WinXP Security

[xtrememps]

I use Norton Internet Security Suite, along with Firefox and I'm completely clean. Norton's a bit of a resource hog but pretty good...

 

[II-Savy]

I just DL this browser here at work and it wouldn't connect at all. I used the same config IE was using for the firewall.

 

[atticus1398]

like a/c

 

[Junior]

99.9999999% of spyware comes because of "I.D. ten Tee" users.

Like when you click yes to the question do u want to install this program by some unknown company.

I've had XP on my laptop with SP 1 for 3 years now. 0 spyware 0 virus. I refuse to upgrade to SP2 because of the firewall.

Some Tip to keep your computer clean.
1. Use webmail. Download attachement from only people u know and only after a online virus scan.
2. Always click no when it prompts to to install something. If you want to install something go to a creditable site and download the exe for it.
3. Don't bother with Firefox(its slow compared to IE, the fastest is opera). Besides If someone wants your computer it does not matter if you are running opera or netscape 1.0, they are going to get into it.
4. The most important one. STOP LOOKING AT PORN

Also
when you get a fresh copy of windows
go to run-> type in msconfig -> start up tab and remember the program. things like Virus scan will be in there too so remember that one as well

when you get a spyware
go to run -> type in msconfig -> start up tab and uncheck any additional suspisious things you find.

Everything he just said, DITTO. I've been ok with my XP for over 1 yr and NP with viruses, nice and clean.!

 

[Micah]

I disagree - I look at plenty of pr0n and other objectionable content.

www.stileproject.com - this guy rocks - my friend works for him on CW
www.ogrish.com - get your beheading vids here
www.sublimedirectory.com - strange and disturbing +pr0n
www.dirtylatinamaids.com (and the rest of the sites you gain access to with subscription)
www.milfhunter.com (and the rest of the sites you gain access to with subscription)
http://astalavista.box.sk - for cracks

plus about a million other sites. Keep your pc updated and use your head. I've been on the same installation of Windows XP for a long time (currently using SP2). I also have an iMac running Yellow Dog Linux, and a PVR HTPC box running Windows XP SP2 that is in a DMZ zone protected only by updates, Norton Internet Security, and SP2's firewall.

 

[MiaTurbo]

www.tweakxp.com
Lotta cool tips and tricks to make it run better. Doesn't adress your original question, but thought I'd throw it in the mix..

 

[AndrewF150]

I've had XP on my laptop with SP 1 for 3 years now. 0 spyware 0 virus. I refuse to upgrade to SP2 because of the firewall.

Interesting reason for staying with SP1, but you can completely disable the firewall. Not only that but SP2 patches A LOT of HUGE security issues that SP1 had...specially IE related ones...oh some pretty massive outlook holes too.

But to each his own.

 

[MiaTurbo]

Interesting reason for staying with SP1, but you can completely disable the firewall. Not only that but SP2 patches A LOT of HUGE security issues that SP1 had...specially IE related ones...oh some pretty massive outlook holes too.

But to each his own.

Same thing I was thinking... I have the firewall turned on, but I have the AV notification part turned off because I use 3rd party software. If the firewall is your only gripe, that's not a great reason to not upgrade..

 

[Douggie]

SP2 or not, just say that the word "secure" and "Windows" doesn't come together when your computer is connected to the internet

google "SP2 flaws" and u'll see...

Just use mozilla, firefox, thunderbird (independent mail client from mozilla) and you should be much safer.

 

[MiaTurbo]

Windows has nothing to do with it. I love whipping this article out.. As it turns out Windows is more secure than Linux. It's not how secure a system can be, it's how secure it actually is.

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/Page/document/v4/sub/MarketingPage?user_URL=http://www.globetechnology.com%2Fservlet%2Fstory%2FRTGAM.20030911.gtlinuxsep11&ord=1106844661506&brand=globetechnology&force_login=true

 

[chuyler1]

That statistic only accounts for "servers". How many home users 1) even know they have been hacked and 2) would report it to someone to generate a statistic? Also, correct me if I'm wrong but aren't there more UNIX servers out there than Windows anyway? Apache on Linux is still the preferred webserver and most hackers are after e-commerce sites with credit card information from customers buying things online.

 

[Captain KRM P5]

firefox is excellent

 

[II-Savy]

firefox is excellent

Yea I like it. It works great at home but not here at work yet. Anyone have it working and connecting AT work?