Organize security

[marsky]

I have one AVG antivirus program installed. No secret how much high risk to infect computer with different malwares, spywares, rootkits.
What security software can I launch simultaniously with antivirus to high defence level ?
Please I am seeking for somewhat standart or an approach.

[Allan]

My suggestions:

Keep the AV always resident and supplement it with occasional scans with MalwareBytes and / or Super AntiSpyware. Also install SpywareBlaster and update it weekly. More important than anything, however, is smart computing. Don't visit or download anything from questionable websites, don't open email attachments unless you are 100% certain you know what they are, don't click on links in emails unless you are certain you know what they are, etc.

[SuperDave]

And, most important of all, a good third-party firewall.

Firewalls protect against hackers and malicious intruders. You need to download a free firewall from one of these reliable vendors.

Remember only install ONE firewall

1) Comodo Personal Firewall (Uncheck during installation "Install Comodo SafeSurf..", Make Comodo my default search provider" and "Make Comodo Search my homepage" and uncheck any HopSurf and/or Ask.com options if you choose this one)
2) Online Armor
3) Agnitum Outpost
4) PC Tools Firewall Plus

If you are using the built-in Windows XP firewall, it is not recommended as it does not block outgoing connections. This means that any malware on your computer is free to "phone home" for more instructions. Simply put, Windows XP contains a mediocre firewall. This firewall is NO replacement for a dedicated software solution. Remember to use only one firewall at the same time.