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Both are Chinese. https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/glarysoft

Last month at Bleeping Computer, a Windows 7 user named Erunosta was advised that MSFN was the correct forum for his query. Erunosta replied: “I read some topic on MSFN, but I’m not impressed yet. They have too much “noise” talk about everything.” https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t/784441/steam-on-win7-after-eos/?p=5503135

Panda Dome is cloud-based, so there are no downloadable definition updates. WiseVector StopX has been abandoned, so you can't get any new definition updates. It is AI-based and only partly based on local definition updates. Furthermore, such downloadable definition updates were never offered anyway. For MWAV - eScan Antivirus Toolkit, have a look here: And here is the direct download link to the definition updates: http://www.microworldsystems.com/akdlm/download/tools/esupdatebd.exe Cheers, AstroSkipper

You don't have to because, if I remember correctly, you abandoned Windows XP in 2007. But Windows XP enthusiasts like me have to adapt to the circumstances, whether you like it or not. And as for Chinese software, there are good and correct developers there too, but also black sheep. Just like everywhere else. BTW, I don't think it was meant as a warning but an additional information that presumably most of us already know, though.

Bingo!

BTW, we Windows XP (and Vista) users should actually be glad that there are still countries that develop XP-(Vista-)compatible programs. You may think what you want about some countries, but they still use and maintain these old operating systems. In my opinion, that should be appreciated. At least, so I do. And that has definitely nothing to do with politics or any preferences.

What I noticed many years ago, with any antivirus in real time. It is that if I run a .exe file with a virus, it still infects the system even if the antivirus detects it. I remember this especially with Avira.

Wow malware hunter looks almost exactly like 360 total security. I also wanted to say that as Astroskipper have said Avast have issues. Here are 2 problems I have seen with Avast. Back when I was using Avast 5 I noticed that Avast didn't have any cleaning capabilities. I installed it on an infected system. It detected IE as infected. But all it did was delete IE and all associated files. So I had to install IE again. Another thing that I noticed more recently around 2019 was that if you remove Avast it can make other programs stop working. One time I removed Avast and after I did Firefox and Office stopped working for some reason. I wouldn't be surprised since they always recommend Chrome. Many times I found computers with Chrome that got installed by Avast.

At the time I had posted before, I was beyond "build from last week" as my Steam had updated on Wednesday night. It updated again on Friday and then the red message appeared.

Malware Hunter Malware Hunter is an antimalware program from Glarysoft and is still XP-compatible. It comes in two versions, the free version Malware Hunter and the commercial version Malware Hunter Pro. It detects and removes stubborn malware that can cause potential danger. Its malware database is constantly updated either automatically or manually depending on the installed version. Additionally, it is supposed to clean disks and speed up your PC. It is even equipped with the Avira scan engine. Features: Malware Scan - Scan your computer quickly and thoroughly. Detect and remove stubborn malware to prevent potential danger. Support scheduled scan to save your time Speed Up - Help you optimize your system to speed up and boost your computer performance. Disk Cleaner - Clean up temporary & unnecessary files. Remove unneeded documents to save computer storage space. Process Protection - Protect your PC from malware, such as Trojan, worms, spyware, and other online threats. 3 Scan modes Avira engine Hyper scan for a faster scanning speed Malware removal Real-time protection and automatic updates (only in Malware Hunter Pro) Homepage: https://www.glarysoft.com/malware-hunter/ Version number: 1.185.0.807 Date of release: 17.06.2024 System requirements: Runs on Microsoft Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7, XP and Vista. Including both 32-bit and 64-bit versions. Version history and release notes: Reviews: https://onlinecloudsecurity.com/malware-hunter-review-is-it-safe-to-download/ https://tweaklibrary.com/glarysoft-malware-hunter-pro-review/ Download page: https://www.glarysoft.com/downloads/?p=mh-page Direct download link: https://download.glarysoft.com/mhsetup.exe Screenshots: Although I personally don't prefer features like cleanup or optimization inside an antimalware program, the fact that this program is still compatible with Windows XP and has an Avira scan engine does not make it uninteresting. In any case, it can be used as an offline scanner in the free version and can also be set up as a portable version. You have full control over Malware Hunter via its systray icon. It is definitely an option for Windows XP. Cheers, AstroSkipper

you can use beta steam, it doesn't appear on mine win7 install with new beta

Ah well, if Euronosta is not impressed that says something. jaclaz

This is where AstroSkipper first mentioned WiseVector EOL: https://msfn.org/board/topic/177099-which-antiviruses-are-known-for-a-fact-to-be-working-on-xp-sp3-as-of-2019/?do=findComment&comment=1238935

While it's not a night-and-day difference, every little bit helps when it comes to squeezing the turnip. I find 2021 LTSC to be slower than 2016 LTSB.

Thanks for you unbreakable will , courage and bravery to spam the hell out of all technical topics at MSFN. I'm proud of your wisdom and knowledge !

New wimlib has a (more) optimized SHA-1 hashing. During a wimcapture operation all files are being hashed, thus hashing speed makes difference. Even more if you are appending a WIM, were only new files are being compressed. However, you need a recent CPU to notice any difference.

Is that so!? I used Avast Free 18.8 (with real-time protection on) together with Malwarebytes Free 2.2.1 (no real-time protection - but unfortunately no more definition updates for that excellent old version) on Vista x86 for quite some time without any issues. (I always avoided Malwarebytes 3 due to lukewarm reviews of their attempt to become a “real antivirus.”) Frankly, this topic reads too much like an advertisement for 5-year-old Malwarebytes 3.5.1. Ironically, one place on the internet where Malwarebytes is not recommended for Windows XP is Malwarebytes Forums. In November 2022, an XP user stated his intention to purchase Malwarebytes Premium 3.5.1 if he could be reassured about the continued availability of definitions. Forum regular Porthos advised, “save your money [for] a new computer,” while Root Admin AdvancedSetup flatly stated, “I’m sorry...but Malwarebytes 3 is not supported any longer” (which is technically true, although I don’t doubt that you are still getting definitions for the time being). The poster then mentioned that he was running Avast, and the Root Admin replied, “Yes...if you wish to run on XP then Avast is probably one of the few choices you have left.” https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/292465-winxp-32-malwarebytes-3512522-malware-signatures/

Nah not true. Latest Chromium Build working fine on 8.1: imgur.com/a/lE6buzI As much as I respect @D.Draker for all of your work and effort, I never really got your intention, of why you want to see Windows 7 and 8.1 getting removed from the Main OS Section from MSFN. No one really complains about this. Why even "downgrade" them to that section. They cannot be compared to Vista, especially Windows 7, since they are more popular and many programs still support them. I got that you dont like Windows 7 and 8, but it is really not up to you to decide which OS is "worth" staying in a section or not. Regards

I see you have already posted four times in AstroSkipper’s new topic. How many security programs have you mentioned there so far? Looks like zero! If you need social media, my suggestion is Twitter.

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