Avira,Comodo and what more?

Hello,

I'd like to have a free and solid security setup for my vista laptop.

I was thinking about Avira free and Comodo Firewall.

What do I need more to have a solid setup,I suppose an anti malware/spyware program?

Thanks in advance.

 

That's all you need.....

 

But i thought Avira free version is without an anti spyware/malware?

 

Nope, the new Avira free now has anti-spyware included just like Premium. You're good in that department. Comodo will do the rest.... I'd say you have a great setup already.

 

No the current version 9 now includes Anti-Spyware in the free version.

*Edit* Damn that Kerodo bloke types fast.

 

U have good security app but if u still feel to add more security apps to ur arsenal try
MalwareBytes Antimalware
Super Antispyware

 

If your using the FW/Hips combo with Avira 9, you are good to go.

Ice

 

Pretty solid setup. I wouldnt add any other scanners etc to that. However, i would suggest possibly adding sandboxIE. Now all you need is a good backup software and you're good to go

 

I have Comodo with Defense+ on Safe Mode and the Firewall on Custom, and Avira Premium with the Guard disabled and the Webguard enabled when browsing (some may say that the Webguard is useless, but since my box is clean, the Webguard is sufficient to block any new incoming threats).

The only other security apps on my box are the ones you mentioned, both used only for on-demand scanning.

So +1 for your recommendation; very good setup this is.

 

Depends upon you but it seems sufficient. Don,t install Comodo AV in this case or just disable it( not sure if one of these options is better).

If you want, you might add a Sandbox like SBIE, DW or GW.

 

rimo2008,

You are good to go! If you are looking for an additional options; SandBoxie or Shadow Defender may be the way to go.

Another minimal (but all encompassing) setup that you might want to consider is: Online Armor, Avira and SandBoxie or Shadow Defender. Personally, I think SD is easier to implement than SB. There is just something about SB that just confuses the heck out of me. Perhaps SandBoxie is just too easy to implement... or perhaps I'm just too thick.

I use OA, Avira,and Shadow Defender because "it" is simple for me, Just try SB and SD in addition to what you have to see what is most comfortable for you.

 

Hi rimo2008,

If at all possible create a limited user account for your everyday activities.

Also, see my signature for a link to the Secunia Software Inspector. You can do an online scan or download the Personal version for home users. It will help you identify vulnerable programs that need updated which will help keep you safe.

 

geswall http://www.gentlesecurity.com/ works with your antivirus & spyware and firewall small footprint on computer resources too. There is free and paid verison...

 

may U should install A squared free for antispyware ,trojan ..

 

A joke ?

The only thing A squared ever detected on my computer were tracking cookies.

 

My current updated security set:

PAID Versions:
Process Guard X5

100% Free versions:
Commodo's free firewall (av not activated) x5

Antivir 9 free x5

Spybot S&D with Teatimer at daily start up x5

Beta testing:

Deep System Explorer X5

No conflicts have ever occured and this combo has stopped, literally thousands, of attempted intrusions, malware installations, etc. before they got onto the machine.

People can diss Diamonds CS all they want but I have never had a problem with them in any way shape or form. DSE looks to be outstanding as well.

 

As others have probably mentioned... when installing Comodo, make sure you remove the check boxes for safe surf and ask...

Regards -
-Bob