Malwarebytes (Premium) for years now with NO infections of any kind. At least none That I know about. I also run defender once a month for a second opinion.
The best virus protection is an educated user. No software will prevent an idiot from opening or clicking on a link. Especially email scams. Thanx Brian
I personally haven't used any third party anti-virus for the past 7 years. Every now and again I would run a deep scan using malware bytes but that's about it.
@@nawaf8129 i have never used an anti virus and never had any problems. Downloaded probably 500+gb of movies and music, watched porn sadly and all that shit.never got any issues
Way back in 2005, I had a Acer Win XP and never used a virus protector for the 4 yrs I had the laptop. Never had problems. Not wise, I know. But today, things are more techie & savvy.
I used to have Norton 360 on my machine. We still use it on other devices and machines, but on mine it is no more. i was having issues with the pc and I suspect Norton probably messed it up. I couldn't even pause it, the option was greyed out. Before uninstalling it I let it do a full scan, it took over 5 hours. All clean. So unlikely a malware, just some software messed up things that only a full reinstall of the whole system fixed. I am learning (fast) how to get the most of the inbuilt MS defender and using other tools for online security like configuring browsers better, and, of course, being careful what I click on. I can clean temporary files with a simple command within Windows, don't need any other software to do it for me. Educating myself, learning, less is more sometimes for the PC performance and security. Many apps tend to be data funnels themselves, so they don't need to be in my PC. And for the worst, I have the bitlocker key backed up and all my important data. I am ready to start from scratch any other time!
Can anyone review or evaluate the quality of ESET Internet Security. I used to have it and it didn't seem to slow PC. Seemed to work well, and also scanned bootups. I gave it up for Defender, but somehow feel less secure.
When i first went online in 1998 i didn't know about viruses and other nasty stuff and my then PC was over whelmed with malware and viruses. Its only got worse then then.
Years ago I used to be a big advocate for Avast. But when they started bloating their AV with so much stuff that I started to notice the performance impact on my system, I threw it away and told everyone else to do the same. It's not the same it used to be, and the corporate art style they adopted is the icing on the cake.
I used to use Avast back in 2016, and honestly the performance impact was not only unreal, but even though I paid for the most expensive plan, almost EVERY feature was "Pay this to get that" "To use this feature, you need to buy it" "Subscribe to this extra small important feature to get access to it" I actually asked myself one day "I paid a premium for this suite to get what?? I thought the point of paying for the top plan like I would Norton, you got THE WHOLE THING." But oh well, I do still occasionally use Avast on less important PCs since it's the only AV I know of today that still offers a free option, same as I think it's the only AV left that still supports my retro XP gaming rig.
Avast has been the most disgusting Anti-virus for decades. I don't know if it's still a thing now but back then, every single time you launch a scan, it was always finding "imaginary" virus everytime out of nowhere! Now it's just a condensed pack of bloated unnecessary features. I've been using Kaspersky Internet Security for years and I've no problem. Using it with WDefender.
I first used Avast on my first PC back in 2011... it was alright till they put in SecureBrowser and a weird icon similar to wifi appeared in my system tray
This is why you always perform a custom install when said installer has that option. Also, in the settings of Avast, there is a option to modify components.
its all fun and games until you suddently realise that your microsoft account has been wiped for a few months. can't recover it, because to microsoft "it does not exist". And it took a different hack for me to realise this. I'm absolutely stunned at the moment, still have to wait for 30 days for recovery to even begin.
when the windows defender is powerful enough to auto scan and also have a extension for chrome it would be great bc then don't have to pay to make 3 party antivirus extensions for security and also the windows anti virus auto scans every 1 minut in the background so it will detect viruses if it finds it it will auto delete it if it is turned on and also the extension auto scans everytime you download or try go in a site it will scan it if it is safe or not like connection secured? and the other and it will auto block the site if it finds something dangerous
@@Britec09 Yeah I use to work others Pc. Now I just work on my own Asrock Deskmini. I see lots of your videos and Carey Holzman Channel too. In his and mine opinion Windows Defender and Malwarebytes is all you may need for security.
Many thanks Britec.. i didn't know whether to turn on periodic scanning by Windows Defender as i thought it would clash with Bitdefender free that i use.. Am i better off with Bitdefender or the improved Windows Defender? Many thanks
@@gazmix589 Honestly bitdefender isn't needed. It's a waste of resources. Windows defender does just as good if not better than bitdefender in some cases. Just don't go on sketchy websites and you will have no issues, but even then sketchy websites are few and far between now. If this was 5 years ago I would say get bitdefender, but now, windows defender is a standard IMHO.
i am using my built in Microsoft Defender i used them all misleading ads and adding that you can renew your purchase i had not order my firewall works very well too what i have learned this is my 3rd laptop it has caught or block viruses on defender even if you add one more antivirus program remember this it will crawl even more each time you use it which is also misleading to the public of pc users i am not a professional but i had experience negative impact on the last two laptops
I heard best buy geek squad said to someone i know that you do not need antivirus software on laptop i find it very irresponsible because there so many viruses we do not know about even if you have things backed up how do you know that it is not affecting your files
It really does come down to the user. I myself use Norton AV along with malware Bytes. Can I still get a virus or malware on my computer. You Bet! Others may say they used Win Defender for years and never had any issues. I guess it's whatever makes you sleep at night. Even the most sophisticated computer tech can get caught. I just try to be safe as best I know how. Britec09 is still my go to channel for advice.
