Question Regarding Malwarebytes and Running Multiple Virus Protection Softwares

[Zygen 6,066]

This is just a question I had regarding virus protection software that I've been meaning to ask about.

 

So, I have AVG currently, (Free version) and I use that as my virus protection. I don't use anything else thus far on this computer. 

 

But I was curious regarding Malwarebytes, it only scans for Malware doesn't it? I've never used it, so i'm not entirely sure, but I was thinking about downloading it to use just to be doubly protected from stuff. (Especially since my laptop I use to had basically died atleast partially due to a virus I believe.)

 

Of course, I am not sure if it would be safe to use it alongside AVG, because last time I had two virus protection softwares present on my computer, it lead to a bunch of trouble(Last time on my old laptop I had Mcaffe, which came with that computer, and it wouldn't go away, and was just causing a mess, it wasn't working, and I think it was probably due to a virus, but I was unable to do any virus scans, so basically, I don't like Mcaffe anymore.)

 

But if Malwarebytes does a different type of scan, would it be beneficial to have it alongside another virus program? I'm just curious, seeing as my laptop I use to have I believe got a virus, and I'd rather not have a repeat, so I've been very cautious and paranoid about viruses on this computer. 

 

So basically, would running Malwarebytes alongside AVG be a good idea? Or would it just not do anything, or lead to more issues?

 

Thanks to anyone who can offer the knowledge, I know my basics and a few extra things when it comes to computers, but I don't really know a ton on the inner workings of things, and I don't want to mess up this computer.

[Mlpfan185 1,763]

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Edited October 9, 2018 by NONAME

[Zygen 6,066]

Malwarebytes does a great job preventing most things from getting through. AVG however, sucks. I suggest Nod32 or Panda Cloud. Malware, at one point, was 'different' from your standard rootkit. These days, the line is blurred. I suggest a combination of Nod32, Kapersky, or Panda Cloud with a paid version of Malwarebytes. All of these programs are light on system memory.

 

Also, if you really think you have something nasty. Run Combofix.

 

Remember, anti-virus solutions become outdated. Always research what the (young) techs are using. Norton and McAfee were 'good' once upon a time.

I see, I had heard good things about AVG, and it was really the only other Antivirus I knew about, so I just figured i'd use it.

 

I'll have to try using some of those others instead, thanks for the heads up and the information!

[Troblems 5,620]

I see, I had heard good things about AVG, and it was really the only other Antivirus I knew about, so I just figured i'd use it.

 

I'll have to try using some of those others instead, thanks for the heads up and the information!

AVG will put as many nasties on to your computer as it takes off. While it won't be horrible stuff that will make you lose every penny you make, they do want to know what you're doing so they can sell that info off. That's how they make money.

 

Malewarebytes has always been one of my favorites, but they're pushing the premium service harder than ever before. When you're a broke ass student, as much as you'd like to donate, buying Top Ramen is a bit more important.

 

If you're running Windows 7 or 8, in theory the Microsoft virus scanner should in theory do okay. It might even run on that one before 7. You know, Windows XP.

[Mlpfan185 1,763]

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Edited October 9, 2018 by NONAME

[Zygen 6,066]

AVG will put as many nasties on to your computer as it takes off. While it won't be horrible stuff that will make you lose every penny you make, they do want to know what you're doing so they can sell that info off. That's how they make money.

 

Malewarebytes has always been one of my favorites, but they're pushing the premium service harder than ever before. When you're a broke ass student, as much as you'd like to donate, buying Top Ramen is a bit more important.

 

If you're running Windows 7 or 8, in theory the Microsoft virus scanner should in theory do okay. It might even run on that one before 7. You know, Windows XP.

Really? Well, it would figure. I suppose I might as well just get rid of it then. 

 

And yeah, it doesn't appear you can even remove anything without premium. I'm not broke necessarily, and not a student, but I don't exactly make any money on my own either. So idk if i'd be able to pay for it necessarily.

 

And I actually didn't know that Windows defender had a scanner or whatever. 

 

And haha, my old Laptop had windows Vista, It's pretty annoying, It had all these extra processes running and crap. And was just overall not as nice as windows 7, even if I don't know much from a technical standpoint.(I have 7 now.)

 

I don't think the Virus protection feature was on my vista computer though, or atleast the scan. I certainly couldn't find it atleast.

 

Remember, the best prevention is common sense. These are the things that work best for my customers. I don't bother running an anti-virus. I do the occasional scan, but I never find anything. Just knowing what to look for and always being paranoid pays off.

 

Amen to being a 'broke-ass' student. I know you pain.

Yeah, I try my best to have common sense and stuff. And know not to click on any "You won a million dollar" buttons ;p. 

 

I suppose this may be one case where my paranoia about this might pay off.

 

Actually before my old laptop broke, I had a period of time I had no antivirus, as my Mcaffe subscription ran out or whatever. Ironically, once I finally got the virus programs working is when I ran into issues lol.

[SkyDream 315]

The computer repair shop I work for/in recommend Eset NOD32 as well. For those customers who prefer the cheap 'n thrifty unpaid experience, everyone loves Avast's free antivirus. It's what I use wherever I can.

 

While it's usually true that some scans can interfere with an anti-virus scan's heuristics scan approach, I've successfully been running simultaneous scans with MalwareBytes as well as SUPERAntiSpyware, which is yet another anti-malware program I'd certainly recommend.

 

Great recommendation on ComboFix, by the way. I'd definitely get that. You can get it from google, or from BleepingComputer.com - A fantastic website, absolutely. Also look into RogueKiller. Just be sure you don't have any Norton products installed when you run it. I've seen it freak out and shut off internet access, even with a physical connection to the internet. Even ComboFix did that once. It didn't restore internet access until it had finished generating (and displaying) its log.

[Mlpfan185 1,763]

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Edited October 9, 2018 by NONAME

[Gatekeeper Giggle 2,902]

Running multiple anti viruses on your system!?

Seriously, if you don't know exactly which ones play together nicely, you're in a heap of trouble. Many anti virus programs see each other as malware on purpose to cut down on the competition. They'll have an all out war on your system, something you really don't want. I myself use Comodo which is 100% free and has services as good or better then other anti virus programs. It's never steered me wrong before.