Some begineer question- need help

[ground6]

Hello Guys 

I do have some question about entering cryptocurrency world.

1) Should i get an antivirus for my pc ?

2) Any good/safe wallet for me to safe my cryptocurrency ? ( Not long term - not hodling , just for trading purpose , does not want to put it on my exchange , as exchange is never a good option )

[makoitus]

Yes it is important to have an Anti-Virus on your computer mate, even if you're not into the cryptoworld. You never know when you can stumble upon some Virus,malware etc. So just to keep your device protected, make sure to install one. Now about the wallet, well there are several good ones and it depends really on what currency you're planning to have. Go check around the forum and you'll find the answer.

[MintDice]

Independent of crypto trading and storing having an anti-virus for your computer is a good idea. Now, if you are going to choose a desktop wallet, having a good anti-virus is also a good choice as well as having anti-keylogger software. It sounds like you want to use a wallet on your pc/desktop. If that is the case, look into electrum or jaxx-they are two of the most popular desktop wallets on the market. Desktop wallets will suit you well if you are looking to be an active trader since they allow for more convenience.

[mk4]

1) Should i get an antivirus for my pc ?
Windows Defender(built in on windows) and probably an anti-malware software like Malwarebytes[1] should be good enough. No matter what antivirus software you use if you're always willing on clicking some shady links then you're going to get infected anyway.

2) Any good/safe wallet for me to safe my cryptocurrency ? ( Not long term - not hodling , just for trading purpose , does not want to put it on my exchange , as exchange is never a good option )
Depends on how much you're holding. If you're holding a lot, then I'd still recommend a hardware wallet like the Ledger Nano S[2] or the Trezor[3]. If you're not holding much, then probably Exodus Wallet[4] should be fine.

[1] https://www.malwarebytes.com/
[2] https://ledgerwallet.com/
[3] https://trezor.io/
[4] https://exodus.io/

[ground6]

1) Should i get an antivirus for my pc ?
Windows Defender(built in on windows) and probably an anti-malware software like Malwarebytes[1] should be good enough. No matter what antivirus software you use if you're always willing on clicking some shady links then you're going to get infected anyway.

2) Any good/safe wallet for me to safe my cryptocurrency ? ( Not long term - not hodling , just for trading purpose , does not want to put it on my exchange , as exchange is never a good option )
Depends on how much you're holding. If you're holding a lot, then I'd still recommend a hardware wallet like the Ledger Nano S[2] or the Trezor[3]. If you're not holding much, then probably Exodus Wallet[4] should be fine.

[1] https://www.malwarebytes.com/
[2] https://ledgerwallet.com/
[3] https://trezor.io/
[4] https://exodus.io/

Thanks for the post ,

for 2) i do have a hardware wallet , but for that is mainly for holding BTC.

for exodus , around 6-10k is that safe ? or need a better secruity .

[mk4]

1) Should i get an antivirus for my pc ?
Windows Defender(built in on windows) and probably an anti-malware software like Malwarebytes[1] should be good enough. No matter what

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Thanks for the post ,

for 2) i do have a hardware wallet , but for that is mainly for holding BTC.

for exodus , around 6-10k is that safe ? or need a better secruity .

What hardware wallet specifically are you holding? Why can't it hold ETH and ERC20 tokens?

When holding 6-10k in value, I'd definitely still prefer a hardware wallet. Sure exodus is safe, but if your device is compromised, then your screwed. Better safe than sorry; use a hardware wallet.

[flong]

If you have a separate desktop where you only interact with your wallets and don't do any browsing/etc. that would even better.

[ground6]

1) Should i get an antivirus for my pc ?
Windows Defender(built in on windows) and probably an anti-malware software like Malwarebytes[1] should be good enough. No matter what

.....

Thanks for the post ,

for 2) i do have a hardware wallet , but for that is mainly for holding BTC.

for exodus , around 6-10k is that safe ? or need a better secruity .

What hardware wallet specifically are you holding? Why can't it hold ETH and ERC20 tokens?

When holding 6-10k in value, I'd definitely still prefer a hardware wallet. Sure exodus is safe, but if your device is compromised, then your screwed. Better safe than sorry; use a hardware wallet.

ledger nano S, as for ETH and ERC20 token is just for trading purpose.

okay ,in terms of secruity , which for frequently use ,  trezor or ledger nano s ?

[mk4]

1) Should i get an antivirus for my pc ?
Windows Defender(built in on windows) and probably an anti-malware software like Malwarebytes[1] should be good enough. No matter what

.....

Thanks for the post ,

for 2) i do have a hardware wallet , but for that is mainly for holding BTC.

for exodus , around 6-10k is that safe ? or need a better secruity .

What hardware wallet specifically are you holding? Why can't it hold ETH and ERC20 tokens?

When holding 6-10k in value, I'd definitely still prefer a hardware wallet. Sure exodus is safe, but if your device is compromised, then your screwed. Better safe than sorry; use a hardware wallet.

ledger nano S, as for ETH and ERC20 token is just for trading purpose.

okay ,in terms of secruity , which for frequently use ,  trezor or ledger nano s ?

Both should actually be safe enough. It just completely depends on how you store your recovery seed. Make sure you just store it non-digitally, in a piece of paper or on a Cryptosteel[1]. Never store your seed on a computer or a mobile device; no matter how safe you think your devices are.

[1] https://cryptosteel.com/

[bananapeelfeed]

My Ether Wallet is by far the easiest and fastest way to get an ERC20 wallet. Hands down. When I was first starting out I needed the simplicity to help myself learn.

[ThirdPerson]

1.Yes
2.Yes

[ptjoy]

1. I recommend to use Eset internet security. It will defend against not only viruses, but network attacks as well.
2. Learn different wallets and choose best for you. https://bitcoin.org/en/choose-your-wallet

[rama666]

I think that the antivirus is not enough. I recommend that you also look for programs in such areas as

1. Antikeylogger (Spyshelter, Zemana)
2. Anti-spyware  (UnHackMe, Spy-hunter 4)
3. Firewall...