Re: How to set up a secure XP windows home edition w/service pack 2

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"mzford" <mzford@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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>I don't want to spend the time to learn how to set up all the
>administration
> tools components that include Microsoft Management Console (MMC), security
> this and that permissions, etc. I want to be the only user and don't want
> other users. Every time I set up a system I get many unauthorized users
> and
> hackers that will always in time bring my system down. I have a $1000.000
> Sonicwall router and all the software security firewalls and all and they
> always manage to get me. I wish there was a program that would guide you
> trogh the installation or easier ways to configure your computer.
> Microsoft
> in their efort to have all markets open to their OS have many open
> variables
> that need to be configured to the needs of particular users. If you miss
> one
> misconfiguration you can open the door to hackers and malicious bugs. Is
> there a clear guide to configuring a windows XP home edition.

It may surprise you to learn that they have some very effective treatments
for paranoia these days. That being said, I would seriously doubt that you
are being "Hacked" as you claim. There are very few people sitting at
keyboards actively invading home computers. Most likely your computer has
simply become infected with spyware and adware.

Since you so conveniently stated that you are unwilling to take the time and
make the effort to secure your system, I can only wish you luck (you will
need all the luck you can muster).

You really should look into seeking some professional help for your
paranoia. It is unhealthy to let it go untreated.

Bobby


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