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btw,,is there any configuration tips for sandboxie here on the site?
..when i use sandboxiei have check everything in IE
delete-invocation-erase verything when exit
-restriction-only iexplore
-sandboxed cd/dvd drives...
Any other recomendations?
Hello aqua. I've been using Sandboxie for about two years after getting infected by a trojan when my wife merely clicked on what appeared to be a benign website (something pertaining to an internet game). I don't claim to be an outright expert using Sandboxie, but I'll share with you how I use it and you may be able to glean information from this post and others to determine the best fit for you.
1. I have four different types of sandboxes:
- One type is for "routine" browsing and I assign this sandbox a green border. My definition of "routine" means I have reason to believe the websites I'll be looking at will be safe. For my routine browsing sandbox, I use the default settings except I block access (you have to have the registered version of Sandboxie) to the My Documents folder. The reason is because I keep some private information there and if, in the extreme chance I pick up a keylogger while browsing in that sandbox, I want to keep it from reading the information in My Documents. (Keep in mind that even though the keylogger is sandboxed, it can still run and attempt to fulfill its mission until it gets flushed when the sandbox is emptied.) To block access: Sandboxie Control > Resource Access > File Access > Blocked Access.
- I call the second type of sandbox "high security" and I assign it a red border. As the name suggests, we use it when we are doing any internet shopping or banking or visiting uncertain sites. I have hardened that sandbox by not only blocking access to My Documents, but also by (1) making my browser the only program that can access the internet (Sandboxie Control > Restrictions > Internet Access), (2) making my browser the only program that can start/run in that sandbox (Sandboxie Control > Restrictions > Start/Run Access), and (3) Dropping rights (Sandboxie Control > Restrictions > Drop Rights).
- I call the third type my Forced Folders sandbox and I assign it a yellow border. Again, you need the registered version of Sandboxie for this and I have it configured so that any program that opens via my external hard drive or flash drives is forced into that sandbox. Of course, if I want a program on one of those drives to open non-sandboxed, it's as easy as right-clicking the Sandboxie icon in the system tray and clicking Disable Forced Programs. Another purpose for that sandbox: I don't frequently test programs, but when I do, I first download their installers into a special "Downloads" folder on my desktop and keep them there for a while. That "Downloads" folder is also listed as a forced folder (along with my external and flash drives) in that sandbox. That way if/when I run any of those "test" programs via the Downloads folder, they will automatically open in that sandbox. For this sandbox, I block access to My Documents and I also restrict all access to the internet (Sandboxie Control > Restrictions > Internet Access).
- I use my fourth type of sandbox if I not only want to test a new program, but also if I intend to keep it sandboxed on a long-term basis. I call these my testboxes and I assign them yellow borders as well. Two examples of programs I have in them are DVDShrink and DVDFab (thank you, Dennis!). I have to be careful with what gets blocked and restricted in these sandboxes depending on the needs of the programs they contain, but blocking access to My Documents is a must for me.
2. I do not have any of my sandbox types configured to automatically delete. I use the secure delete feature in CCleaner to delete my sandbox types 1, 2, and 3. Why? Well, I've been in the habit of always using CCleaner when finishing a browsing session. So, for me, it just made sense to use it to secure delete the contents of those three sandboxes versus installing another program such as Eraser. The illustration at the end of this post shows how I configured sandboxie for this task. One other note about emptying out the sandboxes: I've read several threads in Sandboxie's forum that in some cases sandboxed malware could possibly be backed up by Windows System Restore if a sandbox is emptied using the conventional RMDIR method. How likely is that to happen and could it pose subsequent problems are questions for which I'm not completely sure of the answers. Some more information about this is provided here (scroll down to System Restore), and if you want to find out more, you can search Sandboxie's forum. But it's my understanding that secure deletion of the sandboxes via Eraser, SDelete, or CCleaner mitigates the possibility of this happening. Lastly, note that I don't delete the contents of my sandbox type 4 for the obvious reason that I plan to continue using the programs in those testboxes for a longer period of time.
