Here are suggestions to secure your computer

Here are suggestions to secure your computer.
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On-Line Anti-virus Scanners Anti-Virus - Security Programs Setting Up Your Computer

On-Line Anti-virus Scanners

Before you install an antivirus program it is important to determine your machine is not already infected. Use an "On-Line" antivirus scanner. "On-Line" antivirus scanners do not reside on your computer but originate from a source on the internet. Once completing the scan, you will not have a permanent protection from future infections. To protect your computer full time you must install a antivirus program that actually resides on your computer.

CA's eTrust Antivirus Web Scanner is a fast, easy to use antivirus tool capable of detecting and cleaning the latest viruses, Trojans and worms from within your web browser. The software is free of charge, and requires no additional components. All that is required for the use of the web scanner is an Internet connection, and Microsoft Internet Explorer Version 4 or later.
Note: If you are currently running other Antivirus Software on your PC, you should disable it until the eTrust Antivirus Web Scanner has completed scanning your PC

HouseCall like Active Scan can only detect viruses already on your system at the time of your visit.

Scan for Viruses will detect known viruses and Trojan horses, including the top threats identified by Symantec Security Response. Scan for Viruses will not examine compressed files and will not fix files it finds to be infected. A detailed analysis will be presented when scanning completes to highlight your results.

Anti-Virus and other Security Programs

Computer Associates International, Inc. (CA) in conjunction with Microsoft Corp. announce an offer to provide qualified Windows home computer users with a no-charge, one-year subscription to CA's eTrust EZ Armor antivirus and firewall desktop security suite.

eTrust EZ Armor - the consumer version of CA's enterprise-class security technology - will dramatically improve the safety of individual home PC use, and greatly limit the proliferation of Internet threats.

CA will aggressively promote this special offer as part of Microsoft's “Protect Your PC” campaign. A download link for eTrust EZ Armor is featured on the Protect Your PC site on Microsoft's Web site, which can be found at:
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect

Virus and Trojan Information Page This page includes links to many security companies for additional information about a particular Virus, Trojan or Worm and also includes links to more information about hoaxes that are going around. Using Outlook Express Tames Net uses nice screen shots showing the various configurations you can use to better secure your pop3 email program

List of Lists This is an excellent resource for many aspects of computing. How to secure your operating system, your browser, your email program, utility programs, Anti-Trojan programs. In particular I like the link listed here to Antivirus Tools.

Wilders is another great site for more information about many aspects of securing your computer. AV, AntiTrojan programs, Personal Firewalls, Utilities and tools.

Steve Gibson Research Corporation is a recognized leading developer of personal computer software, and significant ongoing contributor to the personal computer industry. This site includes an excellent security software and hardware newsgroup. news.grc.com.

HackFix a site that's dedicated to helping people stay informed about Trojan horse programs, how to find out if you are infected, and how to remove these Trojans safely from your system. HackFix specialize in the Trojans BackOrifice and Netbus, as well as their many variations. In addition, this site also provides reviews of software products for your computer, both AntiVirus/Trojan, as well as Firewall software to protect you from getting infected in the first place.

The following links and information are offered as suggestions.
Keep in mind, the choice to use them is yours.

The following link is from the Sans Institute on Security and is a good document for help in setting up a Windows XP computer. Very in dept and will assist you to minimize vulnerabilities when going on the internet. XP Survival Guide

WINPATROL

WinPatrol sniffs out worms, adware, keyloggers, spyware, cookies, and Trojan horses. This program puts you back in control of your computer with no need for constant updates. WinPatrol's goal is to help you better understand what programs are running on your computer and to alert you to any new programs added without your permission. Unlike traditional security programs, WinPatrol doesn't scan your hard drive searching for previously identified threats. Instead, it uses a heuristic approach, taking a snapshot of your critical system resources, then alerting you to any changes that occur without your knowledge.

As a MULTI PURPOSE UTILITY WinPatrol replaces multiple system utilities with its enhanced functionality. Explore deep into your system and understand what programs are installed and why. WinPatrol PLUS provides easy to understand descriptions of over 10,000 programs.

As a robust SECURITY MONITOR, WinPatrol will alert you to hijackings, malware attacks and critical changes made to your computer without your permission. WinPatrol PLUS includes our unique, patent pending R.I.D. technology.