The funny thing is people don't like windows collecting data but very few say anything about antivirus bundles collecting data on you that's just funny and another thing I found is I've been hacked a few times and the first thing a hacker does is disable your AV software but in my experience, they never disable windows defender
Was a fan of Kaspersky as it did the job quietly. Bitdefender was okay until it took a few gig away in log files. Now on Avast Free but agree , too bloated. Tempted using Windows Defender on it's own but old skool and can't change my image of it.
I was the same way. I forced myself to rid of any antivirus except windows defender (even got rid of malwarebytes) and have had 0 infections. Will never install a 3rd party antivirus again, all it does is take pointless recourses away.
This is why you always perform a custom install when said installer has that option. Also, in the settings of Avast, there is a option to modify components.
Windows defender is capable enough and doesn't slow your computer to an absolute crawl. I just use common sense. Don't go to dodgy websites or plug in devices of unknown origin or unknown content into my pc.
Currently using bitdefender. For several years ive been using 6 month paid softwares ..mcafee, trend, etc. But by aug i will switch back to using win defender. Cheers brian
Using Norton Security Ultra, long time (20+ years) subscriber and automatically,yearly subscription, 10 devices for $139.00, which includes Norton Ultra cleaning suite. Never had a problem,ever.
Not sure if you have done one yet, but could you do a video reviewing other Antivirus Software programs in 2022? Many thanks for all the great tips you bring to viewers!
I use Windows built in software, i used to also use Malwarebytes a long side as i got the premium version with my bank but that went downhill so that got uninstalled pronto 😁 never had an issue using only Windows defender
Same here, I used to have just malwarebytes and windows defender installed. Defender has become so good I don't even use malwarebytes anymore. Just a waste of resources tbh
Just very recently someone I know had a very bad ransomware attack because they could not be bothered to renew or download a free anti virus solution! They have locked everything! I've never been without antivirus
I am window 11 lite user....window defender is completely removed in lite version..i always care about security and privacy..so i am using tinywall firewall to block all unnecessary connections. And as for antivirus i am using webroot cloud based antivirus..which is very very lite on system...100% security and privacy 😊
God I love it when idiots try to spread misinformation and I call them out on it. Just had one try it on me, made them look like an idiot, then they doubled down and looked even more of an idiot. They deleted the comment as soon as I tried to respond again. If you're going to try and look smart, actually know the facts.
I just want to make people aware are of bitdefender even though you turn the VPN off they keep turning it back on again so you can't access certain websites you want to just be aware of this before you in install it many thanks Luke
From what I can recall, the rise of malware and viruses coincided with rises in software prices. People thought 'There's no way I'm paying for that!' and they went off looking for '100% Works! Cracked with serial!' and the vast majority of what they found was crawling! Then, they went to get any AV they could and it would always make them pay to get rid of whatever they'd picked up. AVG was good and free, but, boy was that thing a vampire! It needed 2gb of RAM to work properly alongside Windows and that was when the average desktop had 512mb. These days, if you know where to look, there are decent free alternatives to much of the paid software you think you need to use. If you stick with that, you should only need Windows Security. Just be careful where you surf!!
Back in the day when AVG was released, I always found it an odd coincidence that only client's that had it installed got infected with the Win32 Rontokbro malware! AVG, like Avast always sucked! I hate AVG, I will never trust AVG!
Always used Avira, its never ever gave me any issues and it feels like it never has any negative CPU impact on my PC. used many others and they always make my fps drop or i can feel something draggin ECT.
@@Britec09 yep it has to be honest! still works smooth for me though still luckily, but if they keep adding more stuff i will just go back to the windows defender.
been using avast for years (dont use their crappy one service i just use the antivirus) also have malwarebytes/hitman pro and all the ones in windows toolbox (run them all one by one every month just to be on the safe side)
Antivirus software is really necessary, cause windows defender lacks many features that an antivirus software offers. Kaspersky Bitdefender are really good. I prefer not keep Antivirus software running in background, as machine starts I perform a database update, quick scan and close it down. After that I will perform deep scan once a week. Antivirus softwares heavily affect system performance by scanning literally everything.
Ok, my question - i have lots of knownledge about how to not get infected compared to other people and i can spot an exe file thats not one i wanted or work around stuff like pishing. Do i still need to install anything better than Windows Defender? I've been using only defender for 5 years and nothing hurt me yet, but im still not sure if i can get hurt like in old times where just entering a link can mess up your PC. And if the anwser is "yes you can get hurt like that", are simple script stoping addons enough? Im 100% sure i can defend myself in cases that requires my action to be done to be infected or hacked like inputing a password or running an exe file. Do i need any protection from "automated" actions like a legit site that got hacked and now is malicious but noone knows yet?
People gotta stop acting like the world is gonna end everytime they find out the rest of the planets populations opinion differs from their own. windows defender has worked flawlessly for me for 7 years now.
So, since you deleted your previous comment. By your logic, if someone buys a house the construction company owns it because they built it? Before spewing and acting smart how about knowing how things work.
@@Derpingtonshere i see you still can't stand for people to have aan opinion that dffers from your own. Omg omg Omg the sky is falling because Breaking the forth walls opinion doesn't concurr with my own. dude stop it an go find something better to do. People have a right to leave a comment without being debased or harassed!
