Trying to secure my PC

[Lucius]

Under Windows, my experience tells that the stronger the security/antivirus system on your PC is, the more difficult it can be to work on that PC. It may block access to legit files or even installers (false positives or unrecognized binaries), it may remove legit program on sight (false positives), it will slow down the system (opening/reading/parsing each and every file you copy, your system uses, or just present in a folder you're opening)

It's not that simple, because it all depends on the configuration of the computer and which AV program we use. I have 8 GB of RAM and a pretty powerful AMD processor, and I don't feel like I have Norton Security and Malwarebytes Premium in the sense that they overload the system. Norton actually consumes just over 100 MB of RAM, while MB spends twice as much, but considering the total RAM, the work on the computer is without any difficulties.

I think we should dispel the myths that were created 20 years ago when computers were actually like toys compared to today, and that no modern computer with a solid configuration will have problems with security software. However, it should be emphasized that there are big differences between AVs, and free ones should definitely be avoided because it is obvious that they charge for their service in some other way.

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[NeuroticFish]

It's not that simple, because it all depends on the configuration of the computer and which AV program we use. I have 8 GB of RAM and a pretty powerful AMD processor, and I don't feel like I have Norton Security and Malwarebytes Premium in the sense that they overload the system. Norton actually consumes just over 100 MB of RAM, while MB spends twice as much, but considering the total RAM, the work on the computer is without any difficulties.

I think we should dispel the myths that were created 20 years ago when computers were actually like toys compared to today, and that no modern computer with a solid configuration will have problems with security software. However, it should be emphasized that there are big differences between AVs, and free ones should definitely be avoided because it is obvious that they charge for their service in some other way.

In my case - i7, 12GB RAM - I do get annoyed by the Auto Containment feature that sometimes doesn't recognize an installer, some other time doesn't recognize an exe built by myself, or some other time doesn't allow me install an update to one or another wallet. Or I feel how the antivirus slows me down when I backup folders with 10000s of files.

Of course, I don't use such a computer only for browsing the internet...


But I know what to do to handle my antivirus for my needs and I'm okay. Others may find it more annoying or even highly difficult.

[Yamifoud]

Free antivirus seems not ideal if we wanted more security for our PC but luckily, my computer survive using it. Maybe I have no reason to find an expensive one coz I realized that in many cases, even using the strong one couldn't give a guarantee of 100% as also it depends on us on how we use our computer and how we respond to those warnings that it pop-ups on the screen.
I'd tried a lot of free software, some of them are not suitable for my PC and delete it, it sometimes causes lagging as well which I don't like.

[Lucius]

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But I know what to do to handle my antivirus for my needs and I'm okay. Others may find it more annoying or even highly difficult.

People often complain that an AV constantly shows them some notifications in the form of promotions/upgrades, or informs them that a threat is blocked - but this is very easy to turn off in the settings. It took me less than 10 minutes to go through all the settings and set things up the way I like, but I believe a lot of people have problems with stuff like that.

No matter what, there will always be pros and cons for AV on your PC, but if you choose the best possible AV with a solid device configuration, I think the benefits far outweigh the disadvantages.

[taufik123]

Free antivirus seems not ideal if we wanted more security for our PC but luckily, my computer survive using it. Maybe I have no reason to find an expensive one coz I realized that in many cases, even using the strong one couldn't give a guarantee of 100% as also it depends on us on how we use our computer and how we respond to those warnings that it pop-ups on the screen.
I'd tried a lot of free software, some of them are not suitable for my PC and delete it, it sometimes causes lagging as well which I don't like.

Paid or free certainly only the difference in features and some security is reduced. I also use free antivirus and even use pirated serials but still survive until now.
The best security that needs to be noticed is security in ourselves. If we can keep our device from the possibility of malware or viruses certainly won't be easy to attack.

Don't arbitrarily open a website or download an unknown application. Most malware attacks come from applications that suddenly donated when opening a website that contains many ads and it will be very dangerous.

So we also have to learn how to avoid it and do a routine checkup on our device to be free from viruses and malware.

[NeuroticFish]

No matter what, there will always be pros and cons for AV on your PC, but if you choose the best possible AV with a solid device configuration, I think the benefits far outweigh the disadvantages.

My point was not about the common AV. I do agree that one needs to have such a tool installed (although nowadays even Windoze comes with one not-too-bad).
My point was about those with strong protection (i.e. over the average functionalities) - usually coming with somewhat more difficult-to-handle functionalities/annoyances (and I'm not talking about the advertising).

But I can also agree that depending on what anti-viruses/protection systems one has been using in his life the experience over what one or another such tool offers and demands may differ.

[King0]

I think we must keep our PC in security at all times because the computer you work on may contain your confidential information, all the information about your business, your cryptocurrency, your wallet, your money, your property, everything.  So we must use our PC or laptop or computer security all the time

[Jonun]

We must ensure the security of our PC while working online because we have confidential information here. We have the security of our wallet.  We will lose all the bank accounts we have. He will be able to handle all the information we have, so before you work, you must make sure that our PC is always secure and secure.

[Iron Fist]

I'm trying to secure my PC too. I use Antivirus and VPN right now to protect my privacy

First off, use a program to back up your important files and store them off your machine. And make a special backup of any sensitive information.
Install a firewall, anti-virus and anti-spyware software. Turn on only the settings you’re comfortable with.
Lastly, and this is really important, if you ever suspect a virus or malware on your machine, it’s always a good idea to immediately move your coins to a different wallet and then, if possible, completely wipe your machine and reinstall the operating system.