Minor question

I bought a new computer a couple of months ago and of course you can guess what was the very first program that I installed on it! The Secondary Snaphshot that was created I have kept in its pristine state, not adding a thing, it only has Windows and FirstDefense.

I have also made Archives of the pristine Snapshot so there is no fear of losing it. I want to bring the Secondary Snapshot up-to-date will the Microsoft Windows monthly updates. I know that some of you have done this. My question: would you install an anti-virus and software firewall first (I am behind a router) before going onto the Internet to obtain those MS updates? I would be jumping straight to MS using the Windows Update button. How would you guys handle it if it were your pc, add the AV and FW first, or just go straight to MS with your pristine Snapshot?

Thank you,
Acadia

 

Hi Acadia,

I never install security software on my base snapshots.
Just go straight to the microsoft updates.

Panagiotis

 

I do same with only my laptop. I don't do these kind of things on my desktops as others in the household use them. I have an out-of-the-box snapshot for my Dell laptop that I have no security software on and have gone online with solely for MS/Win updates to bring it up to date. Outside of that, I just keep the wireless radio shut off when in that snapshot or any of its "daughters". I guess it helps my comfort level that I'm also behind a firewall router.

 

Thanks fellows.

Acadia