halo Posted August 4, 2008 Share Posted August 4, 2008 What do you think about this free protection for my pcAvira free+spyware Blaster(because go real-time protection)+SUPERAntispyware(free) or Malwarebytes Anti-malware(free)+Online Armor(free)Im using firefox 3.0can someone tell me what is THREAT FIRE ???? do i need this software???THX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Lite Posted August 4, 2008 Administrator Share Posted August 4, 2008 This is a good setup. It covers most of a major bases.If you are a high risk user, it might be an idea to add a HIPS system like ThreatFire, others like GesWall and Dynamic Security Agent could also be added (both free). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halo Posted August 5, 2008 Author Share Posted August 5, 2008 which is better GesWall or Dynamic Security Agent???i read that Geswall is a firewallAvira free+spyware Blaster(because go real-time protection)+SUPERAntispyware(free) or Malwarebytes Anti-malware(free)+Online Armor(free)+Dynamic Security Agent??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KilJaden Posted August 5, 2008 Share Posted August 5, 2008 I would go with PCTools ThreatFire Anti-Virus as your hips because is more user freindly along with Online Armor FREE but if you want a top notch firewall and HIPS in the same package go with Comodo.But Comodo isn't that user freindly when you want to get the best out of him so it's your choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rKAnjEL Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 AntiVirus: Avira AntiVir is the best choice, Avast! comes in second.AntiSpyware: SUPERAntiSpyware is a decent choice but doesn't offer resident protection, Windows Defender isn't half bad either.FireWall: Online Armour is your best, it's excellent and easy-to-use, Comodo can be confusing at times.HIPS: Personally, I find HIPS un-necessary not to mention to annoying, but I guess that's up to you.I hope that helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halo Posted August 7, 2008 Author Share Posted August 7, 2008 THANKS to all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zen Posted August 10, 2008 Share Posted August 10, 2008 If you uses Online Armor Free or Comodo Firewall Pro you are using HIPS (if not disabled by you before), another HIPS/BEHAVIOR prog running with one of this two can cause several problems, damages or mistakes on your system!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Lite Posted August 10, 2008 Administrator Share Posted August 10, 2008 Many users use two types of HIPs systems with no problems.Two AVs/ Firewalls is another story :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zen Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Many users use two types of HIPs systems with no problems.Two AVs/ Firewalls is another story :hi: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talakitok Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 AntiVirus: Avira AntiVir is the best choice, Avast! comes in second.Why is it the best choice??...may i know some of its advantages to Avast??.... :rofl: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Lite Posted August 13, 2008 Administrator Share Posted August 13, 2008 Many users use two types of HIPs systems with no problems.Two AVs/ Firewalls is another story ;)Yes, can be, I agree, but.... they are double filtering system calls. Do you think this is right? I'm thinking NOT. It's better choose a HIPS thats cover all you want and avoid double filtering.But if this is not possible, then I agree.Essentially a HIPS can be a driver that provides a filter layer throught System and user software, and starts his own services. Multiple HIPS can be suitable, but not for the same thing. If you are using two HIPS for the same, securelly one of two or both not work well. I've experienced this many times on the past: redundant alert windows, chooses are not saved for next boot, and more cpu time spent every boot. Sometimes seems Comodo HIPS, he, he, he! ;)This is partially true. For example you can run an AV and AS software together - both will have system level drivers however cause no issues, because they all run at different levels. AV software usually (not always) run at the same level.Certain HIPs will cause issues with some others - however generally they won't. They may be alot of overlap however (as you stated above).:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zen Posted August 15, 2008 Share Posted August 15, 2008 Many users use two types of HIPs systems with no problems.Two AVs/ Firewalls is another story ;)Yes, can be, I agree, but.... they are double filtering system calls. Do you think this is right? I'm thinking NOT. It's better choose a HIPS thats cover all you want and avoid double filtering.But if this is not possible, then I agree.Essentially a HIPS can be a driver that provides a filter layer throught System and user software, and starts his own services. Multiple HIPS can be suitable, but not for the same thing. If you are using two HIPS for the same, securelly one of two or both not work well. I've experienced this many times on the past: redundant alert windows, chooses are not saved for next boot, and more cpu time spent every boot. Sometimes seems Comodo HIPS, he, he, he! ;)This is partially true. For example you can run an AV and AS software together - both will have system level drivers however cause no issues, because they all run at different levels. AV software usually (not always) run at the same level.Certain HIPs will cause issues with some others - however generally they won't. They may be alot of overlap however (as you stated above).:)OK, I agree with this. Thanks for the responses! :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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