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Security software

2012-04-15T13:01:15Z

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=='''Anti-Virus Protection'''==

Antivirus software is installed on the local machine to protect your PC against viruses, trojans and various other types of malware. Antivirus programs run in the background and need to be kept up to date to ensure maximum protection against new threats that are released into the wild practically every day.

There are many well known brands of AntiVirus software such as [http://www.symantec.com/index.jsp Symantec] or [http://www.mcafee.com McAfee], but we list below a selection of free Antivirus programs.

*[http://free.avg.com/us-en/free-antivirus-download AVG] Free Anti Virus for single home users from Grisoft
*[http://www.avast.com/en-gb/index Avast] Free Anti Virus for the home PC.
*[http://www.avira.com/en/avira-free-antivirus Avira] Free Anti Virus for home users.
*[http://www.clamwin.com/ Clam Win] AV for windows - also standalone which can be run from USB pen drive.
*[http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/products/security-essentials Microsoft Security Essentials] Free Real time protection for home PCs

''It is not recommended to run more than one AntiVirus program at any one time, as this will likely cause conflicts.''

== '''Firewalls''' ==

Firewalls work by limiting authorised traffic into the local network. There are two types of firewalls:- Hardware and Software firewalls.

Hardware firewalls are machines which limit traffic based on specific configuration and rules. Most of today's adsl routers have an inbuilt firewall which can be configured to restrict certain types of traffic on to the local network. Most also use NAT which adds another layer of protection.

Software firewalls are installed on the local PC to monitor traffic passing to and from that computer.

There is some debate over whether or not you need a software firewall if you have an adsl router. Personally Ive relied upon various NAT based routers for the past 9 years. If you fully explore the features in the router you will find there are various configurations and most can also be set up for logging. However, the final choice is up to you if you want to also install a software firewall on your PC then below is a list of free software firewalls.

*[http://www.privacyware.com/personal_firewall.html Private Firewall] Desktop Security from Privacyware (Free Firewall)
*[http://www.ashampoo.com/en/usd/pde/0050/Security_Software/Ashampoo-FireWall-FREE/Details Ashampoo] Free Firewall
*[http://personalfirewall.comodo.com/ Comodo] Free Comodo Firewall Pro.
*[http://free.agnitum.com/ Outpost] Free Firewall
*[http://www.zonealarm.com/ Zone Alarm] Free software download for personal use
*[http://wokhan.online.fr/progs.php?sec=WFN Windows Firewall Notifier] Windows Firewall Notifier (WFN) extends the default Windows embedded firewall behavior, allowing to handle outgoing connections, and displaying (almost) real-time information about the current connections.

''You should not only rely on a firewall whether it be software or hardware and you also need Antivrus protection installed on each machine.''

== '''Spyware and Malware Tools''' ==

Spyware is often malicious software used to gather personal information about a user or a users system without their knowledge. There are varying degrees of spyware, ranging from simple web tracking to more seriously gathering information about passwords and/or credit cards. The latter is often known as phishing. Phishing often occurs by tricking the user into clicking on a disguised link or opening a malicious file which may have been downloaded from an unscrupulous site or as an email attachment.

'''Free Defence Tools against spyware and malware:'''

*[http://www.lavasoft.com/ Adaware] Free spyware and malware scanner.
*[http://www.safer-networking.org/ Spybot S&D] Spybot Search and Destroy -Free spyware and malware scanner.
*[http://www.anti-spy.info/index.shtml Anti-Spy] Spyware, trojans, keyloggers + adware protection.
*[http://www.microsoft.com/security/default.aspx Windows Defender] Microsoft's Free spyware protection.
*[http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareblaster.html Spyware Blaster] Free spyware defence from Javacool
*[http://majorgeeks.com/download172.html a-squared Anti-Malware] Malware defence against trojans, worms, diallers, rootkits and spyware.
*[http://www.filehippo.com/download_avg_antispyware/ AVG Anti-Spyware] Formerly Ewido Security Suite - Full features only active for 30 days.
*[http://www.softpedia.com/get/Internet/Popup-Ad-Spyware-Blockers/SUPERAntiSpyware.shtml SUPERAntiSpyware] Free Edition does not include real-time blocking or scheduled scanning
*[http://www.malwarebytes.org/products/malwarebytes_free Malwarebytes]A lightweight, fast and very efficient on-demand scanner which will detect and remove all traces of malware including worms, trojans, rootkits, rogues, dialers, spyware and more. This free version lacks auto updates....but definitions updates are available twice a day for manual download.
*[http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/what-is-windows-defender-offline Windows Defender Offline ] Windows Defender Offline (beta) is a free offline tool from Microsoft. Download and create a disc/flash drive for malware removal.

