Safe to run Nod32 without firewall or anything else?

[LaGzo]

I use Nod32 and nothing else, is this ok?

[Tommy]

Originally Posted by LaGzo

I use Nod32 and nothing else, is this ok?

IMHO it is a good starting point. But i suggest beside NOD32 a Firewall, AntiTrojan, Adaware/Spyware detector would be better. There are several programs of each kind out there. I am using:

Nod32 - AntiVirus
Jetico Firewall (nothing for beginner without a basic knowledge of connection, ports, protocols, etc.)
A-squared freeware (Trojan and Spyware/Adware dector) I use it one time a week - On demand scan
Ad-Aware (Trojan and Spyware/Adware dector) - I use the realtime shield

Have a look around in the forum, you will fast find the program you like which fits your needs, and don't hesitate to ask. The people here are more than willing to help.

[Blackspear]

Originally Posted by LaGzo

I use Nod32 and nothing else, is this ok?

No at the very minimum you would need a NAT Firewall, or Windows XP Firewall.

There are several setups to be found within the link of my signature.

Cheers

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@LaGzo
Nod is good antivirus but you need at least firewall to be safe.

[YeOldeStonecat]

I don't like my or clients PC not being behind a router...always prefer to be behind NAT.

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[LaGzo]

Thank you so much for the help. What firewall would you recommend? I'd really prefer something that doesn't take up to much CPU usage, like Nod32, something that I can hardly even tell it's running? Unless something like that isn't good, I'd prefer something with more security. Thanks in advanced!

[smith2006]

Originally Posted by LaGzo

Thank you so much for the help. What firewall would you recommend? I'd really prefer something that doesn't take up to much CPU usage, like Nod32, something that I can hardly even tell it's running? Unless something like that isn't good, I'd prefer something with more security. Thanks in advanced!

I am using the combo of Outpost Firewall Pro & NOD32, and I haven't run into any issue yet.

[Tommy]

Jetico uses on my PC arround 4.5 MB memory.
But, as i told before, not for beginners; jet it is worth to get knowldege in order to use this powerfull and most flexible FW, not to mention that it is freeware.

[LaGzo]

Hmm, I'll give those a try. Thanks, much appreciated!

[YeOldeStonecat]

Originally Posted by LaGzo

I'd really prefer something that doesn't take up to much CPU usage, like Nod32, something that I can hardly even tell it's running?

Routers don't take up any CPU on the PC..they have their own.

[smith2006]

Originally Posted by YeOldeStonecat

Routers don't take up any CPU on the PC..they have their own.

Firewall (NAT or SPI) in router only monitor inbound traffic, It views all outgoing traffic from the computer as safe. That's the reason one should also use a software firewall, even if there is already a router.

I am using router as first line of defense and software firewall as the second line of defense.

[Blackspear]

Hi Cacherlady, as your post is in relation to an infection, I have split it off into it's own thread HERE.

Cheers

[YeOldeStonecat]

Originally Posted by smith2006

Firewall (NAT or SPI) in router only monitor inbound traffic, It views all outgoing traffic from the computer as safe.

That is somewhat correct..yes... However..depending on what router you have..not "all outgoing"...as we don't know what router we're talking about, or what SPI features we have.

The decision on if you want full "bi-directional" is up to the end user. For me..all I'm concerned about, for myself, and for most of my clients, is keeping the unknown (the wild side) from coming in.

For some people though, particularly those who tread in dangerous waters and run risky software (ex...P2P software)..they are high risk..and one might benefit them. Careful users though, who lock down their computers properly, and are careful about web habits..IMO don't need one. It's an endless debate though...a horse well beaten over and over.