??? Web-Protection ???

[Eric1611]

While downloading somthing else Mc-Afee got installed on my computer.I just ran 1 scan with it and it says I have no internet protection,what do they mean with that ? I do have Avast.(I don`t run the 2 at the same time,I was curious and thought;Let`s see if it "can spot something Avast has missed).As I see it Avast is I-Net protection.Or do they mean there is no childrens lock installed ?
And what exactly is a firewall ? I do run SpywareBlaster.
Is Avast+SpywareBlaster enough ? If not what else must I install ?


                    All the best,greetings : Eric..................

[ale52]

Remember...Google is your friend. 

"While downloading somthing else Mc-Afee got installed on my computer."  McAfee doesn't just "download" itself.  It's not free so it's gonna cost.  You don't say what you were downloading, your ISP or if you've run any scans.  More info would be nice.

Alan <>< 

[Eric1611]

I do not know exactly but it was one of these get a "free" scan actions.I did not look what I was doing and it got installed.I don`t even know what a ISP is,sorry...
I just know when I downloaded something I did not "uncheck" one of the boxes(The ones that normally install a toolbar or so),and there is McAfee scan plus on my screen...But that is not the problem,it says I do not have I-Net security while I do run A-Vast and SpywareBlaster.I want to un-install Mc-A but why is it telling me I have no webprotection while I do run Avast and SpywareBlaster...
To keep it easy:Is A-Vast and spywareBlaster enough for my computer or must I install anything else.And (if you know):what is the difference between a fire-wall and a anti-virus program ?

              Thank you for the quick reply:Eric..................

[evilfantasy]

You probably installed the McAfee Security Scan while updating or installing something. Just go to Add or Remove Programs and uninstall McAfee Security Scan.

I suggest using WOT - Web of Trust. WOT is a free Internet security addon for your browser. It will keep you safe from online scams, identity theft, spyware, spam, viruses and unreliable shopping sites. WOT warns you before you interact with a risky website. It's easy and it's free.

Protect yourself against spyware using the Immunize feature in Spybot - Search & Destroy. Guide: Use Spybot's Immunize Feature to prevent spyware infection in real-time. Note: To ensure you have the latest Immunizations always update Spybot - Search & Destroy before Immunizing. Spybot - Search & Destroy FAQ

Check out Keeping Yourself Safe On The Web for tips and free tools to help keep you safe in the future.

Also see Slow Computer? It May Not Be Malware for free cleaning/maintenance tools to help keep your computer running smooth.

[Eric1611]

Thank you VERY much.W.O.T.,I have allready installed(Thanks for the tip).And I am busy with the rest.I was one of those guys that was a freak in cleaning and ran much to much cleaning-programs.Now I know what I really need I`ll keep it at that.
If I encounter any problems with the other programs I`ll let you know.But I think all is all right now !!!

           Thanks a million : Eric............

PS : What is: Bumping a thread ??