@@breakingthe4thwall260 oh you're allowed to have an opinion. But you're dumb for having that opinion, because it's documented. Holy shit I've never met someone so stupid to be proven wrong, then not just doubles down, but proceeds to triple down. You do realize other people can read what you say right?
Besides AV programs, I'll consider the "customer service". Whether I'm able to contact the customer service. In the past, I used Norton and the customer service (online) was always never present. So I dropped Norton like more than 10 years ago. Every since, I use McAfee AV program even though there are recent "rumors" about this program. I just wish to commend that the customer service (online) is very contactable and friendly to use. And the head office is in Austrialia (I think) which is kinda close to Singapore, unlike Norton.
When I was running Windows on bare metal, I always used ClamWin. But, now, Windows stays in a VM on Linux. Now Defender is caring for the protection if I go on the net with it.
I got Norton Premium for £13ish for 10 devices on Amazon Prime Day. As a paid product it is good has unrestricted VPN and all that but they STILL try to sell you anti-theft etc. Never used to be like that back in the day!
Same here. Along with Bitdefender anti ransom, Malwarebytes Anti Exploit, and Malwarebytes Browser Guard. Also added Defender Control for a quick turn off if I need to.
I use windows as a normal user, not as an admin. Thus, when I am asked for a password that I am not expecting, I don't answer the password dialog. I would like to know how vulnerable a normal user is.
i watched a video where they showed malware run with the person logged on as admin, vs one logged on as a standard user. Almost all malware needs admin to do any major changes so as standard it is very limited in what it can do. The only malware a standard user is vulnerable to though is ransomware although it will be "contained" to that person's profile and not infect the wider system. Much easier to remove if only in a person's account: simply delete the account, and create a new one, or just delete the user profile and the ransomware will be gone. Of course, that person will still have lost their files (unless they have backed them up), but at least they won't have to consider for example a clean install.
What do you think about programs like Hitman Pro Alert it tells you that you don't need to remove your antivirus and I've tested it Windows defender is still the dominant program.
Well for me Brian I reckon something is better than nothing and I run Eset Smart Security on my machines and the cost really is negligible in comparison of what these ratbags can do to one's system. I don't like the free stuff as it comes with so much bloat and I think quite a low amount of protection. One question to you is why do anti-virus software quarantine suspicious stuff instead of just deleting it?? So you say that the free stuff scans your info and farms it out and a bunch of other things - is this true about paid-for anti-virus software like I have?? Thanks for the heads up on Microsoft Defender being able to be still running with a paid for software on board🙂
This is why you always perform a custom install when said installer has that option. Also, in the settings of Avast, there is a option to modify components.
I used to be a Symantec/Norton fan, now Broadcom/Norton (formerly Symantec) can get lost! I've never trusted McAfee and I never will! I've always hated free AV software, I'll never install crap like Avast/AVG free! Your better off with Windows Defender! Microsoft has been proven to be more ethical than many paid AV software, let alone any free AV software!
I'll always rock windows defender. Due to me not being a complete Neanderthal. Just be safe & smart on the internet & you'll never need an anti virus. 😉
Well thing is if you are using cracked softwares like me you really do need antivirus plus you need to visit trusted websites for crack softwares if you are tech person you will know what i m saying 😅😅 i know some websites that are trustworthy 😅 because antivirus tells you it’s a virus even if it’s clean plus read comments what other people saying about that particular software crack you need to be very tricky in order to You can use these crack softwares
@@arithmetic7105 yeah i know the risks but i never had any issue it's been 15 years never had any issue and it's been 4 years since last i installed my windows 10 and it's still going on no viruses no malwayres
Many commenters praise paid AV. I use free Bitdefender with Windows Defender. Even before adding BD, I had no problems with WD. BD does now give me warnings about my trying to connect to dodgy sites, which WD doesn't. But how is a John Doe like me know what is really going on? One, maybe separate, thing is that a couple of times I get a severe "warning notice" that my computer is in immediate threat and tells me to call some number. I just cancel it and nothing bad results. What is that all about.
Lol, now a days it's risky no matter what av you have. I recently had Malwarebytes pro and defender and neither warned me I was infected. No matter what you use it can't catch them all. Am evaluating Webroot now!!
Antivirus software only advises you of known malicious code. If any malicious code is new and unknown it will attack you even if you have the best antivirus software. Just be careful and be cautious.
As a new convert to W10 & a 'modern' laptop, I find this support for Defender a bit confusing because I'd only just (a few nights ago) watched the video of Britec09 explaining the advantages of the free Bitdefender over Windows Defender! I might be a bit of a Luddite about these things ... Am I missing something?
Most virus killers behave like malware themselves nowadays. A complete resource hog! Better to stick to Microsoft's own security arrangements as Windows is slow enough as it is.
I've always used Avast about 11 years, yes it has become more of a member hog in some cases but with newer PC and the ability of higher Ram battery CPUs its not that noticeable, as for reading my data I'm not worried about that because I don't do anything but watch videos Facebook, every now and then research something. It would be hard for me to trust Windows Defender maybe one day I'll try it.
This isn't 10 years ago when defender was know as a joke. Defender is quite possibly one of the greatest out there right now. I even got rid of malwarebytes I trust it that much. Ask any tech nerd out there and they will tell you that you don't need any other antivirus and any other av is just wasting resources. But to each their own, if you don't trust it I am not gonna force your hands, but I just want people to know Windows defender is a great choice now.
