Here is what I recommend that you do.
In order to be secured, I would highly recommend that you download and install a personal firewall, Anti Trojan and Anti virus software. Not to forget to install the latest service and security patches for the operating system you're running. Remember improperly configured personal firewall software will not block all connection attempts to your PC, in addition, if you already have a Trojan or a Spyware running on your system and or you don't have the latest service packs and security patches installed, then, the personal firewall will not do much for you. You must clean your PC from Trojans and Viruses to be fully proteced. With this being said, Click on the following links to download and install the needed software you're missing from your computer.
Download LooknStop Firewall Or Filseclab Firewall You will need these
missing DLLS to run Filseclab Firewall, extract
unto c: drive and run the missing.bat right after you install Filseclab
firewall. then reboot. Both lookNStop and Filseclab run on
Win98/Me/NT/2000/XP and Vista. or
if you like download Zone Alarm Firewall if you are Windows
2000/XP/Vista user. I prefer Filseclab, it does not slow your PC.
When done installing , Click here to Internet scan your PC. Anti
virus/ Anti Trojan Spyware
Terminator is a full-feature Anti Virus, Anti Trojan, Anti adware and
spyware scanner with real-time protection that can remove or quarantine
spyware, adware, Trojans, keyloggers, home page hijackers and other
malware threats. The scan behavior can be customized based on your level
of experience, ranging from automatic interception to complete user
control over how to handle any potential threats. You must run a full scan
after install in order to activate the anti virus and anti Trojan
features. Anti-Spyware programs The following
are the best Free ones: - They do realtime blocking and perform Scans that
will detect and Remove Trojans,spycookies,Spywares and Key loggers. You
can install more than one, they do compliment each other. Download,
install, then Run.Spy Bot , SpyBlaster , Spyware Guard and Super AntiSpyware SnoopFree For
NT/XP/Vista ... This silent fast-acting program immediately alerts you
when a keylogger or a spy module is found on your PC and gives you options
and the location to allow or disallow the uncovered application. Read the
information on the alerts prior to deleting the detected programs to avoid
removing a needed program. AVG , AVAST
or ANTIVIR Free Anti
Virus Software. Pick one! Download, install, then Run. CCleaner For Win9x,
ME, NT,Windows 2K, XP and Vista. The Best Internet Tracks and other
Applications Eraser, I've tested, that comes with registry backup and
fixer. Install then Make sure to go to Options/Settings and select secure
erase (7x over writes) Simple File Shredder For Win9x,
ME, NT,Windows 2K, XP and Vista. This is what CCleaner lacks install to Erase Files and Folders.
It can erase the Internet tracks too, but, I use CCleaner for that. Advanced WindowsCare For 2000/XP/Vista ... Advanced WindowsCare Personal is a
comprehensive PC care utility that takes an one-click approach to help
protect, repair and optimize your computer. It provides an all-in-one and
super convenient solution for PC maintenance and protection. Registry Cleaner or CCleaner Install either ones (Skip
registration) both tools can clean, repair and backup your Windows
registry. However, CCleaner can also erase your PC’s Internet and
applications history and tracks. Make sure to go to Options/Settings and
select secure erase (7x over writes) Works for Win9x, ME, NT,Windows 2K,
XP and Vista.
Secure Chat Trilogy is a secure Instant
Messenger that uses 256 bit AES encryption via port 80 to protect your
chat conversations and file transfers. It works on a peer-to-peer basic,
and connects directly to the IP address of your buddy, with no
intermediate network to route through. You can collaborate with up to 5
people simultaneously. The messenger offers a built-in address book and
buddy list, password protection, and 2 security levels to choose from. The
program is not designed to `meet new friends`, but for secure and direct
communication between two IP addresses - all parties must have TrilogyEC
installed. TrilogyEC does not require any registration or sign up. I Protect I highly
recommend this one. It will block adult sites,chat room, Internet access,
Block ports, sites by keywords,set access time, create users and set
permissions to Monitor your children's web activity. This is the Free
version My
Internet/Local IP This little handy tool will display your
actual Internet and Local IP address you're using. Password Recovery Kit "Not to be used to
spy on others" A collection of password recovery tools that will work on
Win9x,ME,NT,2000 and XP Will recover dial up, Internet, Netscape, Outlook,
email clients, Access Database and other Passwords that you forgot and are
hidden behind asterisks. Safe Gate For Windows (95/98/ME) Blocks
desktop access to your PC, Average users can't go around it. They need a
user name and a password. Good one! Easy to configure. Read the Readme.txt
Default user is (Admin )Password is (1234567890) Make sure to change it
and add Users and assign passwords. Sharing Internet Connection (Proxy Server)
Why buy a router? Install this Internet Proxy on your main
PC, Point the rest of your home or business computers to it. Doing so will
share and control who will have Internet access. Here
is another One called Proxyi Note: "The Proxy Address is
the IP address of the machine that has the Proxy software installed on"View PC
Proxy settings Anti Key Logger
The best tool I found that will Detect key
loggers. will tell you where and what file but
will not Uninstall. Full version $ 59.00 Task
Scheduler Ever wanted to be reminded of
a task or a meeting? Then this program is for you! :O) IZARC Like winzip, but its free.
Zips and unzips 20 types compressed files (zip, RAR, WinRAR,
ARc,jar,tar,gz,tgz,etc..) Classic
Games Now that you're done protecting
your PC. Its time to play Asteroids, PacMan, Pong, Snake, Space Invaders,
Tetris Galaga or the faster galaxian
Enjoy! :O)
Firewalls
UNPNP
Tool A must to download to disable UNPNP service to block
Internet exploitable buffer overflow that allows an attacker access to
your PC.
This tool will speed up loading
of your startup programs and Re-start / Shutdown of your PC. A must for
slow starting computers.
Collects and displays all
web re-directions and HTTP and HTTPS sites you access from your computer's
Internet Explorer. Great site access monitoring tool that views headers,
cookies, and caching behavior for any Web page, image, or downloaded file.
MS Security Analyzer
Microsoft Windows Update Click on product update to scan your pc and download needed
System Updates.
PC
Inspector Will Recover(Undelete) all deleted files and directories.
Works Great on all Windows File Systems FAT16-FAT32-NTFS and its FREE.
Memory Stick Recovery PC Inspector Smart
Recovery is a data recovery program for Flash Card, Smart Media, SONY
Memory Stick, IBM Micro Drive, Multimedia Card, Secure Digital Card(SD) or
any other data device for digital cameras. It enables you to recover
accidentally deleted or formatted pictures, videos or sound files from the
selected media.
Matrix PC Lock
People get on your PC? use this screen
saver, set a password to Deny them Access when the PC starts.
TCPview
Watch in real time who is Connected to your
PC and the program used. Ability to close connections
Process Explorer Tells
you which program, file or process is loaded and running on your
PC.
Password Safe This
program can encrypts(hides)and stores all your login names user IDs and
passwords in an encrypted database. Simple and works great
!
MP-Crypt
Will Encrypt and password protect your
files and Directories.