I hope you feel free to jump back in if you have more questions, comments, or suggestions. We all learn by feedback. If I can help, I will. If I can't, I'm sure someone else will.
- One type is for "routine" browsing and I assign this sandbox a green border. My definition of "routine" means I have reason to believe the websites I'll be looking at will be safe. For my routine browsing sandbox, I use the default settings except I block access (you have to have the registered version of Sandboxie) to the My Documents folder. The reason is because I keep some private information there and if, in the extreme chance I pick up a keylogger while browsing in that sandbox, I want to keep it from reading the information in My Documents. (Keep in mind that even though the keylogger is sandboxed, it can still run and attempt to fulfill its mission until it gets flushed when the sandbox is emptied.) To block access: Sandboxie Control > Resource Access > File Access > Blocked Access.
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can some one help me look for avi to dvd burner for free that works most dont work or 50% on some dvds i have alot of avi movies and finding one that works is hard help thank you
Hi xxx41. I like to use portable apps (when possible) and have started experimenting with DVDStyler. Here's a link. The tutorial from DVDStyler's web site is here. But I found this tutorial a little more to my liking.
Lastly, more information about free dvd authoring programs, including DVD Flick and DVDStyler can be found here.
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Hi,
i have downloaded the last 2.28.1091 release of Ccleaner.
The main webpage is changed and i cannot find the 'slim' version, as usual.
Why ?
Thank you very much for your fantastic software.
Regards.
It's there, but it's not easy to find.
First go to the main download page: http://www.piriform.com/ccleaner/download
Scroll down and click as shown:
That takes you to the same place identified in marmite's response.
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Thank you, Hazelnut. I'll be checking into this.
I also found out it's available as a Firefox Add-on: https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/9689
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Hi mepb.
I had a similar experience to yours about two years ago that prompted me to try going virtual. I recommend both Returnil and Sandboxie. I have more experience with the latter (about a two year user of Sandboxie), but recently installed Returnil (version 2008) on the kids computer and love its simplicity.
Another reason to consider Returnil or Sandboxie: Its a way to test out new programs without leaving a lot of clutter on your system. Install a new program while vitualized, test it out, and if you don't want it, just reboot (Returnil) or delete the contents of your sandbox (Sandboxie) and your system remains clean.
Lastly, if you are considering Returnil, give thought to whether you want the 2010 or 2008 version. The 2010 version includes anti-malware and has resulted in the size of that program being much larger (about 30 mb) versus the 2008 version (about 3 mb). Some people have also reported problems with the 2010 version.
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Dennis,
Did you install and run Macrium Reflect on your "real" system, or did you install and run MR while virtualized via Returnil? My hunch is MR must be installed on your real system, but I wanted to confirm.
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I already have backup software.May I ask why you prefer not to use the SmartWare that comes on the WD My Book?
It's just a personal preference thing for me. The WD is usb-powered and lots of people are happy with that too.Also what is the advantage of an on/off switch? -
Happy birthday, Dennis...from one side of the Atlantic to the other.
Chris
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Thanks Lucky. I didn't have a choice regarding installing XP. The folks who gave us the pc didn't have their original OS disk (whatever it was) and they had upgraded to XP several years ago.
The processor is 398 mhz. (I know, I know...it's waaayyyy slow and out of date...but it was free.)
I was hoping the pc would be adequate enough for the kids to play with on sites like Bob the Builder, Legos, etc. (My kids are young.) Sounds like I may have set too lofty of an expectation.
So far, I guess Avast or Malwarebytes are the front-runners to consider.
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have a read of this
Thanks Rorschach. Actually, one of my almost daily habits is to look at Piriform's Spyware Hell forum and learn from other people's mistakes. So I'm familiar with your pinned post.