Quite happy with Windows Defender but tempted to try Bit Defender. Hearing good things about that. either that or go back to norton Thanks for the video
You can go left or can go right and i don't recommend you go left but you need to go left and even when you go right it's not that good but you need to go right which I don't recommend so it's up to you to decide. I think it's very easy to decide, or maybe not !!!
It's generally not a good idea to run two antivirus' at the same time as it will bog your system down. I'd been using Avira for years up until recently on my Windows machines. I got sick of their pop ups for VPN, system speed-up etc. It used to be pretty good, but with all the bloat it was better just using defender nowadays. Although I was thinking of giving Bitdefender a go. While Linux is still prone to virus', the threat is reduced significantly as any virus generally needs root access to change anything on your system. By default, root accounts are disabled in Linux making it much harder to infect a system. Software is also installed from a repository not just any random site like Windows. Yes there's user repo's too,but being open source generally gets picked up pretty quick if there's something dodgey in the repo.
no a big no no firewall works well unless you visit alot of porn sites that is the problem with pc users slow to a crawl not saying everyone visit one but it is necessary i spent thousands of dollars on securing my last 2 laptops pcs i am on a brand new laptop now of an HP i can honestly say these antiviruses software money hungry administrators is just hungry for our money i am not going to pay one single dime again they fresh out of luck you download it than you are on your own not downing anyone but be mindful do not renew your purchase antivirus on line they scam also just be careful on how you spend your money do not be dupe have a great Wednesday
Cyber criminal attack a larger audience which is Windows, if cyber criminals are trying to make money, why would they go after a tiny market share like Linux? its not that Linux can't be infected by ransomware or malware, just not worth the effort with such a small user base.
That is completely incorrect. Cyber criminals are not interested in individual Windows desktops, past laying opportunistic traps for the unsuspecting. Cyber criminals are after data, access, corporate espionage and making political attacks on business and governments, they're targeting Linux and BSD servers all day everyday, because that's where the data and infrastructure is. Anyone who says Linux isn't under constant attack, however they try to justify it, simply does not know what they're talking about or have political reasons for stating otherwise.
"...as long as you keep Windows up to date by using Windows Update..." Spread the lie often enough and it becomes the truth. Microsoft's revenue stream depends on the data it retrieves from each individual machine, every time Windows Updates.
So you should never update your computer? No thanks I think I’ll just continue using my computer normally without being on an older version. Who cares if Microsoft gets revenue. They have billions.
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CommonSense Pro 2022
Symantec endpoint protection here..! What are your thoughts about it?!
I use clamwin even with Microsoft security defender. On linux I use clamwin
Windows defender is enough
Malwarebytes (Premium) for years now with NO infections of any kind. At least none That I know about. I also run defender once a month for a second opinion.
The best virus protection is an educated user. No software will prevent an idiot from opening or clicking on a link. Especially email scams. Thanx Brian
Could not agree more
Even if they are well educated on the dangers, they will still probably fall for some trap.
Thanks for the great info!
actually had Norton, on its own, delete all my passwords literally. I'm pissed and leaving Norton.
I personally haven't used any third party anti-virus for the past 7 years. Every now and again I would run a deep scan using malware bytes but that's about it.
Wait till you encounter an exploit.
@@nawaf8129 i have never used an anti virus and never had any problems. Downloaded probably 500+gb of movies and music, watched porn sadly and all that shit.never got any issues
ESET NOD32 - Best AV I use and have resold for the past 15 years.
NOD32 has very low impact on the system
Way back in 2005, I had a Acer Win XP and never used a virus protector for the 4 yrs I had the laptop. Never had problems. Not wise, I know. But today, things are more techie & savvy.
I used to have Norton 360 on my machine. We still use it on other devices and machines, but on mine it is no more. i was having issues with the pc and I suspect Norton probably messed it up. I couldn't even pause it, the option was greyed out. Before uninstalling it I let it do a full scan, it took over 5 hours. All clean. So unlikely a malware, just some software messed up things that only a full reinstall of the whole system fixed.
I am learning (fast) how to get the most of the inbuilt MS defender and using other tools for online security like configuring browsers better, and, of course, being careful what I click on. I can clean temporary files with a simple command within Windows, don't need any other software to do it for me. Educating myself, learning, less is more sometimes for the PC performance and security. Many apps tend to be data funnels themselves, so they don't need to be in my PC. And for the worst, I have the bitlocker key backed up and all my important data. I am ready to start from scratch any other time!
Eset NOD has always been my favorite, the most Lightweight consumes fewer resources.
I agree on that
Can anyone review or evaluate the quality of ESET Internet Security. I used to have it and it didn't seem to slow PC. Seemed to work well, and also scanned bootups. I gave it up for Defender, but somehow feel less secure.
When i first went online in 1998 i didn't know about viruses and other nasty stuff and my then PC was over whelmed with malware and viruses. Its only got worse then then.
this is very well-explained. thanks
Years ago I used to be a big advocate for Avast. But when they started bloating their AV with so much stuff that I started to notice the performance impact on my system, I threw it away and told everyone else to do the same. It's not the same it used to be, and the corporate art style they adopted is the icing on the cake.
