SillySod
Joined: Oct 10, 2006
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Dec 16, 2008 - 13:01 |
 
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I had a quick browse around the forums and an existing topic didnt jump out at me... if it already exists then could a mod close this and put a link to the existing one.
What bits and pieces should I get to make this software secure? I want to know what add ons you'd reccomend and what they do. I am currently running McAfee and that isnt about to change so I only want suggestions for stuff which dosent do what McAfee already does and wont try to interfere with McAfee.
Also any extra info on the IE breach like how serious it is and when it will be fixed would be most welcome. |
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torsoboy
Joined: Nov 23, 2004
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Dec 16, 2008 - 13:27 |
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The NoScript plugin deactivates Javascript for any website you haven't visited before (you can select which sites to put on the safelist). Without Javascript, I don't think there's much that can be done via the browser. |
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Enar
Joined: Mar 05, 2004
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Dec 16, 2008 - 13:36 |
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NoScript, AdBlockPlus for FireFox, AdAway and Spybot Search and Destroy for the computer in general. That should do it. |
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ClayInfinity
Joined: Aug 15, 2003
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Dec 16, 2008 - 13:37 |
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I highly recommend AVG for virus protection... |
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Gran
Joined: Jul 07, 2005
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Dec 16, 2008 - 13:39 |
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Apart from NoScript I'd recommend AdBlock Plus and Flashblock. They might not be security hazards in the same way as scripts, but these two plugins filter out a lot of trash from pages and make surfing much (MUCH!) quicker. I also like Nuke Anything Enhanced for the same reasons, but it takes a bit to get used to this one. |
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SeraphimRed
Joined: Feb 01, 2004
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Dec 16, 2008 - 13:42 |
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Gran
Joined: Jul 07, 2005
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Dec 16, 2008 - 13:42 |
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| ClayInfinity wrote: | | I highly recommend AVG for virus protection... |
...unless you have an oldish computer. AVG 8.0 eats CPU-power and memory. 7.5 was great, but is no longer supported. I've changed to Avira, which is slightly leaner. |
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Lill-Leif
Joined: Nov 17, 2005
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Dec 16, 2008 - 13:45 |
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