Of course, my situation is not that my pc is infected, but rather...given the pc's limitations in disk space and memory, and given it will be used primarily by my kids...what anti-malware program would be a good fit for it. For example, given who the users will be, I don't think something with HIPS would be a good candidate to install.
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Picablu,
I've had three external hard drives over the past 5 years or so. Two I like and am using. The third was a junker.
The two I like: Western Digital My Book and Iomega Prestige, both 500 gb. I disliked that the My Book came preloaded with backup software and that it has no on/off switch. I reformatted that drive to get rid of the preloaded software and it's been a reliable workhorse. I just purchased the Iomega a month or so ago. Unlike the My Book, it did not come preloaded with backup software and it has an on/off switch. It's too soon for me to vouch for it's reliability, but up till now I've had no trouble with it and it gets good reviews on Amazon http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001D7REI...x_ya_oh_product
The external drive I had problems with was a Simpletech Simpledrive. It could be that I just got a random lemon, but I doubt that I'll buy another one from them.
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I?ve been given a very old Dell desktop (10-year old Dimension 400) from some friends of ours who recently bought a new laptop.
From a hardware perspective, this old Dell still works fine although disk space is minimal. It has two hard drives installed, one about 10gb (C drive) and the other about 20gb (D drive). Also, the pc only has about 224 mb?s of ram.
From a software perspective, things were a mess. Tons of out-of-date programs, multiple anti-virus programs, missing links, possible malware, etc. etc. So, rather than try to salvage what was there, I reformatted both drives and installed a fresh version of XP Pro on the C drive. I spent much of yesterday installing Windows updates and it is now fully updated and patched (SP3), and I also upgraded to IE8.
We intend to use the computer primarily for the kiddies to play internet games -- the 8 year old loves Legos Star Wars -- and as a learning tool. (We have another home computer for more serious matters.)
To keep things simple and hopefully to keep the system running as optimally as possible given it?s space and memory limitations, I want to put as little as possible on the C drive and to use the somewhat larger D drive to save music and picture files and to install portable apps. I don?t intend to install Microsoft Office.
Thus far, the only program I have installed on the C drive (other than the XP operating system) is Returnil to help make the pc kid-proof. There?s about 3 gb of space remaining on the C drive. Even though Returnil is also useful from a security standpoint, I probably should supplement it by installing on the C drive an anti-malware program as well. I?ve been debating between something robust like Avast (about 40 mb?s) and something minimal like Malwarebytes (about 5 mb?s). I am not familiar with Returnil, Avast or MBAM, but they appear to be well-regarded on this forum (I played around with Returnil last night after installing it and it seems very straight-forward).
Sorry for being long-winded, but I wanted to give as much info as possible to put everything in context. I?d be grateful for your ideas, thoughts, and suggestions regarding whether you recommend an anti-malware program and, if so, which one.
Edit: I should clarify that I installed Returnil 2008. I know Returnil 2010 has anti-virus features, but opted to steer clear of that version after reading Dennis's thread about his problems with it.
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Afterward run Recuva and view in thumbnail mode. If you find something, just right click and BLAST IT.
I had an interesting discovery when I downloaded and ran a portable version of Recuva for the first time a few weeks ago.
I was experimenting a bit with Recuva at that time to learn more about it and found lots of thumbnail images from web sites I, and others in my family, had visited. The surprising part was that when we surf the web, we do so while sandboxed (Sandboxie) and we secure delete the sandbox after each browsing session via CCleaner. So I was surprised to see that the pictures from visted sites are still retrievable even after secure deleting them from the sandbox.
Now it doesn't bother me too much because we try to stay away from bad/risky sites, but for those who are interested in a high level of privacy, then following kroozer's above suggestion may be needed.
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So, I'm a computer nerd!! Where and how do I search for what you suggested?
