NIS is junk. But then, a lot of antivirus software falls into this category.
A general rule is that the more silly gimmicks (safe surf, firewalls,
phishing detectors etc) it installs the more likely it is to be a placebo
exercise than genuine security.

Malwarebytes is one of the better products these days.

Best way to keep your computer secure is:~

Install and use a better browser than IE.

Run as a limited user, or use DropMyRights/StripMyRights to run your browser.

Preferably, likewise for email.

Install only those browser plugins you actually need, and keep them updated.

Delete any preinstalled crapware or plugins which might be a security issue.

Use a NAT router for broadband, rather than a USB modem.

"RichL" wrote:

Hi,

I have just installed NIS 2010 on my XP box. I also have Spybot Search and
Destroy/Adaware/Malwarebytes installed as well. Is this overkill or is NIS
2010 enough to do the job of protecting my pc from spyware/adware/malware?

-Rich