'''Free Clean up tools against spyware and malware:'''

*[http://free.antivirus.com/cwshredder/ CWShredder] Utility for removing the CoolWebSearch Browser Hijack
*[http://www.safer-networking.org/files/delcwssk.zip CoolWWWSearch.SmartKiller] Tool for CW variant that stops access to certain sites.
*[http://majorgeeks.com/download3550.html BHO Demon] Utility to view and disable installed BHOs
*[http://uk.trendmicro.com/uk/products/personal/free-tools-and-services/ Hijack This (HJT)] Browser Hijacker detector.
*[http://hijackthis.de/index.php?langselect=english HJT log file analysis] On-line file analysis for HJT
*[http://www.microsoft.com/security/pc-security/malware-removal.aspx Malicious Sortware Removal Tool] Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool
*[http://www.combofix.org/ Combofix] Powerful tool which scans for malware and rootkits. Use with caution unless you know what you're doing.
*[http://multi-av.thespykiller.co.uk/ Multi-AV Scanning Tool ] The Multi-AV Scanning Tool is a software utility that provides multiple anti malware command line scanners to find or detect malware as well as remove it from your computer.
*[http://security.symantec.com/nbrt/npe.aspx?lcid=1033 Norton Power Eraser ] Norton Power Eraser. Eliminates deeply embedded and difficult to remove crimeware that traditional virus scanning doesn't always detect.A powerful and aggressive tool to be used with care as it could list legitimate applications, always double check anything NPE finds prior to removal.

== '''On-line Virus Scanners''' ==

Online Virus scanners are either where you upload a particular file to a remote server to be scanned or where you connect to a server which will remotely scan your PC for viruses.

Online virus scanners are no substitute for full antivirus as they are unable to monitor the constant flow of data, but they are very useful if you wish to either check the contents of a particular file you downloaded, or if you suspect your PC may be infected and your existing AV has been disabled in some way. Be warned that a remote scan may take some time depending upon the size of your hard drive and the number of files it has to scan.

Listed below are some free online virus scanners:

*[http://www.eset.co.uk/Antivirus-Utilities/Online-Scanner Eset] Eset Online Scanner
*[http://housecall.trendmicro.com/uk/ Housecall] On-line virus scanner from Trend
*[http://www.kaspersky.co.uk/virusscanner Kasperspy online scanner] On-Line virus, trojan and malware scanner.
*[http://www.kaspersky.co.uk/scanforvirus Kasperspy File Scanner] Upload files for remote checking.
*[http://www.onlinecomputertips.com/spyware/ewido.html Ewido online scanner] On-line trojan and malware scanner (Win XP)
*[http://www.microsoft.com/security/scanner/en-us/default.aspx Microsoft Safety Scanner] Free downloadable on demand scanner
*[http://security.symantec.com/sscv6/vc_scan.asp?langid=ie&venid=sym&plfid=23&pkj=NCGICVGZBZTVOGXFSTZ Symantec Security Check] On-line virus scanner from Symantec.

''Online AV scanners are no substitute for full Antivirus software.''

== '''Virus Removal Tools''' ==

A selection of tools to remove specific viruses

*[http://www.symantec.com/business/security_response/removaltools.jsp Symantec Removal Tools] Specific Virus removal tools from Symantec
*[http://www.mcafee.com/us/downloads/free-tools/how-to-use-stinger.aspx Stinger] Detect + remove specific viruses utility from McAfee.
*[http://www.pc-cruiser.ca/remove.htm Virus Specific Tools] List of specific virus removal tools.

== '''Other Security Scans''' ==

Check your vulnerability to online threats.

*[http://www.grc.com/intro.htm GRC.com] Various scans, checks and security downloads.
*[http://www.pcpitstop.com/ PC Pitstop] Various internet and PC benchmark tests.
*[http://www.pcflank.com/ PCFlank] Various stealth and port scan checks
*[http://www.hackerwatch.org/probe/ Hackerwatch] Port scan and probe check
*[http://nmap.org/ Nmap] Network Mapper
*[http://secunia.com/vulnerability_scanning/personal/ Personal Software Inspector] Secunia PSI inspects your entire system for missed updates, vulnerabilities and out of date software.
*[http://secunia.com/vulnerability_scanning/online/?inclusion=1&task=load&rp_id=heiseuk Secunia Online Scan] An online scan from Secunia for those that don't want to run the Secunia application full time.

== '''Content Filtering and Anti Malware Security.''' ==

Trusted by millions, OpenDNS is used by schools, colleges and businesses around the world to control accessed content.OpenDNS prevents connection to fraudulent and malware infected sites.

This is the easiest way to prevent malware, botnets and phishing attacks,identity theft and make your Internet faster and more reliable.

Parental Controls and Content Filtering protect all devices connected via your router and keep you famly safe by preventing access to unwholesome content. You choose the categories to filter and decide the level of control and you can white/black list domains as required.

This is a very simple and reliable system and goes a long way to keeping your family and systems safe.

*[https://www.opendns.com/ OpenDNS ] Cloud-based Internet Security

'''EMET '''is a free tool from Microsoft that works with any software on your system and is designed to help prevent vulnerabiliteis being exploited.
Download,install and configure using the interface to add protection to your system from exploits and vulnerabilities. This goes a long way to preventing malware running on your system.

*[http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2458544#appliesto Microsoft EMET ] The Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit.

*[http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?id=1677 Download EMET HERE ] Download.

