4/23/2014
mixmkr
Auto updates OFF... create restore point first before installing??
Windows defender cut it for LIGHT internet use, limited typically to Youtube and Facebook??
 
then I suppose some will say stay off the internet with your audio computer, which actually can be an option, but it IS nice to watch Youtubes on the studio large screen monitors.  Same with uploading off the studio computer to Youtube as well.
4/23/2014
mixmkr
and why are updates so HUGE sometimes?  Had a recent one of 892mb.   That's crazy.  My C drive is a 1TB, so plenty of space, but seems like Windows is out roaming looking for a place to stay.
4/23/2014
fireberd
What update?  Microsoft has issued two larger updates.  Update from Win 8 to Win 8.1 and recently the 8.1.1 update.
4/23/2014
DeeringAmps
Not running Win8 here, but I always burn a current image before letting MS (or anything else) update anything.
Just my nickel.98's worth.
So my machines are set to NEVER on the Win Update.
I tire of the constant "nagging" all software does: "Updates are Available"!
Bugger off will ya! If I want/need anything I'll go find it! Guess I'm just getting crotchety in my old age...
 
Tom
4/25/2014
Jim Roseberry
FWIW,
On a DAW... I don't like anything managed automatically.
 
If you're going to trusted audio specific websites for software/plugin installs/authorizations/updates... you're fine without A/V software.  
 
If you're sending/receiving Email... or surfing uhhh "unsavory" websites, that's when you absolutely much have A/V protection.  
 
4/25/2014
jcschild
plus 1 what Jim said..
 
4/26/2014
mixmkr
thx Jim...computer's doing great, btw.  Basically I only come here and Youtube, as I take a break from recording and like to watch the videos on my larger monitors. 
I have the computer set to let me know when updates are available, but honestly, not sure how I'd know whether they're needed or not.  They all seem to be *security* related and nothing to really do with general computer chores in general.  So...I just make a restore point before doing any updates.
My preference is to not put on any AV protection and have it running.... and I just use my old computer for emails, etc.  But it is nice to give the ears a break and see what might be happening around here. 
 
I get the *unsavory* from my wife!  ...presuming that's what you mean.
4/26/2014
Jim Roseberry
LOL!
 
You're fine reading audio forums and playing videos from YouTube.  (No A/V software necessary)
I'm using my main DAW to read/respond to this message.
Going to refresh on the string lines to Silent Lucidity (YouTube) before our gig tonight.
5/26/2014
DRanck
This thread is a little long on the tooth, but I want to weigh on on the AV discussion. I am a software architect and I am afraid I disagree that AV is not needed as long as you stay on "trusted" web sites. ANY site can become a victim of a malicious attack that can allow viruses or malware to infect visiting PCs. 
 
My advice is to either keep your DAW workstation off the grid or fire up AV when web browsing and turn it off when your done.
 
That's my 2.5 cents anyway!
5/27/2014
Jim Roseberry
DRanck
This thread is a little long on the tooth, but I want to weigh on on the AV discussion. I am a software architect and I am afraid I disagree that AV is not needed as long as you stay on "trusted" web sites. ANY site can become a victim of a malicious attack that can allow viruses or malware to infect visiting PCs. 



 
First, Everyone should have an up-to-date backup image file of their DAW's boot HD.
That's the ultimate protection against infection (and many other issues).
The odds of being infected from visiting trusted audio specific sites for downloads/authorizations are minute.
Sending and Receiving Email is a whole different ballgame.  That increases odds of infection exponentially.
 
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