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Quietthyme
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mutiple security programs
Antispyware software, Antispyware, Spyware, Viruses, Trojans, worms, malware
Is it ok to have 3 different security programs. To make sure
as much spyware, viruses, and worms be identafied as possible?
ASKED: Apr 3 2009  4:27 PM GMT
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Yes, it is okay to have multiple programs but they could "beat up" on each other and reduce the performance of the machine. The best option is to have the best of breed in each area or have the program suite from a single vendor who should have tested the applications working together.

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Last Answered: Apr 3 2009  5:39 PM GMT by Labnuke99   26360 pts.
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Carlosdl   29340 pts.  |   Apr 3 2009  5:50PM GMT

Yes it is ok. In fact, I would recommend to do that, but I agree with Labnuke, they could interfere with each other.
For example, it is not advisable to have more than one firewall installed/enabled, but it is usually Ok to have more than one anti-spyware program.

 

SecEditorMimoso1   40 pts.  |   Apr 8 2009  5:08PM GMT

Not sure if you’re thinking about a UTM, but this technical tip on SearchMidmarketSecurity.com looks at basic UTM features and gives you some things to think about when it comes to consolidating antivirus and antispyware versus running multiple best-of-breed products.

 
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