'''Blocking Unwanted Parasites with a Hosts File'''

*[http://winhelp2002.mvps.org/hosts.htm MVPS HOSTS File ] MVPS HOSTS FILE

Another layer to your system protection is the use of *[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hosts_file Hosts Files].

Originally used to block banners and advertising systems which also tracked users and affected privacy the MVPS HOSTS File has now been improved to also block known pararsites and bad domains.

Using the HOSTS FILE will make your browsing experience safer and faster as page load times are much improved where you do not load unwanted advertising material and you have another effective layer of protection from parasites.

The Winhelp page also lists some other HOSTS FILE utilities which can be very helpful.

On Win7 and Vista it is recommended to turn off the *[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microsoft_DNS DNS CLIENT] in SERVICES to prevent browsing slowing down due to a large DNS CACHE build up.
I have found instances where it is required to have the DNS CLIENT running, you can use the workarounds as listed on the page or simply flush your *[http://compnetworking.about.com/od/dns_domainnamesystem/f/what-is-a-dns-cache.htm DNS CACHE ] via the *[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Command_Promptor CMD PROMPT] using a utility such as *[http://www.softpedia.com/get/Security/Secure-cleaning/CCleaner.shtml CCLeaner.]--[[User:AdrianH|AdrianH]] 13:45, 1 January 2012 (GMT)

''' Blocking Web Bugs and Tracking Behaviour'''

*[http://www.ghostery.com/download Ghostery] Ghostery Web Bug blocking. Installed on your browser this informs you of and blocks web bugs and trackers that collect data on your browsing activities.

--[[User:Kitz|Kitz]] 01:06, 18 December 2011 (GMT)

System software

2012-03-30T07:17:58Z

Spammers: /* System Information */

Below are some links to useful system software applications.

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== '''System Information''' ==

*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptprofiler.asp Computer Profiler] Details about your CPU, memory, operating system, even your computer's power source, are all displayed
*[http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html Belarc Advisor] Detailed profile of your installed software and hardware.
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptlanmon.asp LAN Monitor] Monitor your computer's connections to other computers (on your LAN, and on the Internet). See real-time traffic statistics
*[http://majorgeeks.com/Motherboard_Monitor_d311.html Motherboard Monitor] Senses & displays information from your Mobo chip such as CPU, HDD, GFx and Mobo temperatures and fan speeds.
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptdirprn.asp Directory Printer] Print the names, and other information, of all folders and files on your computer
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptsnoop.asp Snooper] Keep track of the programs your computer runs, even when you're away.
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptwinwatch.asp Window Watcher] See the hidden programs running on your computer.
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptfonts.asp Font Explorer] See the fonts available on your computer
*[http://http://www.hwinfo.com/ HWiNFO™] HWiNFO™, HWiNFO32™ and HWiNFO64™ are professional hardware information and diagnostic tools supporting latest components, industry technologies and standards. Get in depth information on the hardware installed on your system.

== '''System Clean-up Tools''' ==

*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptcookie.asp Cookie Viewer] View Web browser "Cookies" left by the web site's you've visited.
*[http://www.softpedia.com/get/Security/Secure-cleaning/CCleaner.shtml CCleaner] Removes unused and temporary files etc from your system.
*[http://www.timeatlas.com/tutorials/Ccleaner.htm CCleaner tutorial] Video tutorial for CCleaner.
*[http://www.piriform.com/mac CCleaner for Mac ] CCleaner for Mac OSX

*[http://singularlabs.com/software/ccenhancer/ CCEnhancer ] CCEnhancer is a third party application that extends support for @500 programs to the ever popular CCleaner program. (Note: this is NOT produced or supported by Piriform)

*[http://www.softpedia.com/get/Security/Secure-cleaning/ATF-Cleaner.shtml ATF Cleaner] Browser / temp files etc removal.

*[http://systemexplorer.net/ System Explorer] System Explorer is a small but exceptionally powerful utility.This tool provides detailed information about Tasks, Processes, Modules, Startups, IE Addons, Uninstallers, Windows, Services, Drivers, Connections and Opened Files. (Help centre and forum available)
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptpruner.asp Registry Pruner] Remove unneeded entries from Windows' Registry.
*[http://www.freedownloadscenter.com/Utilities/System_Analysis_Utilities/Free_Window_Registry_Repair.html Window Registry Repair] Free Window Registry Repair.
*[http://www.pctools.com/registry-mechanic/ Registry Mechanic] Time limited Registry Cleaner
*[http://www.softpedia.com/get/Tweak/Registry-Tweak/RegCleaner.shtml RegCleaner ] Free Registry Cleaner

*[http://www.teamcti.com/pview/prcview.htm PrcView] Process Viewer for Windows
*[http://technet.microsoft.com/en-gb/sysinternals/bb896653.aspx ProcessExplorer] Process Explorer from SysInternals
*[http://www.freewarefiles.com/Itty-Bitty-Process-Manager_program_19220.html Itty Bitty Process Manager] Process Manager from the author of HJT

*[http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/sysinternals/bb897445.aspx RootkitRevealer] SysInternals Rootkit revealer for XP and WinServer 2003.

