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Just use classic shell (as I do) and you are done.

I don't have anti-virus firewall on my windows anyway.
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OldOldGamer: Just use classic shell (as I do) and you are done.

I don't have anti-virus firewall on my windows anyway.
Well, you're a fool. Your computer is probably "owned" in the background running a kiddie porn site.
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OldOldGamer: Just use classic shell (as I do) and you are done.

I don't have anti-virus firewall on my windows anyway.
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markfilipak: Well, you're a fool. Your computer is probably "owned" in the background running a kiddie porn site.
Yes. I am a fool.
But I bet there are worse things in life; like drinking to a point to pass out or using drugs.
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markfilipak: ...
Windows is secure. I run NO anti-virus at all. It's not needed. And I don't allow Windows to update, so it can't change itself. It's frozen in time...

...The virtual machine is Oracle VirtualBox. I share most of my hard disk between Windows & Linux (in shared directories).
You share most of space with Linux and Windows and think your windows is secure and you call people fool? You are an other example for the phrase"ignorance is bliss"

Also, Windows 7 came out in 2009. I do not know why people still think it came in 2007.
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markfilipak: Well, you're a fool. Your computer is probably "owned" in the background running a kiddie porn site.
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OldOldGamer: Yes. I am a fool.
But I bet there are worse things in life; like drinking to a point to pass out or using drugs.
I appologize for calling you a fool. That was an awful thing to say. I think running an open system with no firewall and no anti-virus is foolish, but that doesn' t make you a fool. Please forgive me.

I take this seriously because it happened to me. I ran a server that, unknown to me, was serving up stolen audios.
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markfilipak: ...
Windows is secure. I run NO anti-virus at all. It's not needed. And I don't allow Windows to update, so it can't change itself. It's frozen in time...

...The virtual machine is Oracle VirtualBox. I share most of my hard disk between Windows & Linux (in shared directories).
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Engerek01: You share most of space with Linux and Windows and think your windows is secure and you call people fool? You are an other example for the phrase"ignorance is bliss"
How does a shared directory between the Host and a virtual machine Guest damage the security of either operating system?
Post edited September 14, 2018 by markfilipak
I use MS Windows 10 pro I run a hueristic scan every now and then and I always run it on things I download as well!
Is anyone else getting a purple spot next to their forum repies?
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OldOldGamer: Yes. I am a fool.
But I bet there are worse things in life; like drinking to a point to pass out or using drugs.
I'd take firewall protection very seriously, Markfilipak has a serious point, unprotected systems will likely bring illegal access, potentially using them as black market stuff. It's bad to see people drinking and passing out, or using drugs, but it's worse to see an innocent man dragged into peoples dirty affairs.

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Engerek01: Also, Windows 7 came out in 2009. I do not know why people still think it came in 2007.
Probably because it's identical to Vista which was released November 2006. It had me thinking for a second because I thought I was using 7 in 2008 when playing World in Conflict.

Edit: See what I mean? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezURJdC4hkQ
Post edited September 15, 2018 by lumengloriosum
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OldOldGamer: https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/software-download/windows10

It is a few years ago, but I remember to have downloaded the tool form Microsoft, created the media and installed the thing.
For a while (the offer ended 2016-07-29) W10 was free if you already had W7, W8, or W8.1 on your computer. Now you do have to buy a license, however. Or buy a new computer and have the license cost included in the price of the computer (assuming it comes with W10 installed).

Regarding installation using the Windows 10 installation media:
"Yes, the media creation tool and Windows 10 installation media (ISO files) are available for customers to install Windows 10. If you’re installing Windows 10 for the first time, you’ll need to enter a valid Windows 10 product key or buy a full version of Windows 10 during setup for this tool to work. If you’ve previously installed Windows 10 on your device, you should have a digital license and Windows 10 will automatically activate without entering a product key. " (Source)
Post edited September 15, 2018 by MightyPinecone
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MightyPinecone: For a while (the offer ended 2016-07-29) W10 was free if you already had W7, W8, or W8.1 on your computer. Now you do have to buy a license, however. Or buy a new computer and have the license cost included in the price of the computer.

Regarding installation using the Windows 10 installation media:
"Yes, the media creation tool and Windows 10 installation media (ISO files) are available for customers to install Windows 10. If you’re installing Windows 10 for the first time, you’ll need to enter a valid Windows 10 product key or buy a full version of Windows 10 during setup for this tool to work. If you’ve previously installed Windows 10 on your device, you should have a digital license and Windows 10 will automatically activate without entering a product key. " (Source)
It's still free for Windows 7 or 8.1 users.

When setup asks just type your product code from either 7 or 8.1 when doing a fresh install. If you're upgrading in place (running Windows 10 setup from within either 7 or 8.1) then just click I don't have a code if it asks for one, and it should activate fine.

If your on 8, then you can upgrade to 8.1 for free then upgrade to 10 for free, but you NEED 8.1 you can't just go from 8 to 10.

Also when you do a fresh install from an upgrade in the future you can just install 10 straight (you don't need to install your older one) when it asks for a product code just say I dont have one, and it will activate fine. (Its just the first time you install 10 from an upgrade you need it.)
Post edited September 15, 2018 by Pond86
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Pond86: ~snip~
Hmm... Yeah, this article from a couple of months ago seems to confirm it.* Weird. Anyway, good for people who wants to upgrade.

* I'm in no position to verify for myself whether it is still possible to upgrade.
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Pond86: It's still free for Windows 7 or 8.1 users.
And what if you have neither?
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markfilipak: ...
How does a shared directory between the Host and a virtual machine Guest damage the security of either operating system?
Since still nobody answered that, let me explain. Linux is safe because windows viruses can no operate on Linux environment. However, you still get them via files or other methods. They are there, sleeping, waiting. And when you boot your windows system, that wait is over. That does not have to be an exe file. It can be an office document or even a simple picture. After that, this virus, worm, whatever will quickly take over your Microsoft system since you said you do not have an anti virus program on your Windows OS.

That's an other reason why WINE is not secure and you should always try to play native games on Linux instead of WINE.
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Alm888: And what if you have neither?
Then you'd have to pay for it. I'd avoid places like Microsoft's Store, as they tend to inflate the price. But you also want to avoid places like eBay as there are alot of illegal keys floating about. Places like Amazon are your best bet.
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Pond86: Then you'd have to pay for it. I'd avoid places like Microsoft's Store, as they tend to inflate the price. But you also want to avoid places like eBay as there are alot of illegal keys floating about. Places like Amazon are your best bet.
So, the news that Windows™ now is free was a lie, then. I can not get Windows for free (legally) because I never had either "Windows 7" or "Windows 8/8.1".
Post edited September 16, 2018 by Alm888