-Eagle- Posted October 23, 2006 Posted October 23, 2006 So does anyone know of a good list of software (FREE PLEAS!!) that will aid in cleaning up your pc and boosting it's performance. I am currently running: Norton Internet Security 2005 Ad - Aware SE Spybot - Search & Destroy Anything else you guys recommend ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hndgns4hrts Posted October 23, 2006 Posted October 23, 2006 AVG, MS Anti Spyware beta, Linux or buy an Apple! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
silkster Posted October 23, 2006 Posted October 23, 2006 (edited) CCleaner Best app ever! Edited October 23, 2006 by silkster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
UkJenT Posted October 24, 2006 Posted October 24, 2006 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
romeo55 Posted October 24, 2006 Posted October 24, 2006 I'd reccomend the "Be smart and don't go to webpages/DL things you arn't supposed to go and won't have these problems" never had a problem with spyware... except the people who come to me because spyware "magically" infected there PCs because they were going to erm.... anywho ON TOPIC: Avast is good Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scratch Posted October 24, 2006 Posted October 24, 2006 well first off I'd reformat and get rid of Nortons cuz it sux then I would get AVG free edition Spybot if you'd like or my personal favorite X-Cleaner [removed by moderator] Google taskbar popup blocker and finally a copy of Windows Registry Repair Do not randomly click yes to anything that pops up on your screen especially if it says you can only view something by saying yes.Close the program even if it means using task Manager to close it Run all of these once a week and defrag regularly and your pc should be fine Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
asus Posted October 24, 2006 Posted October 24, 2006 buy a apple or install linux.. never worry again lol um.. the best of the best that i have seen is.. run opera.. also ad-aware free is good the best one that i have paid for is the web-root spy sweeper.. it gets EVERYTHING.. and is worth every penny.. its really amazing.. its the only one thats worth paying money 4.. the best way i think is to go through your system folders one at a time and look for bogus programs.. u know.. every so often.. just to make sure you dont have some wildtangent folder or some bloogal bla software installed that you dont know what it is.. eahh.. just be safe about what you click on.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdy284 Posted October 24, 2006 Posted October 24, 2006 [removed by moderator] OCC Forum rules... http://forums.overclockersclub.com/?showto...36&hl=warez Section I. 6. Absolutely NO warez links, requests, discussions, or suggestions. Don't even hint around about it. This includes cracks, serial numbers, download links, etc. The same goes for pornographic material, drugs, or any other illegal activities. - OverclockersClub will not be held responsible for your actions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Verran Posted October 24, 2006 Posted October 24, 2006 Just a friendly reminder, as sdy has already pointed out, we don't support warez or piracy here guys. I know most of us know that, but apparently a few don't. And for god's sake, why would you recommend pirating and cracking a software that can be aquired FREELY?! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigred Posted October 24, 2006 Posted October 24, 2006 while simply buying a mac is not always the best option. there is a very good chance we're going to be seeing OS X sold seperate retail right next to Vista in the near future. Linux is an option, but to me the software limitations (especially when it comes to some major business apps and games) is an issue to weigh out for yourself. but I do have to agree Opera is a god-send for this. Spyware / Malware apps are written to interface IE and Mozilla (netscape) because they are the 2 most common browsers. the Mozilla problem also effect Firefox however Opera is a totally different, written from the ground up by our friends at Sun. I also have to totally disagree with anyone saying not to use Norton. I use it in a large scale corporate environment. I bought a full 500 cal license for my company. it's by FAR the most reliable, thorough, and compatible AV out there. Norton IS is bloated and causes more problems than it's worth however. I'd stay clear of that thing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Eagle- Posted October 25, 2006 Posted October 25, 2006 Thanks for the list guys 1. Im not stupid, I don't install crap like your talking about lol 2. The problem with Linux and Mac is that pretty much 1% of game developers develop for Linux/Mac. And im NOT going to pay for some emulator. 3. I have to keep norton because my dad wants the parental controll Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigred Posted October 25, 2006 Posted October 25, 2006 the reason I think OS X needs another look is coming very soon. dual booting a rig between OS X and XP is already possible on the Mac hardware. getting it on your PC will really be a big deal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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