== '''Other System Tools''' ==

'''Utility'''

*[http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/downloads/windows-xp TweakUI] Access system settings that are not exposed in the Windows XP default user interface. (Part of the Power Toys suite)
*[http://technet.microsoft.com/en-gb/sysinternals/default.aspx Sysinternals] Site offering many Utility Tools for Windows.
*[http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/System-Miscellaneous/Windows-7-God-Mode-Tool.shtml GOD MODE ENABLER ] Simple enable/disable tool for Windows 7 GOD MODE, access all the hidden services,configuration pages and system information from a single page.(Sets GM icon on desktop.)
*[http://www.malwarebytes.org/products/startuplite StartUpLite ] StartUpLite removes unnecessary applications from start up, thus allowing Windows to start more quickly. Disussion and updates are found here *[http://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?showtopic=1248 StartUpLite Items List]

'''Backup'''

*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptreplicator.asp Karens Replicator] Automatically backup files, directories, even entire drives!
*[http://www.educ.umu.se/~cobian/cobianbackup.htm Cobian Backup] Open Source backup tool
*[http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?displaylang=en&id=15155 SyncToy] Synchronizes files and folders between locations
*[http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?id=17657 Robocopy] Free Command Line based replication. Part of Windows Server Resource Kit.

--[[User:Kitz|Kitz]] 11:24, 18 December 2011 (GMT)

Security software

2012-02-17T13:58:54Z

Spammers: /* Spyware and Malware Tools */

=='''Anti-Virus Protection'''==

Antivirus software is installed on the local machine to protect your PC against viruses, trojans and various other types of malware. Antivirus programs run in the background and need to be kept up to date to ensure maximum protection against new threats that are released into the wild practically every day.

There are many well known brands of AntiVirus software such as [http://www.symantec.com/index.jsp Symantec] or [http://www.mcafee.com McAfee], but we list below a selection of free Antivirus programs.

*[http://free.avg.com/us-en/free-antivirus-download AVG] Free Anti Virus for single home users from Grisoft
*[http://www.avast.com/en-gb/index Avast] Free Anti Virus for the home PC.
*[http://www.avira.com/en/avira-free-antivirus Avira] Free Anti Virus for home users.
*[http://www.clamwin.com/ Clam Win] AV for windows - also standalone which can be run from USB pen drive.
*[http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/products/security-essentials Microsoft Security Essentials] Free Real time protection for home PCs

''It is not recommended to run more than one AntiVirus program at any one time, as this will likely cause conflicts.''

== '''Firewalls''' ==

Firewalls work by limiting authorised traffic into the local network. There are two types of firewalls:- Hardware and Software firewalls.

Hardware firewalls are machines which limit traffic based on specific configuration and rules. Most of today's adsl routers have an inbuilt firewall which can be configured to restrict certain types of traffic on to the local network. Most also use NAT which adds another layer of protection.

Software firewalls are installed on the local PC to monitor traffic passing to and from that computer.

There is some debate over whether or not you need a software firewall if you have an adsl router. Personally Ive relied upon various NAT based routers for the past 9 years. If you fully explore the features in the router you will find there are various configurations and most can also be set up for logging. However, the final choice is up to you if you want to also install a software firewall on your PC then below is a list of free software firewalls.

*[http://www.privacyware.com/personal_firewall.html Private Firewall] Desktop Security from Privacyware (Free Firewall)
*[http://www.ashampoo.com/en/usd/pde/0050/Security_Software/Ashampoo-FireWall-FREE/Details Ashampoo] Free Firewall
*[http://personalfirewall.comodo.com/ Comodo] Free Comodo Firewall Pro.
*[http://free.agnitum.com/ Outpost] Free Firewall
*[http://www.zonealarm.com/ Zone Alarm] Free software download for personal use
*[http://wokhan.online.fr/progs.php?sec=WFN Windows Firewall Notifier] Windows Firewall Notifier (WFN) extends the default Windows embedded firewall behavior, allowing to handle outgoing connections, and displaying (almost) real-time information about the current connections.

''You should not only rely on a firewall whether it be software or hardware and you also need Antivrus protection installed on each machine.''

== '''Spyware and Malware Tools''' ==

Spyware is often malicious software used to gather personal information about a user or a users system without their knowledge. There are varying degrees of spyware, ranging from simple web tracking to more seriously gathering information about passwords and/or credit cards. The latter is often known as phishing. Phishing often occurs by tricking the user into clicking on a disguised link or opening a malicious file which may have been downloaded from an unscrupulous site or as an email attachment.

