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01-21-2013 , 08:16 AM

KatoKrazy

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Microsoft Security Essentials Fails Antivirus Certification Test For Second Time In A Row; Microsoft Disputes The Results

There have also been no definition updates since Friday 1/19/2013.

Do I need to put something else in place on my systems?

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01-21-2013 , 12:48 PM

Alobar

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I uncheck "microsoft security essentails" every single time windows update gives me my list of recommended updates, lol

Last edited by Alobar; 01-21-2013 at 12:49 PM. Reason: as well as windows malicious software removal tool

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01-21-2013 , 01:37 PM

Gonzirra

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You don't have to use MSE, there's tons of free alternatives. Most dynamic testing sites like AV Test will give their grades for a range of them. Offhand I know AV Test is heavily weighted to how an AV handles zero-day attacks specifically, but w/e. Every other month there seems to be a new "best" antivirus. Just pick one you like and take normal common-sense precautions.

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01-21-2013 , 04:58 PM

Gabethebabe

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what Gonso said

Don't spend time picking an antivirus, Spend time putting other layers of security, like avoiding shady sites, no pirated software, no admin account for daily use, good backups.

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01-21-2013 , 05:16 PM

KatoKrazy

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Originally Posted by Alobar

I uncheck "microsoft security essentails" every single time windows update gives me my list of recommended updates, lol

You know you can right click and hide an update right?

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01-21-2013 , 08:47 PM

Alobar

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Originally Posted by KatoKrazy

You know you can right click and hide an update right?

obviously not! thats awesome!!

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01-23-2013 , 01:56 AM

Yarbles

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A lobar just hide them by pressing the button on the opposite of the left button then click on hide.

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