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McAfee pushed out a malformed security patch early on Wednesday that wound up crippling computers running Windows XP, but there is a fix available. Users should note that it’s labor-intensive and must be applied manually to each computer. If you’re running Windows Vista or Windows 7, your computer shouldn’t be affected by the bad update.
This sounds familiar.
It is a Zionist conspiracy
#- Theone — The only perfectly secure PC is no PC.
“You two seem to think Linux is perfect and free of viruses and hacks and history has already shown it’s not.” – Linux is not perfect and I know this because I have been using Linux as my main OS for about 12 years. Unix (linux) type OSes probably get rootkitted more than they get viruses.
I just think that there are two factors that give the Windows arena the advantage for lousy security. One of the factors is ignorant users which you mentioned. The other factor is an OS that is not locked down at purchase time. From XP SP2 to Windows 7, Microsoft has fixed some of the holes but there are plenty more. Not only is the Windows arena a hunting ground for ill-intentioned programmers it is also home for all those annoying script kiddies.
If you want fun, create viruses for OpneBSD just to annoy Theo de Raadt.
And this is why you don’t use anti-virus software from mega corporations… I’ve seen both Norton and McAfee both bring PCs to their knees.
Avira + Sygate + Microsoft Security Essentials + OpenDNS = pretty good free protection.
FYI, it looks like McAfee is putting some $$$ into not losing their customers:
“…If you have already incurred costs to repair your PC as a result of this issue, we’re committed to reimbursing reasonable expenses. Steps to process your reimbursement request will be posted in the next few days. Please check back here in a few days.
Because we value our loyal customers, if your PC was rendered inoperable or severely impaired as a result of the faulty file released you are eligible for a two year extension of your existing McAfee subscription free of charge. Instructions will be made available during your call with the technician….”
Ref: http://bit.ly/bmPyvn
I’m surprised to see that nobody blamed Global Warming for this.
Just joking. But I question whether AV software isn’t potentially more of a problem, than the likelihood of what it might prevent your PC from being infected by? Especially if one merely takes better care and caution about their surfing and downloading activities. Rather than depending on AV to save them from their carelessness. It’s been claimed that using a “Limited User Account”, rather than the “Admin. User Account” for common use. Eliminated all IE8 vulnerabilities. 94% of all IE7 and IE6 vulnerabilities. And 64% of all other Windows software vulnerabilities. Add to that, the HOSTS file filtering, and a decent Firewall. And you very likely don’t need any AV ware. Also running Microsoft’s own updated Malware Removal Tool, once a month, should cover it. And it doesn’t require installing and constant running.
If you are someone who really needs some AV constantly running in the background, to check everything you do for viruses. Then the problem is more about how you’re using your PC. Like people who overeat, need a diet. Rather than a stomach bypass operation. Or who drive drunk, need A.A., rather than a bigger car.