'''Free Defence Tools against spyware and malware:'''

*[http://www.lavasoft.com/ Adaware] Free spyware and malware scanner.
*[http://www.safer-networking.org/ Spybot S&D] Spybot Search and Destroy -Free spyware and malware scanner.
*[http://www.anti-spy.info/index.shtml Anti-Spy] Spyware, trojans, keyloggers + adware protection.
*[http://www.microsoft.com/security/default.aspx Windows Defender] Microsoft's Free spyware protection.
*[http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareblaster.html Spyware Blaster] Free spyware defence from Javacool
*[http://majorgeeks.com/download172.html a-squared Anti-Malware] Malware defence against trojans, worms, diallers, rootkits and spyware.
*[http://www.filehippo.com/download_avg_antispyware/ AVG Anti-Spyware] Formerly Ewido Security Suite - Full features only active for 30 days.
*[http://www.softpedia.com/get/Internet/Popup-Ad-Spyware-Blockers/SUPERAntiSpyware.shtml SUPERAntiSpyware] Free Edition does not include real-time blocking or scheduled scanning
*[http://www.malwarebytes.org/products/malwarebytes_free Malwarebytes]A lightweight, fast and very efficient on-demand scanner which will detect and remove all traces of malware including worms, trojans, rootkits, rogues, dialers, spyware and more. This free version lacks auto updates....but definitions updates are available twice a day for manual download.
*[http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/what-is-windows-defender-offline Windows Defender Offline ] Windows Defender Offline (beta) is a free offline tool from Microsoft. Download and create a disc/flash drive for malware removal.

'''Free Clean up tools against spyware and malware:'''
*[http://www.microsoft.com/security/scanner/en-gb/default.aspx Microsoft Safety Scanner] A free tool from Microsoft , changed every ten days just download the application when you need it.
*[http://free.antivirus.com/cwshredder/ CWShredder] Utility for removing the CoolWebSearch Browser Hijack
*[http://www.safer-networking.org/files/delcwssk.zip CoolWWWSearch.SmartKiller] Tool for CW variant that stops access to certain sites.
*[http://majorgeeks.com/download3550.html BHO Demon] Utility to view and disable installed BHOs
*[http://uk.trendmicro.com/uk/products/personal/free-tools-and-services/ Hijack This (HJT)] Browser Hijacker detector.
*[http://hijackthis.de/index.php?langselect=english HJT log file analysis] On-line file analysis for HJT
*[http://www.microsoft.com/security/pc-security/malware-removal.aspx Malicious Sortware Removal Tool] Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool
*[http://www.combofix.org/ Combofix] Powerful tool which scans for malware and rootkits. Use with caution unless you know what you're doing.
*[http://multi-av.thespykiller.co.uk/ Multi-AV Scanning Tool ] The Multi-AV Scanning Tool is a software utility that provides multiple anti malware command line scanners to find or detect malware as well as remove it from your computer.
*[http://security.symantec.com/nbrt/npe.aspx?lcid=1033 Norton Power Eraser ] Norton Power Eraser. Eliminates deeply embedded and difficult to remove crimeware that traditional virus scanning doesn't always detect.A powerful and aggressive tool to be used with care as it could list legitimate applications, always double check anything NPE finds prior to removal.

== '''On-line Virus Scanners''' ==

Online Virus scanners are either where you upload a particular file to a remote server to be scanned or where you connect to a server which will remotely scan your PC for viruses.

Online virus scanners are no substitute for full antivirus as they are unable to monitor the constant flow of data, but they are very useful if you wish to either check the contents of a particular file you downloaded, or if you suspect your PC may be infected and your existing AV has been disabled in some way. Be warned that a remote scan may take some time depending upon the size of your hard drive and the number of files it has to scan.

Listed below are some free online virus scanners:

*[http://www.eset.co.uk/Antivirus-Utilities/Online-Scanner Eset] Eset Online Scanner
*[http://housecall.trendmicro.com/uk/ Housecall] On-line virus scanner from Trend
*[http://www.kaspersky.co.uk/virusscanner Kasperspy online scanner] On-Line virus, trojan and malware scanner.
*[http://www.kaspersky.co.uk/scanforvirus Kasperspy File Scanner] Upload files for remote checking.
*[http://www.onlinecomputertips.com/spyware/ewido.html Ewido online scanner] On-line trojan and malware scanner (Win XP)
*[http://www.microsoft.com/security/scanner/en-us/default.aspx Microsoft Safety Scanner] Free downloadable on demand scanner
*[http://security.symantec.com/sscv6/vc_scan.asp?langid=ie&venid=sym&plfid=23&pkj=NCGICVGZBZTVOGXFSTZ Symantec Security Check] On-line virus scanner from Symantec.

''Online AV scanners are no substitute for full Antivirus software.''

== '''Virus Removal Tools''' ==

A selection of tools to remove specific viruses

*[http://www.symantec.com/business/security_response/removaltools.jsp Symantec Removal Tools] Specific Virus removal tools from Symantec
*[http://www.mcafee.com/us/downloads/free-tools/how-to-use-stinger.aspx Stinger] Detect + remove specific viruses utility from McAfee.
*[http://www.pc-cruiser.ca/remove.htm Virus Specific Tools] List of specific virus removal tools.

== '''Other Security Scans''' ==

Check your vulnerability to online threats.

*[http://www.grc.com/intro.htm GRC.com] Various scans, checks and security downloads.
*[http://www.pcpitstop.com/ PC Pitstop] Various internet and PC benchmark tests.
*[http://www.pcflank.com/ PCFlank] Various stealth and port scan checks
*[http://www.hackerwatch.org/probe/ Hackerwatch] Port scan and probe check
*[http://nmap.org/ Nmap] Network Mapper
*[http://secunia.com/vulnerability_scanning/personal/ Personal Software Inspector] Secunia PSI inspects your entire system for missed updates, vulnerabilities and out of date software.
*[http://secunia.com/vulnerability_scanning/online/?inclusion=1&task=load&rp_id=heiseuk Secunia Online Scan] An online scan from Secunia for those that don't want to run the Secunia application full time.

