That's excellent.
Firstly, you don't need a software firewall as your hub has a hardware one which is so much better.
This will give you some information on the settings. Most should be fine by default, but always good to know they are there.
btbusiness.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/10866/~/editing-advanced-firewall-settingsFirst, we need to get rid of Macafee before we do anything more.
This should do the trick.
www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/mcafee_consumer_product_removal_tool.htmlNext we need a good clean up.
I should have asked if you have an SSD or a Mechanical hard drive. Not to worry, only matters with defrag. Don't defrag an SSD basically.
First we build you a tool kit to do any routine cleaning that may be needed. These are the currently recommended.
Rkill. Some nasties can be difficult to remove if they are still running. Before a good clean, run this an it should stop the nonsense. Read through to get an idea of what you are doing. It isn't difficult, but knowledge is power as they say.
www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t/308364/rkill-what-it-does-and-what-it-doesnt-a-brief-introduction-to-the-program/This is a great piece of kit. It takes a while to work, depending upon how many files you have. Walk away, and let it do its stuff. I've had to wait over 30mins for one machine:
www.bleepingcomputer.com/download/junkware-removal-tool/This is a highly rated program to run next.
www.bleepingcomputer.com/download/adwcleaner/This one will get rid of stubborn stains so to speak:
www.bleepingcomputer.com/download/tdsskiller/And this is the heavy squad, only to be used when everything else fails:
www.bleepingcomputer.com/download/combofix/This one for routine cleaning. Don't use the registry cleaner too often. It just isn't that important unless you are having serious problem. It also removes programs and gives you a list of your start ups. You can turn those you don't need, off and save loads of power and time:
www.piriform.com/ccleanerFinally Malwarebytes, which will get rid of most spyware, and a load of other problems:
www.malwarebytes.org/Put each of these into a separate file, in your Documents. Call the file Tools. Sorta like having a damp cloth and a bottle of wozzo spray under the sink, just in case.
Next you need an anti-virus. I will recommend Avast. Simply because it chuggs away in the back ground. It doesn't claim to be anything more than it is and it works:
www.avast.com/en-gb/indexThat will keep you monitored.
This is a personal preference. Turn off Microsoft Windows Updates. Most are not important and some can cause you problems. If an update arrives that is really important, you can get that individually. But most are for networking and office.
Needless to say, make sure Windows Firewall and Defender are turned off.
Two things that are really important.While installing these or any other programs, look carefully at each screen, as it loads. Some will offer toolbars, scans software and trials. Look carefully and just say no.
It's a sad reality that almost all software companies, including Microsoft are doing this now.
Next remember, most software needs to be updated now and again.
Be careful and you will be prepared for problems as they will always happen! Keep visiting CIT, especially Buzzy's Jigsaw and Lynnrose's coffee bar.