Not a fan of Avast myself
I used to use Avast back in 2016, and honestly the performance impact was not only unreal, but even though I paid for the most expensive plan, almost EVERY feature was "Pay this to get that" "To use this feature, you need to buy it" "Subscribe to this extra small important feature to get access to it" I actually asked myself one day "I paid a premium for this suite to get what?? I thought the point of paying for the top plan like I would Norton, you got THE WHOLE THING." But oh well, I do still occasionally use Avast on less important PCs since it's the only AV I know of today that still offers a free option, same as I think it's the only AV left that still supports my retro XP gaming rig.
Avast has been the most disgusting Anti-virus for decades. I don't know if it's still a thing now but back then, every single time you launch a scan, it was always finding "imaginary" virus everytime out of nowhere! Now it's just a condensed pack of bloated unnecessary features.
I've been using Kaspersky Internet Security for years and I've no problem. Using it with WDefender.
I first used Avast on my first PC back in 2011... it was alright till they put in SecureBrowser and a weird icon similar to wifi appeared in my system tray
This is why you always perform a custom install when said installer has that option.
Also, in the settings of Avast, there is a option to modify components.
Well, i use Norton Security Ultra and it is a really good anti-virus and it works perfectly for me.
All boils down to personal preferences in the end.
its all fun and games until you suddently realise that your microsoft account has been wiped for a few months. can't recover it, because to microsoft "it does not exist". And it took a different hack for me to realise this. I'm absolutely stunned at the moment, still have to wait for 30 days for recovery to even begin.
when the windows defender is powerful enough to auto scan and also have a extension for chrome it would be great bc then don't have to pay to make 3 party antivirus extensions for security and also the windows anti virus auto scans every 1 minut in the background so it will detect viruses if it finds it it will auto delete it if it is turned on and also the extension auto scans everytime you download or try go in a site it will scan it if it is safe or not like connection secured? and the other and it will auto block the site if it finds something dangerous
Most anti virus has a lot of bloat and sales in mind. And they often charge way too much for their services in my opinion.
I use comodo firewall with avast free after disabling windows defender and thats it
I've never used a Antivirus Protection Software, & never needed it.
using norton 360 delux for up to 5 devices here pay 110 dollars yearly subscription
Wow that is expensive, you can get that same deal for $20 a year
@@Britec09 its works great for me here
never been infected since using
@@Britec09 actually payed in dollars 109.99
I just use Windows Defender along with Malwarebytes. Haven't had any issues.
Very nice combo
@@Britec09 Yeah I use to work others Pc. Now I just work on my own Asrock Deskmini. I see lots of your videos and Carey Holzman Channel too. In his and mine opinion Windows Defender and Malwarebytes is all you may need for security.
Hi Brian, what do you think about Comodo Antivirus?
Are they still updating that software?
@@Britec09 I have no idea... that is why I asked you. :)
Many thanks Britec.. i didn't know whether to turn on periodic scanning by Windows Defender as i thought it would clash with Bitdefender free that i use.. Am i better off with Bitdefender or the improved Windows Defender? Many thanks
You're welcome
@@Britec09I guess that means it's OK 🤔,i'd just like to know if ok? thanks
@@gazmix589 Honestly bitdefender isn't needed. It's a waste of resources. Windows defender does just as good if not better than bitdefender in some cases. Just don't go on sketchy websites and you will have no issues, but even then sketchy websites are few and far between now. If this was 5 years ago I would say get bitdefender, but now, windows defender is a standard IMHO.
periodic scanning in Defender along with Bitdefender, thanks?
So whats lightweight free av which doesn't impact performance while gaming or CAD
ad blocker, nothing else
I have been using NORTON Antivirus since 2008
Isn't Kaspersky residing in Moscow? Under current situation do I need to say more?
i am using my built in Microsoft Defender i used them all misleading ads and adding that you can renew your purchase i had not order my firewall works very well too what i have learned this is my 3rd laptop it has caught or block viruses on defender even if you add one more antivirus program remember this it will crawl even more each time you use it which is also misleading to the public of pc users i am not a professional but i had experience negative impact on the last two laptops
Windows defender on this Win 11 machine but generally NOD32
NOD32 is very good
I heard best buy geek squad said to someone i know that you do not need antivirus software on laptop i find it very irresponsible because there so many viruses we do not know about even if you have things backed up how do you know that it is not affecting your files
It really does come down to the user. I myself use Norton AV along with malware Bytes. Can I still get a virus or malware on my computer. You Bet! Others may say they used Win Defender for years and never had any issues. I guess it's whatever makes you sleep at night. Even the most sophisticated computer tech can get caught. I just try to be safe as best I know how. Britec09 is still my go to channel for advice.
The funny thing is people don't like windows collecting data but very few say anything about antivirus bundles collecting data on you that's just funny and another thing I found is I've been hacked a few times and the first thing a hacker does is disable your AV software but in my experience, they never disable windows defender
valid point
Was a fan of Kaspersky as it did the job quietly. Bitdefender was okay until it took a few gig away in log files. Now on Avast Free but agree , too bloated. Tempted using Windows Defender on it's own but old skool and can't change my image of it.
I was the same way. I forced myself to rid of any antivirus except windows defender (even got rid of malwarebytes) and have had 0 infections. Will never install a 3rd party antivirus again, all it does is take pointless recourses away.
This is why you always perform a custom install when said installer has that option.
