Re: computer protection, detection
From: Sharon F (sharonfDEL_at_ETEmvps.org)
Date: 02/07/05
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Date: Mon, 7 Feb 2005 11:17:07 -0600
On Mon, 7 Feb 2005 11:00:49 -0500, Karl wrote:
> Hi,
>
> I have seen lots of posts concerning viruses, spyware, malware, etc and
> suggestions for various utilities and software to detect, protect, and
> repair these various invaders.
>
> I am interested in making a cd rom that has a suite of the different (free)
> software for antivirus, spyware, hijackers, etc that I could take with me to
> work on other folks' machines. What would be the recommendation from the
> group for what I should include on the cd that would cover most of the
> common invasions? I know Spybot S&D, Ad Aware, CW Shredder, and maybe AVG
> will be on the list.
>
> My idea is that if someone calls and says "my computer is acting weird", I
> could go over and run the various tools and hopefully detect the problem.
>
> Any help appreciated and hope this post made sense :)
>
> K
Consider adding SpywareBlaster to the list. After it is cleaned up,
installing this adds "kill bits" to the registry that prevent many adware
installations. http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/
May also want to keep a pen drive with current definitions for each program
on hand - or add those to the CD as well.
-- Sharon F MS-MVP ~ Windows Shell/User
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