i set up my old pc to use on the internet. it is very slow but still want some protection programs on it. after installing and uninstalling i kept only two programs avira freeware and peer guardian that runs decently. Are they enough to not get a virus or spyware?
You should install a firewall to block malware intrusions in your computer from the Internet. CIS is a good one.
Update your antivirus to make sure that you are ready for detecting new threats if you come by.
BTW Peer Guardian is found to be a malware by some antiviruses such as NOD32....
as i read, i don't think it's malware but i have uninstalled it
k... now install a good firewall such as Comodo and update the database regularly. Sometimes scan the PC for viruses using Trojan Remover to check if by chance any viruses has entered...
Make sure not to use Internet Explorer. Use a browser like Opera or firefox.
A (weaker) alternative to running antivirus is to run winpatrol or prevx. These apps monitor your system and prevent infection, while taking very little resources.
Get Avast! antivirus....it works well...is very low on system resources and u can get a 1-yr license free from their website by registering. As for firewall...Comodo is of course good. Asan added security measure, if ur system (low) config permits, get Spybot Search and Destroy.
and is this a true or fake alarm?