Also, in the settings of Avast, there is a option to modify components.
Windows defender is capable enough and doesn't slow your computer to an absolute crawl. I just use common sense. Don't go to dodgy websites or plug in devices of unknown origin or unknown content into my pc.
Make's sense
@@TYPICALGHOSTSNIPER For example? Whatever, that malware would have to better than your English to be a threat.
@@nedludd7622 "would have to better than your English" 🙃🤣
@@nedludd7622 u meant ur english?🤣
@@nedludd7622 and what about your english 😂😂
Thank you, Brian for your videos!! We surely do appreciate it! :-)
Cheers Lewis
avg antivirus has been great for over 5 years
Currently using bitdefender. For several years ive been using 6 month paid softwares ..mcafee, trend, etc. But by aug i will switch back to using win defender. Cheers brian
I like Bitdefender.
Using Norton Security Ultra, long time (20+ years) subscriber and automatically,yearly subscription, 10 devices for $139.00, which includes Norton Ultra cleaning suite. Never had a problem,ever.
I am using Norton right now
yes you do -if you surf on whatever page you do and if you have a parents in + 60? you do since they assume other things
Still I would say that Kaspersky's free AV offering is the best out of other free AVs...
Not sure if you have done one yet, but could you do a video reviewing other Antivirus Software programs in 2022? Many thanks for all the great tips you bring to viewers!
A real good packet inspection firewall
I always use firewall
Brian, where would a virus hide on a computer and how could you find it ?. Please make a video on how to find and remove viruses.
Virus removal video number 5001. Searching isn't that hard.
I use Windows built in software, i used to also use Malwarebytes a long side as i got the premium version with my bank but that went downhill so that got uninstalled pronto 😁 never had an issue using only Windows defender
Same here, I used to have just malwarebytes and windows defender installed. Defender has become so good I don't even use malwarebytes anymore. Just a waste of resources tbh
Just very recently someone I know had a very bad ransomware attack because they could not be bothered to renew or download a free anti virus solution! They have locked everything! I've never been without antivirus
I am window 11 lite user....window defender is completely removed in lite version..i always care about security and privacy..so i am using tinywall firewall to block all unnecessary connections. And as for antivirus i am using webroot cloud based antivirus..which is very very lite on system...100% security and privacy 😊
God I love it when idiots try to spread misinformation and I call them out on it. Just had one try it on me, made them look like an idiot, then they doubled down and looked even more of an idiot. They deleted the comment as soon as I tried to respond again. If you're going to try and look smart, actually know the facts.
I just want to make people aware are of bitdefender even though you turn the VPN off they keep turning it back on again so you can't access certain websites you want to just be aware of this before you in install it many thanks Luke
I uninstalled the Bitdefender's VPN and no more problem
From what I can recall, the rise of malware and viruses coincided with rises in software prices. People thought 'There's no way I'm paying for that!' and they went off looking for '100% Works! Cracked with serial!' and the vast majority of what they found was crawling! Then, they went to get any AV they could and it would always make them pay to get rid of whatever they'd picked up. AVG was good and free, but, boy was that thing a vampire! It needed 2gb of RAM to work properly alongside Windows and that was when the average desktop had 512mb. These days, if you know where to look, there are decent free alternatives to much of the paid software you think you need to use. If you stick with that, you should only need Windows Security. Just be careful where you surf!!
Good advice Roger
Hi, rog. Only time AVs did really function was at time of CIH virus
This comment is so fuckin relatable and true 😂
@@oamjagtap2873 CIH was a very destructible virus that appeared in 1998, and did ruin many motherboards
Back in the day when AVG was released, I always found it an odd coincidence that only client's that had it installed got infected with the Win32 Rontokbro malware! AVG, like Avast always sucked! I hate AVG, I will never trust AVG!
Yea u don't need antivirus if u have windows defender but
Windows defender/Windows Security takes hugh ram cpu so that's a big issue
WD for me not had a problem for years
Nice, it has got a lot better
Short answer is always: yes
Windows Defender isnt just an AV
You can block stuff with dns and router software
Always used Avira, its never ever gave me any issues and it feels like it never has any negative CPU impact on my PC. used many others and they always make my fps drop or i can feel something draggin ECT.
Avira has also become very bloated
@@Britec09 yep it has to be honest! still works smooth for me though still luckily, but if they keep adding more stuff i will just go back to the windows defender.
Avira was used to be called H+BEDV Datentechnik back in its beginnings...
Avira and Avast are owned by the same company.
been using avast for years (dont use their crappy one service i just use the antivirus)
also have malwarebytes/hitman pro and all the ones in windows toolbox (run them all one by one every month just to be on the safe side)
Antivirus software is really necessary, cause windows defender lacks many features that an antivirus software offers.
Kaspersky Bitdefender are really good.
I prefer not keep Antivirus software running in background, as machine starts I perform a database update, quick scan and close it down.
After that I will perform deep scan once a week.
Antivirus softwares heavily affect system performance by scanning literally everything.
Ok, my question - i have lots of knownledge about how to not get infected compared to other people and i can spot an exe file thats not one i wanted or work around stuff like pishing. Do i still need to install anything better than Windows Defender? I've been using only defender for 5 years and nothing hurt me yet, but im still not sure if i can get hurt like in old times where just entering a link can mess up your PC. And if the anwser is "yes you can get hurt like that", are simple script stoping addons enough?
