Hello From Cali!

Hello Everybody, I've been reading this site for little while. A friend told me about this site to help my computer. Hopefully we have some fun. :major

Long time sunflowerseed

Also I have no idea where to post this. I see there's different threads/sections for items. I want to know what are like all the bad things that can be harmful for a computer? Virus, trojans, spyware, etc..? And also what each one is? Another thing is I am said to say it but I have no protection on my computer at this time due to me deleting it. I don't really know "how to use the firewalls, virus scanners, spyware scanners, etc.. So what I want to know is what is better to use for all these bad things? I may not be right but I think that "certain programs like AVG" only stop/protect/get rid of (certain) things just example 20 out of 1000 things.. So if programs only pertect certain things.. Then why not have many on a computer? And because of this scary thing of only being able to protect some of the trash.. then What do you guys suggest I protect against? What programs? I need many opinions please of what programs and why? Also I use the computer for person information like bank info and etc.. And I need it to be protected pretty well. I have a Windows XP

Edit - Forgot to mention this but The programs I do eventually download to protect/get rid of/etc I want to learn the inside of them and learn how to actually Run them and change things if needed. I just downloaded avg ran/deleted and nothing else.. Also I had something with a tea timer which slowed the computer down fairly good too.. Like I don't even know what that tea timer meant this is why Id like to be able to read and change/if needed customize these programs to fit me.

 

Well according to legend Cali knows how to party so you'll show us how to have fun,welcome

 

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Hello, Sunflowerseeds. If it's fun you're after, you in the right place. ​

If you are needing advice on which anti malware and security programmes to choose, why not visit the Malware Removal or software forums and post a question for the experts? It's not just for getting rid of nasties, it's also for people who need answers to questions like yours. Good luck.​

EDIT. Oh, yeah, Sunflower, Kes is one of the malware fighters here at MGs. Ask away, you'll get all the guidance you need. ​

 

to sunflowerseeds
Hopefully to have some fun? Don't got a clue what you're asking for,do you?:-D
Welcome to Major Geeks.
Joey was right about Kes. One of the best, if not THE best, in the game.
So have some fun and maybe learn some on the side.

 

We can accept the " one of" then.

 

Now for programs like firewalls, virus, spyware, etc..Do I need to keep these up each time I am online? Or just keep the firewall on and use others to only open and scan when searching for virus/bad things. Also is there firewalls built into virus programs like avg? Or would I need another firewall with avg for my virus protector?

 

I personally have ONLY my AV,firewall, and a couple of antispyware programs starting on bootup.
They stay on even when I'm not online.

 

So PC Tools you said was good firewall? I heard friend say he used Comando or something on those lines. But If that PC Tool is good firewall Ill use it. Also firewalls are what stops people from gaining access right? I d have to read on what firewall I use, so I can help and read how to block things.

 

Good to see a Cali.person.
Grew up in Topanga Canyon myself.
The hills of the try state are lonely.
Just came on my self,the foak here are supper.:-D
Welcome,glad you came on.

 

:wave and welcome sunflowerseeds to MG's! The people on here are great and it is also a fun place to be!! Enjoy and learn....that's what I do

 

Welcome, sunflowerseeds, to THE best site ever...:wave
If learning is what you are interested in, this is the best place :-D
If you want to have fun, you sure can't beat this place for that too! :-D:-D

Kestrel13!, I don't think anyone would tell you off here, would they? Not one of the best!

 

AH, yes, da rulez...... Yup, must follow them too.. Even still, you can keep them at bay!! :-D

hey, just a little curiosity, "Kestrel13" doesn't really like to eat little birdies, now do ya?