== '''Content Filtering and Anti Malware Security.''' ==

Trusted by millions, OpenDNS is used by schools, colleges and businesses around the world to control accessed content.OpenDNS prevents connection to fraudulent and malware infected sites.

This is the easiest way to prevent malware, botnets and phishing attacks,identity theft and make your Internet faster and more reliable.

Parental Controls and Content Filtering protect all devices connected via your router and keep you famly safe by preventing access to unwholesome content. You choose the categories to filter and decide the level of control and you can white/black list domains as required.

This is a very simple and reliable system and goes a long way to keeping your family and systems safe.

*[https://www.opendns.com/ OpenDNS ] Cloud-based Internet Security

'''EMET '''is a free tool from Microsoft that works with any software on your system and is designed to help prevent vulnerabiliteis being exploited.
Download,install and configure using the interface to add protection to your system from exploits and vulnerabilities. This goes a long way to preventing malware running on your system.

*[http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2458544#appliesto Microsoft EMET ] The Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit.

*[http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?id=1677 Download EMET HERE ] Download.

'''Blocking Unwanted Parasites with a Hosts File'''

*[http://winhelp2002.mvps.org/hosts.htm MVPS HOSTS File ] MVPS HOSTS FILE

Another layer to your system protection is the use of *[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hosts_file Hosts Files].

Originally used to block banners and advertising systems which also tracked users and affected privacy the MVPS HOSTS File has now been improved to also block known pararsites and bad domains.

Using the HOSTS FILE will make your browsing experience safer and faster as page load times are much improved where you do not load unwanted advertising material and you have another effective layer of protection from parasites.

The Winhelp page also lists some other HOSTS FILE utilities which can be very helpful.

On Win7 and Vista it is recommended to turn off the *[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microsoft_DNS DNS CLIENT] in SERVICES to prevent browsing slowing down due to a large DNS CACHE build up.
I have found instances where it is required to have the DNS CLIENT running, you can use the workarounds as listed on the page or simply flush your *[http://compnetworking.about.com/od/dns_domainnamesystem/f/what-is-a-dns-cache.htm DNS CACHE ] via the *[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Command_Promptor CMD PROMPT] using a utility such as *[http://www.softpedia.com/get/Security/Secure-cleaning/CCleaner.shtml CCLeaner.]--[[User:AdrianH|AdrianH]] 13:45, 1 January 2012 (GMT)

''' Blocking Web Bugs and Tracking Behaviour'''

*[http://www.ghostery.com/download Ghostery] Ghostery Web Bug blocking. Installed on your browser this informs you of and blocks web bugs and trackers that collect data on your browsing activities.

--[[User:Kitz|Kitz]] 01:06, 18 December 2011 (GMT)

System software

2012-02-17T13:27:36Z

Spammers: /* System Clean-up Tools */

Below are some links to useful system software applications.

__TOC__

== '''System Information''' ==

*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptprofiler.asp Computer Profiler] Details about your CPU, memory, operating system, even your computer's power source, are all displayed
*[http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html Belarc Advisor] Detailed profile of your installed software and hardware.
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptlanmon.asp LAN Monitor] Monitor your computer's connections to other computers (on your LAN, and on the Internet). See real-time traffic statistics
*[http://majorgeeks.com/Motherboard_Monitor_d311.html Motherboard Monitor] Senses & displays information from your Mobo chip such as CPU, HDD, GFx and Mobo temperatures and fan speeds.
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptdirprn.asp Directory Printer] Print the names, and other information, of all folders and files on your computer
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptsnoop.asp Snooper] Keep track of the programs your computer runs, even when you're away.
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptwinwatch.asp Window Watcher] See the hidden programs running on your computer.
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptfonts.asp Font Explorer] See the fonts available on your computer

== '''System Clean-up Tools''' ==

*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptcookie.asp Cookie Viewer] View Web browser "Cookies" left by the web site's you've visited.
*[http://www.softpedia.com/get/Security/Secure-cleaning/CCleaner.shtml CCleaner] Removes unused and temporary files etc from your system.
*[http://www.timeatlas.com/tutorials/Ccleaner.htm CCleaner tutorial] Video tutorial for CCleaner.
*[http://www.piriform.com/mac CCleaner for Mac ] CCleaner for Mac OSX

*[http://singularlabs.com/software/ccenhancer/ CCEnhancer ] CCEnhancer is a third party application that extends support for @500 programs to the ever popular CCleaner program. (Note: this is NOT produced or supported by Piriform)

*[http://www.softpedia.com/get/Security/Secure-cleaning/ATF-Cleaner.shtml ATF Cleaner] Browser / temp files etc removal.

