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    Security advice requested
    « on: April 03, 2008, 07:37:59 PM »
    I've just downloaded the latest version of ZoneAlarm Free Edition, which I've had for some time, and seen the info on their "Security Suite", which is not free.  I got to wondering if an all embracing system like that is better than the disparate programs I have at the moment. 

    These are:  AVG free AntiSpyware 7.5,  AVG free AntiVirus 7.5.519,  CCleaner,  Internet Window Washer,  Lavasoft AdAware,  and ZoneAlarm.

    The Window Washer seems to duplicate CCleaner, and I'm not sure what AdAware does.

    All these are updated regularly and I have had no problems - should I stick with what I've got?

    I use Firefox as my main browser, and have Windows XP SP2

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    Re: Security advice requested
    « Reply #1 on: April 03, 2008, 09:45:39 PM »
    You're perfectly fine.

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      Re: Security advice requested
      « Reply #2 on: April 05, 2008, 11:51:11 AM »
      doesnt alot of different antivirus programs and firewalls screw up your computer?
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      Re: Security advice requested
      « Reply #3 on: April 05, 2008, 11:59:03 AM »
      doesnt alot of different antivirus programs and firewalls screw up your computer?

      ONE AV program is the rule of thumb...
      Then layered protection with an ad program, a spyware program, a trojan program, a keylogger/rootkit program...topped off with a firewall and you should be good to go...
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      Re: Security advice requested
      « Reply #4 on: April 05, 2008, 12:54:57 PM »
      ONE firewall, as well.