defender, I wouldn't want to be without both of them.

Jim.

  

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#28. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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I run it with Avast.

  

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#29. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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Ok, I think i am good, guys, thanks

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Brian SmithFri Apr-13-18 06:36 AM
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#30. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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hey i am Brian Smith and my pc is working very well with AV, window Defender


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Brian SmithFri Apr-13-18 06:43 AM
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#31. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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Hey i am Brian Smith and my pc is working very well with AV


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#32. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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MY pc is also working very well with AV

  

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#33. "RE: Best AV, malware detectors, etc "
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MY pc is not working properly because of malware and some problems

  

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#34. "FYI: Toms no longer supports Restore point"
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he sadly has given up on yhe program and says it is just too unreliable. he recommends the free version of Macrium Reflect





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DELL DIM 3000 Intel P4 2.25 GHZ
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