*[http://systemexplorer.net/ System Explorer] System Explorer is a small but exceptionally powerful utility.This tool provides detailed information about Tasks, Processes, Modules, Startups, IE Addons, Uninstallers, Windows, Services, Drivers, Connections and Opened Files. (Help centre and forum available)
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptpruner.asp Registry Pruner] Remove unneeded entries from Windows' Registry.
*[http://www.freedownloadscenter.com/Utilities/System_Analysis_Utilities/Free_Window_Registry_Repair.html Window Registry Repair] Free Window Registry Repair.
*[http://www.pctools.com/registry-mechanic/ Registry Mechanic] Time limited Registry Cleaner
*[http://www.softpedia.com/get/Tweak/Registry-Tweak/RegCleaner.shtml RegCleaner ] Free Registry Cleaner

*[http://www.teamcti.com/pview/prcview.htm PrcView] Process Viewer for Windows
*[http://technet.microsoft.com/en-gb/sysinternals/bb896653.aspx ProcessExplorer] Process Explorer from SysInternals
*[http://www.freewarefiles.com/Itty-Bitty-Process-Manager_program_19220.html Itty Bitty Process Manager] Process Manager from the author of HJT

*[http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/sysinternals/bb897445.aspx RootkitRevealer] SysInternals Rootkit revealer for XP and WinServer 2003.

== '''Other System Tools''' ==

'''Utility'''

*[http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/downloads/windows-xp TweakUI] Access system settings that are not exposed in the Windows XP default user interface. (Part of the Power Toys suite)
*[http://technet.microsoft.com/en-gb/sysinternals/default.aspx Sysinternals] Site offering many Utility Tools for Windows.
*[http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/System-Miscellaneous/Windows-7-God-Mode-Tool.shtml GOD MODE ENABLER ] Simple enable/disable tool for Windows 7 GOD MODE, access all the hidden services,configuration pages and system information from a single page.(Sets GM icon on desktop.)
*[http://www.malwarebytes.org/products/startuplite StartUpLite ] StartUpLite removes unnecessary applications from start up, thus allowing Windows to start more quickly. Disussion and updates are found here *[http://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?showtopic=1248 StartUpLite Items List]

'''Backup'''

*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptreplicator.asp Karens Replicator] Automatically backup files, directories, even entire drives!
*[http://www.educ.umu.se/~cobian/cobianbackup.htm Cobian Backup] Open Source backup tool
*[http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?displaylang=en&id=15155 SyncToy] Synchronizes files and folders between locations
*[http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?id=17657 Robocopy] Free Command Line based replication. Part of Windows Server Resource Kit.

--[[User:Kitz|Kitz]] 11:24, 18 December 2011 (GMT)

2011-12-31T13:09:55Z

Spammers: /* System Clean-up Tools */

Below are some links to useful system software applications.

__TOC__

== '''System Information''' ==

*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptprofiler.asp Computer Profiler] Details about your CPU, memory, operating system, even your computer's power source, are all displayed
*[http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html Belarc Advisor] Detailed profile of your installed software and hardware.
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptlanmon.asp LAN Monitor] Monitor your computer's connections to other computers (on your LAN, and on the Internet). See real-time traffic statistics
*[http://majorgeeks.com/Motherboard_Monitor_d311.html Motherboard Monitor] Senses & displays information from your Mobo chip such as CPU, HDD, GFx and Mobo temperatures and fan speeds.
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptdirprn.asp Directory Printer] Print the names, and other information, of all folders and files on your computer
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptsnoop.asp Snooper] Keep track of the programs your computer runs, even when you're away.
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptwinwatch.asp Window Watcher] See the hidden programs running on your computer.
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptfonts.asp Font Explorer] See the fonts available on your computer

== '''System Clean-up Tools''' ==

*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptcookie.asp Cookie Viewer] View Web browser "Cookies" left by the web site's you've visited.
*[http://www.softpedia.com/get/Security/Secure-cleaning/CCleaner.shtml CCleaner] Removes unused and temporary files etc from your system
*[http://www.timeatlas.com/tutorials/Ccleaner.htm CCleaner tutorial] Video tutorial for CCleaner.
*[http://singularlabs.com/software/ccenhancer/ CCEnhancer ] CCEnhancer is a third party application that extends support for @500 programs to the ever popular CCleaner program. (Note: this is NOT produced or supported by Piriform)

*[http://www.softpedia.com/get/Security/Secure-cleaning/ATF-Cleaner.shtml ATF Cleaner] Browser / temp files etc removal.

*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptpruner.asp Registry Pruner] Remove unneeded entries from Windows' Registry.
*[http://www.freedownloadscenter.com/Utilities/System_Analysis_Utilities/Free_Window_Registry_Repair.html Window Registry Repair] Free Window Registry Repair.
*[http://www.pctools.com/registry-mechanic/ Registry Mechanic] Time limited Registry Cleaner
*[http://www.softpedia.com/get/Tweak/Registry-Tweak/RegCleaner.shtml RegCleaner ] Free Registry Cleaner

*[http://www.teamcti.com/pview/prcview.htm PrcView] Process Viewer for Windows
*[http://technet.microsoft.com/en-gb/sysinternals/bb896653.aspx ProcessExplorer] Process Explorer from SysInternals
*[http://www.freewarefiles.com/Itty-Bitty-Process-Manager_program_19220.html Itty Bitty Process Manager] Process Manager from the author of HJT

*[http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/sysinternals/bb897445.aspx RootkitRevealer] SysInternals Rootkit revealer for XP and WinServer 2003.

