How Do I Make My Desktop Totally Secure

Hi,

I have a Desktop system with Win XP ( PRO ).

I have a Broadband Connectionfrom my telephone company that uses a modem to connect.

I have installed following software for security but no other Hardware for Security. I want to know, how secure my system is & what else do I need to make it more secure.

Nod 32 antivirus
Zone Alarm PRO Firewall with spyware
Super Antispyware

I am not sure how good Zone Alarm & Super Antispyware are so any suggestions would be appreciated.

Please help. I am not a techy.

I heard that using an extra hardware ( I think a Router ? ) helps but I do not know what kind of Router & which Brand & what Specs I need. Also where do I connect that Router to ? Any graphical illustration would help a lot.

Not all brands are available where I am located.

Thank You.

 

For the Home user, a software antivirus, firewall and antispy protection is good enough. It's always good to have a Modem that has a built in firewall but it's not required as your software firewall will handle pretty much everything.

You should see this article on How to Protect yourself from malware!

 

Thank You. Really appreciate it.

 

You're Welcome!:major