Originally Posted By: 28oz
Originally Posted By: JustinH
Originally Posted By: 28oz
Originally Posted By: JustinH
I really don't think many home users need an AV client anymore, the built in windows defender plus automatic patches is not bad.
Please tell me you're kidding! I'm a very strong advocate for Unified Threat Management (UTM) systems..........even for home users. If you think you're safe......you aren't.
Not kidding at all, most infections are related to user behavior.
If you are behind a NAT firewall, and you browse reasonably with a patched windows 10 system you are fine.
I can't remember the last time I had a virus on ANY of my pc's.
Also logging in with a non admin account is critical as well.
Originally Posted By: ndfergy
Originally Posted By: 28oz
Originally Posted By: JustinH
I really don't think many home users need an AV client anymore, the built in windows defender plus automatic patches is not bad.
Please tell me you're kidding! I'm a very strong advocate for Unified Threat Management (UTM) systems..........even for home users. If you think you're safe......you aren't.
Ok, if you have a home network with kids and their hormones firing off in all directions then fine. Even still, I wouldn't have my own computer on their network. Otherwise W10 Defender or other free protection is fine. I haven't been hit with a virus/malware in ages. Mostly because I don't visit dodgy sites or open unsolicited emails. Even if I did, no biggie, I've got a clone backup to pop in to keep on keepin' on. Best part, it's free.
OK, I get that. Kids in the house definitely elevates the risk. You're also free to feel like you're safe because of NAT'ing and being selective with your web browsing. I politely disagree and wish you the best of luck (having a clone backup is a great idea). Most people who are infected don't know it. What good is a virus/worm/botnet/trojan, if the target knows they're infected or compromised? You could log into your bank securely, but what if they're infected? Point is, I take this stuff seriously, maybe even with a little paranoia. Having TS/SCI and working in the Cyber threat realm everyday will do that to you, I suppose. I personally like having multiple layers of security even for my home network. Better safe than sorry. Wish you all the best.
I think one of the best things a person can do is setup two factor authentication on important services such as banking or email.
With that, and the latest OS with patches, I think you are WAY ahead of most of the population for security.