Best browser/security for netbook?

[Klarko]

Hey, i just got my MSI Wind all set up, and im wondering what would be the best browser/security? I currently have internet explorer but never really liked it compared to like Mozilla... Also what wouldn't be a resource hog for security, i like avg but not sure how it will fair on this computer.. Or would it just be the best to not get any security and just use smart browsing?

Thanks. :)

[s e r e n i t y]

Well for a free anti-virus setup you can't go past;

Mozilla Firefox 3
AVG 8.0
Malware Bytes
And/or Spybot S+D

All these programs use limited system resources and go a fair way blocking attacks and detecting viruses.

[kingzl3y]

I disagree.
I've got the Wind equivivivilent.
Don't install any AV or Firewall.
There's really no point, unless you go to dodgy p0rno/warez/torrent/p2p sites.
Or if you share it with another person.
Apart from that it will really slow it down.

Browser wise, Firefox without a doubt. However, on it's own it's pretty resource heavy as fook. I'd recommended installing addons such as, NoScript (block unwanted flash, and trust me if you're on a site with 2-3 100x100 banners, it slows it down drematically) Also install Adblock, and any addon which'll block unnessesary shizzle.

Another thing, I'm selling 1GB of ram for the WInd/4211 for a few £, gimme a pm if you're interested. Trust, the extra does the world of good.

As with security you're much safer on a wired connection rather than wireless. Most websites use some sort of secure connection when you're paying for stuff, so you're probably safe enough.
Unless you are paranoid then I'd suggest getting a really really low resourse FW.

That's all i guess, dunno how much of this'll make sense, I've had a lottt to smoke :up:

[BababooeyHTJ]

Whats the point of a pc without dodgy :banana::banana::banana::banana:o sites?

[Klarko]

Thanks guys, i put on Foxfire3 and so far so good.

If i upgrade to 2G of ram, wont that void my warranty?

[kingzl3y]

Go to none dodgy :banana::banana::banana::banana:o sites ;)
The youtube equilivant(s) are always good xD

Oh, sugar. I think you're right, on the Wind it does, but it doesn't on my 4211.
You can either take the risk and be faster, or be slower but safer..
It's a hard choice my friend.

[Omastar]

Thanks guys, i put on Foxfire3 and so far so good.

If i upgrade to 2G of ram, wont that void my warranty?

Who cares? They don't have to know. Unless upgrading RAM involves breaking a warranty sticker, I'd say go for it. If you need to send it back for repairs, just remove your stick of RAM and return it as it came to you.

[Cool Vibrations]

Firefox 3 and AFAIK, installing more ram on a laptop will not void your warranty.

[memolipd]

hmm i have a low spec lappy i use all the time.

I recommend google chrome over Firefox anyday esp as u want a light broswer.

[kingzl3y]

@ Cool Vibrations, you're wrong.
http://www.bit-tech.net/news/2008/07/24/msi-wind-upgrading-memory-voids-warranty/1

@memolipd, you didn't really the title, surely.
He asked for the best browser/SECURITY for netbook.

From what I've heard, chrome isn't the most secure browser..

[AnXioZ]

http://images.bit-tech.net/news_images/2008/07/msi-wind-upgrading-memory-voids-warranty/article_img.jpg

That reminds me of this somehow http://icanhascheezburger.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/funny-pictures-cat-safety-seal-broken.jpg

[Klarko]

Well i know i dont have a warranty from newegg anyway, so would a extra gig of ram for 15$ hurt?

[Omastar]

Well i know i dont have a warranty from newegg anyway, so would a extra gig of ram for 15$ hurt?

No...more RAM = always better (typically).

[nn_step]

well, linux with open source security software seems like a valid solution
antivirus - http://www.linux.com/articles/22899
firewall - http://www.linux.com/articles/113828

[there are alot more but I'll let you do the basic research]

[Omastar]

well, linux with open source security software seems like a valid solution
antivirus - http://www.linux.com/articles/22899
firewall - http://www.linux.com/articles/113828

[there are alot more but I'll let you do the basic research]

I'd take a linux distro over crappy XP Home anyday.

[Klarko]

No...more RAM = always better (typically).

im saying would it be worth chancing it doesnt work and now i have no warranty...

[Omastar]

im saying would it be worth chancing it doesnt work and now i have no warranty...

Why would it not work? It takes DDR2-667. Grab a stick and put it in. RAM upgrades are the easiest thing you'll ever do on a laptop.

[Klarko]

Well I have never done it... so if i do ill be sure to do my research.

[kingzl3y]

Dude, it's the easiest thing in the world, it takes 5 minute max!
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=i_Qepo3MCeA < look here

I'd totally recommend it!

[Klarko]

Nice!

Thanks mate :)

[Cool Vibrations]

:eek: I guess I better watch out for those stickers when I help my friends fix their laptops. Then again, they've dropped their laptops and spilled coffee on them, so.. :p:

[Bobsama]

512MB or 1GB RAM is alright for WinXP. XP Home is fine for casual use. Other than that, I have an EeePC 900 12G XP, and it's working fine. Get used to screen and keyboard sizes and set it up as you want it to be. I installed Avira AntiVir and Firefox 3 on mine. Also Office 2003 (Word, Excel, and Powerpoint), TightVNC (as client and server), and other typical programs &c.

[SpazBoy357]

Whats the point of a pc without dodgy :banana::banana::banana::banana:o sites?


:rofl: QFT! :ROTF:

[Turok]

I dont think today's netbooks are good enough performance wise to have security softwares in them while doing everything else, like browsing and witting documents. I would do the following:

1) Get a light weight Linux distro like Eeeubuntu, EeeXubuntu, Ubuntu Eee, etc. It may work with both the MSI Wind and Aspire One, since they have practically the same parts, so the drivers must be the same (At least with the Atom based Eee's).

2) If you're going to use Windows, nLite (or vLite) it and make sure you strip it down on advanced mod and take note of some components that you can delete that wont compromise your security. You can find Eee specific nLite tutorials on the net. Additionally, use FireFox 3.1 beta or newer, and just to be safe just use light weight anti-spyware softwares like Spybot-S&D, Ad-Aware, and Spyware Blaster.

For extra security, try not to visit suspicious websites and downloading stuff from untrusted sources. You can also increase your security even more without affecting performance by using a good firewall router where you live.

Im using an Eee 901 and I haven't had any noticeable problems with my WinXP, FF, and a router firewall at home (no spyware software or anything else).