== '''Other System Tools''' ==

'''Utility'''

*[http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/downloads/windows-xp TweakUI] Access system settings that are not exposed in the Windows XP default user interface. (Part of the Power Toys suite)
*[http://technet.microsoft.com/en-gb/sysinternals/default.aspx Sysinternals] Site offering many Utility Tools for Windows.

'''Backup'''

*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptreplicator.asp Karens Replicator] Automatically backup files, directories, even entire drives!
*[http://www.educ.umu.se/~cobian/cobianbackup.htm Cobian Backup] Open Source backup tool
*[http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?displaylang=en&id=15155 SyncToy] Synchronizes files and folders between locations
*[http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?id=17657 Robocopy] Free Command Line based replication. Part of Windows Server Resource Kit.

--[[User:Kitz|Kitz]] 11:24, 18 December 2011 (GMT)

System software

2011-12-31T13:09:08Z

Spammers: /* System Clean-up Tools */

Below are some links to useful system software applications.

__TOC__

== '''System Information''' ==

*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptprofiler.asp Computer Profiler] Details about your CPU, memory, operating system, even your computer's power source, are all displayed
*[http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html Belarc Advisor] Detailed profile of your installed software and hardware.
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptlanmon.asp LAN Monitor] Monitor your computer's connections to other computers (on your LAN, and on the Internet). See real-time traffic statistics
*[http://majorgeeks.com/Motherboard_Monitor_d311.html Motherboard Monitor] Senses & displays information from your Mobo chip such as CPU, HDD, GFx and Mobo temperatures and fan speeds.
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptdirprn.asp Directory Printer] Print the names, and other information, of all folders and files on your computer
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptsnoop.asp Snooper] Keep track of the programs your computer runs, even when you're away.
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptwinwatch.asp Window Watcher] See the hidden programs running on your computer.
*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptfonts.asp Font Explorer] See the fonts available on your computer

== '''System Clean-up Tools''' ==

*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptcookie.asp Cookie Viewer] View Web browser "Cookies" left by the web site's you've visited.
*[http://www.softpedia.com/get/Security/Secure-cleaning/CCleaner.shtml CCleaner] Removes unused and temporary files etc from your system
*[http://www.timeatlas.com/tutorials/Ccleaner.htm CCleaner tutorial] Video tutorial for CCleaner.
*[http://singularlabs.com/software/ccenhancer/ CCEnhancer ] CCEnhancer is a third party application that extends support for @500 programs to the ever popular CCleaner program. (Note: this is NOT produced or supported by Piriform)

http://www.softpedia.com/get/Security/Secure-cleaning/ATF-Cleaner.shtml ATF Cleaner] Browser / temp files etc removal.

*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptpruner.asp Registry Pruner] Remove unneeded entries from Windows' Registry.
*[http://www.freedownloadscenter.com/Utilities/System_Analysis_Utilities/Free_Window_Registry_Repair.html Window Registry Repair] Free Window Registry Repair.
*[http://www.pctools.com/registry-mechanic/ Registry Mechanic] Time limited Registry Cleaner
*[http://www.softpedia.com/get/Tweak/Registry-Tweak/RegCleaner.shtml RegCleaner ] Free Registry Cleaner

*[http://www.teamcti.com/pview/prcview.htm PrcView] Process Viewer for Windows
*[http://technet.microsoft.com/en-gb/sysinternals/bb896653.aspx ProcessExplorer] Process Explorer from SysInternals
*[http://www.freewarefiles.com/Itty-Bitty-Process-Manager_program_19220.html Itty Bitty Process Manager] Process Manager from the author of HJT

*[http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/sysinternals/bb897445.aspx RootkitRevealer] SysInternals Rootkit revealer for XP and WinServer 2003.

== '''Other System Tools''' ==

'''Utility'''

*[http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/downloads/windows-xp TweakUI] Access system settings that are not exposed in the Windows XP default user interface. (Part of the Power Toys suite)
*[http://technet.microsoft.com/en-gb/sysinternals/default.aspx Sysinternals] Site offering many Utility Tools for Windows.

'''Backup'''

*[http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptreplicator.asp Karens Replicator] Automatically backup files, directories, even entire drives!
*[http://www.educ.umu.se/~cobian/cobianbackup.htm Cobian Backup] Open Source backup tool
*[http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?displaylang=en&id=15155 SyncToy] Synchronizes files and folders between locations
*[http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?id=17657 Robocopy] Free Command Line based replication. Part of Windows Server Resource Kit.

--[[User:Kitz|Kitz]] 11:24, 18 December 2011 (GMT)

Security software

2011-12-30T13:50:47Z

Spammers:

Security software

2011-12-29T19:55:54Z

Spammers: /* Firewalls */

Security software

2011-12-29T19:51:14Z

Spammers: /* On-line Virus Scanners */