From Leo's mailbag:
> From: A Computer User
> Sent: April 24, 2007
> To: Ask Leo!
> Subject: recommended anti-malware packages
>
> Leo,
> Being no computer expert i wonder if i could ask for your advice?
>
> I am treating myself to a new and up to date desktop with windows xp
> and sp2.
>
> I have been told that if i install a internet suite security it will
> slow pc down and to stick with free anti virus/spyware security.
>
> Can you tell me a good free scan, and a monitor anti virus and spyware
> programe that will not clash when running.
>
> As i am with AOL I get McAfee personal fire wall standard is that good
> enough.
I tend to shy away from security suites, and go for individual packages,
though not necessarily free. This article, and the articles it points to,
are where I'd direct you:
http://ask-leo.com/internet_safety_how_do_i_keep_my_computer_safe_on_the_internet.html
Thanks for asking,
Leo
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