Secure a computer

Hey, was just wondering, what kinda apps can i use to secure up a computer, kinda like xp-antispy.

 

Safe XP is one. So is xSetup v663. 663 was the last version I think that worked fully for free.

Sul.

 

Any other tools?

 

SpywareBlaster is another, incase you didn't know about it already.

 

I assume this would be for general purpose computing. But, if there's some specific purpose(s) that might significant narrow the scope of the risks, or a specific concern(s), your efforts to secure the computer could possibly be easier.

Good luck,

Eirik

 

Have a look a Secunia. It will show you all the apps on the system that are security risks and require updating to the latest, most secure versions.

 

Maybe you can look to "xpy" and "Security & Privacy Complete"

 

the hardening tools I use for my xp sp2.

XP antispy
Seconfig XP
BugOff
Security & Privacy Complete
SafeXP
Samurai

 

Windows Worms Doors Cleaner

And if you feel like learning about and disabling services yourself. http://www.blackviper.com/

*Warning, disabling services is not to be taken lightly. A recent image and data backup is recommend before tweaking your system.*

Edit: Here are a few older thread you might want to skim through.

https://www.wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=224340
https://www.wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=213988 For browsers
https://www.wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=211896

 

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