Im 100% sure i can defend myself in cases that requires my action to be done to be infected or hacked like inputing a password or running an exe file. Do i need any protection from "automated" actions like a legit site that got hacked and now is malicious but noone knows yet?
People gotta stop acting like the world is gonna end everytime they find out the rest of the planets populations opinion differs from their own. windows defender has worked flawlessly for me for 7 years now.
So, since you deleted your previous comment. By your logic, if someone buys a house the construction company owns it because they built it? Before spewing and acting smart how about knowing how things work.
@@Derpingtonshere i see you still can't stand for people to have aan opinion that dffers from your own. Omg omg Omg the sky is falling because Breaking the forth walls opinion doesn't concurr with my own. dude stop it an go find something better to do. People have a right to leave a comment without being debased or harassed!
@@breakingthe4thwall260 oh you're allowed to have an opinion. But you're dumb for having that opinion, because it's documented. Holy shit I've never met someone so stupid to be proven wrong, then not just doubles down, but proceeds to triple down. You do realize other people can read what you say right?
Besides AV programs, I'll consider the "customer service". Whether I'm able to contact the customer service. In the past, I used Norton and the customer service (online) was always never present. So I dropped Norton like more than 10 years ago. Every since, I use McAfee AV program even though there are recent "rumors" about this program. I just wish to commend that the customer service (online) is very contactable and friendly to use. And the head office is in Austrialia (I think) which is kinda close to Singapore, unlike Norton.
When I was running Windows on bare metal, I always used ClamWin. But, now, Windows stays in a VM on Linux. Now Defender is caring for the protection if I go on the net with it.
No Windows Defender and common sense is all you need. 👍
So no AV what's so ever? bit risky
@@Britec09 yes, Windows Defender, an updated browser is your first line of defence.
One out of two ain't bad...
@@Mario583a Yes, that's right.
I got Norton Premium for £13ish for 10 devices on Amazon Prime Day. As a paid product it is good has unrestricted VPN and all that but they STILL try to sell you anti-theft etc. Never used to be like that back in the day!
I am on Norton now, VPN is very good.
@@Britec09 indeed it is and no data limitations fair play!! How tines have changed Norton used to be the one to avoid now the go to!!
exactly what I thought you would say and I agree windows defender is all you need.
Windows Defender + Free Version of Malwarebytes
Nice combo
Same here. Along with Bitdefender anti ransom, Malwarebytes Anti Exploit, and Malwarebytes Browser Guard. Also added Defender Control for a quick turn off if I need to.
Please review and test huorong internet security with update
I use windows as a normal user, not as an admin. Thus, when I am asked for a password that I am not expecting, I don't answer the password dialog. I would like to know how vulnerable a normal user is.
i watched a video where they showed malware run with the person logged on as admin, vs one logged on as a standard user. Almost all malware needs admin to do any major changes so as standard it is very limited in what it can do. The only malware a standard user is vulnerable to though is ransomware although it will be "contained" to that person's profile and not infect the wider system. Much easier to remove if only in a person's account: simply delete the account, and create a new one, or just delete the user profile and the ransomware will be gone. Of course, that person will still have lost their files (unless they have backed them up), but at least they won't have to consider for example a clean install.
right
left :P
What do you think about programs like Hitman Pro Alert it tells you that you don't need to remove your antivirus and I've tested it Windows defender is still the dominant program.
Good for second opinion
Well for me Brian I reckon something is better than nothing and I run Eset Smart Security on my machines and the cost really is negligible in comparison of what these ratbags can do to one's system. I don't like the free stuff as it comes with so much bloat and I think quite a low amount of protection. One question to you is why do anti-virus software quarantine suspicious stuff instead of just deleting it?? So you say that the free stuff scans your info and farms it out and a bunch of other things - is this true about paid-for anti-virus software like I have?? Thanks for the heads up on Microsoft Defender being able to be still running with a paid for software on board🙂
what about Zone Alarm anti virus and firewall
avast use to be light now its worse than avg
I agree, bloated
This is why you always perform a custom install when said installer has that option.
Also, in the settings of Avast, there is a option to modify components.
I used to be a Symantec/Norton fan, now Broadcom/Norton (formerly Symantec) can get lost! I've never trusted McAfee and I never will! I've always hated free AV software, I'll never install crap like Avast/AVG free! Your better off with Windows Defender! Microsoft has been proven to be more ethical than many paid AV software, let alone any free AV software!
yes
Short answer: yes
I'll always rock windows defender. Due to me not being a complete Neanderthal. Just be safe & smart on the internet & you'll never need an anti virus. 😉
Neanderthals were very intelligent lol
Well thing is if you are using cracked softwares like me you really do need antivirus plus you need to visit trusted websites for crack softwares if you are tech person you will know what i m saying 😅😅 i know some websites that are trustworthy 😅 because antivirus tells you it’s a virus even if it’s clean plus read comments what other people saying about that particular software crack you need to be very tricky in order to You can use these crack softwares
cracked software is never a good thing
@@Britec09 yeah i know but sometimes we can’t afford somethings but we need them
Lol you have no idea what the risks are using cracked software, go download something which is free.
@@arithmetic7105 yeah i know the risks but i never had any issue it's been 15 years never had any issue and it's been 4 years since last i installed my windows 10 and it's still going on no viruses no malwayres
Many commenters praise paid AV. I use free Bitdefender with Windows Defender. Even before adding BD, I had no problems with WD. BD does now give me warnings about my trying to connect to dodgy sites, which WD doesn't. But how is a John Doe like me know what is really going on?
One, maybe separate, thing is that a couple of times I get a severe "warning notice" that my computer is in immediate threat and tells me to call some number. I just cancel it and nothing bad results. What is that all about.
Bitdefender Total Security
Bitdefender is very good.
@@Britec09 But its problem that it eats ram
Lol, now a days it's risky no matter what av you have. I recently had Malwarebytes pro and defender and neither warned me I was infected. No matter what you use it can't catch them all. Am evaluating Webroot now!!
Antivirus software only advises you of known malicious code. If any malicious code is new and unknown it will attack you even if you have the best antivirus software. Just be careful and be cautious.
Awesome video
Thanks!
As a new convert to W10 & a 'modern' laptop, I find this support for Defender a bit confusing because I'd only just (a few nights ago) watched the video of Britec09 explaining the advantages of the free Bitdefender over Windows Defender! I might be a bit of a Luddite about these things ... Am I missing something?
Like I said, I make tutorials on doing things, I said in the disable defender I don't recommend doing it, its for people that do.
It's all a load of BS (Bloat Software) 😁
Most virus killers behave like malware themselves nowadays. A complete resource hog! Better to stick to Microsoft's own security arrangements as Windows is slow enough as it is.
I've always used Avast about 11 years, yes it has become more of a member hog in some cases but with newer PC and the ability of higher Ram battery CPUs its not that noticeable, as for reading my data I'm not worried about that because I don't do anything but watch videos Facebook, every now and then research something. It would be hard for me to trust Windows Defender maybe one day I'll try it.
This isn't 10 years ago when defender was know as a joke. Defender is quite possibly one of the greatest out there right now. I even got rid of malwarebytes I trust it that much. Ask any tech nerd out there and they will tell you that you don't need any other antivirus and any other av is just wasting resources. But to each their own, if you don't trust it I am not gonna force your hands, but I just want people to know Windows defender is a great choice now.
do we worry about the hardware or ditch'em like eggheads i ask :p
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Windows Defender is more than enough for me.
I agree, Windows Defender has made some big improvements in the last year
If you all have common sense Windows Defender is good enough👍👍👍
I agree
What if you don't have common sense like most people that just roll with Windows Defender?
0:00 Sounded like your voice cracked. Maybe a virus? 🤪🤪
just use common sense antivirus
Quite happy with Windows Defender but tempted to try Bit Defender. Hearing good things about that. either that or go back to norton
Thanks for the video
You should!
@@Britec09Where can I read and learn about Bitdefender?
You can go left or can go right and i don't recommend you go left but you need to go left and even when you go right it's not that good but you need to go right which I don't recommend so it's up to you to decide. I think it's very easy to decide, or maybe not !!!
It's generally not a good idea to run two antivirus' at the same time as it will bog your system down.
I'd been using Avira for years up until recently on my Windows machines. I got sick of their pop ups for VPN, system speed-up etc. It used to be pretty good, but with all the bloat it was better just using defender nowadays. Although I was thinking of giving Bitdefender a go.
While Linux is still prone to virus', the threat is reduced significantly as any virus generally needs root access to change anything on your system. By default, root accounts are disabled in Linux making it much harder to infect a system. Software is also installed from a repository not just any random site like Windows. Yes there's user repo's too,but being open source generally gets picked up pretty quick if there's something dodgey in the repo.
no a big no no firewall works well unless you visit alot of porn sites that is the problem with pc users slow to a crawl not saying everyone visit one but it is necessary i spent thousands of dollars on securing my last 2 laptops pcs i am on a brand new laptop now of an HP i can honestly say these antiviruses software money hungry administrators is just hungry for our money i am not going to pay one single dime again they fresh out of luck you download it than you are on your own not downing anyone but be mindful do not renew your purchase antivirus on line they scam also just be careful on how you spend your money do not be dupe have a great Wednesday
"What systems are infected by ransomware in 2020" We Linux people are sooo marginal that ransom gangstas do not waste their time on us . 🤣
Cyber criminal attack a larger audience which is Windows, if cyber criminals are trying to make money, why would they go after a tiny market share like Linux? its not that Linux can't be infected by ransomware or malware, just not worth the effort with such a small user base.
That is completely incorrect. Cyber criminals are not interested in individual Windows desktops, past laying opportunistic traps for the unsuspecting. Cyber criminals are after data, access, corporate espionage and making political attacks on business and governments, they're targeting Linux and BSD servers all day everyday, because that's where the data and infrastructure is. Anyone who says Linux isn't under constant attack, however they try to justify it, simply does not know what they're talking about or have political reasons for stating otherwise.
First comment
I am always first :P
"...as long as you keep Windows up to date by using Windows Update..."
Spread the lie often enough and it becomes the truth.
Microsoft's revenue stream depends on the data it retrieves from each individual machine, every time Windows Updates.
So you should never update your computer? No thanks I think I’ll just continue using my computer normally without being on an older version. Who cares if Microsoft gets revenue. They have billions.
Anyway, in 2022 Linux is much better than Windows 11. Win11 is a spy tool, bloated and very slow. Tried it and switched to Linux. Best decision ever.