Marge,
This likely involves going into the registry and deleting applicable keys. I would recommend a lot of caution because mishaps in the registry can cause severe damage to the proper functioning of your computer. Based on your comments, it doesn't sound like you have much or any experience regarding this issue. You may want to consider leaving well-enough alone; I doubt having a few leftover Nero registry keys are causing any detriment and the fact that CCleaner is identifying them is more of a nuisance than anything else.
Nonetheless, if you want to learn more about the registry, there are lots of places available on the internet. Here's one: http://www.theeldergeek.com/windows_xp_registry.htm
Edit: Sorry Andavari. Didn't mean to step on your toes. I posted my response prior to seeing yours. Nontheless, it offers additional perspective.
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I like the registry cleaner button where it is.
Another idea is to have a warning pop-up box appear when the registry button is clicked.
As shown, the pop-up could include a box to click to cancel re-appearances.
As an aside, I can't help but wonder: Out of all the many, many users of CCleaner, what percentage have ever had problems using the registry cleaner? We don't have the statistics to calculate that. But I'm unaware of anyone I know who has had an issue with it. In saying this, I'm not trying to minimize the aggravation those who have had trouble with this feature must have experienced. But I am trying to keep it in perspective.
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Several questions here about setting CCleaner to run automatically upon loading.
I would like to schedule CCleaner to run as a weekly Windows scheduled task.
I've set up the scheduled task to run "CCleaner.exe" weekly.
However, I don't think this will actually run the cleaner upon loading, but just run the software bringing it to the main options menu.
I've seen the pinned info at the top of this section on how to use Auto/shutdown. I would prefer to have an option that also allows me to run CCleaner manually and not upon loading.
My question is how will this work with Windows task scheduler or maybe it won't I dunno. Can I use the /AUTO/SHUTDOWN commands appended to the run CCLEANER.EXE command line when setting up the scheduled task?
Thanks, Tom
Tom,
Here's how I do it in Windows XP and it works fine:
Also, if you hibernate your system, you may want to remember to check this setting:
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Hello,
How can I clean my Portable Firefox (from PortableApps) with CCleaner?
OK, I have managed to delete the cahce files and the download history, adding the entries in the advanced > Include Tab
This is what I have:
PortableApps\FirefoxPortable\Data\profile\Cache\*.*
PortableApps\FirefoxPortable\Data\profile\downloads.sqlite
Now how do I clean the cookies, the form history and the flash cookies?
I?ve checked the embebbed ini files, but they actually use "specialkeys" for cleaning them.
Maybe there is a way to create a winapp2.ini file with a custom profile location for firefox portable?
Hope you can give me a hand.
Although it's not a solution using CCleaner, and assuming you have Firefox's version 3.5, doesn't activating FF's Private Browsing accomplish this? FF tools > Options > Privacy > Automatically start FF in a Private Browsing session. More here
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Man, tzuk cranks out new versions faster than I can keep up with!
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Hi hamall9. Here's a fairly recent thread about registry cleaning. http://forum.piriform.com/index.php?showtopic=24887
I suggest you take some time and read comments in that thread. Also, click on the additional links therein to get more perspective.
Registry cleaning is not a subject to be taken lightly. I have used CCleaner's registry cleaner for a few years now with no problems. But I do so because it is considered gentle. I doubt I would ever consider using something more aggresive. For me, the risk is too high and the payoff too negligible.
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Dennis,
I'm happy for you. Kids, and grandkids, are a blessing. No doubt, she's going to have poppop wrapped around her baby finger. And you'll be loving every minute of it.
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If you put suggestions and bug reports in this thread, then I'll create a new forum for it tomorrow.
A possible typo (Unkhown should be Unknown)?
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A fact
in The Lounge
I can't wait for the opportunity to drop that into a conversation. I love these gems of useless information.In that case, Dennis, enjoy!
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Thank you JD.
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It is my understanding starting with version 6 R11, the installation of Java updates also results in the preceding version being uninstalled.
I've been using JavaRa for about a year now. Questions:
1. Do you still recommend using JavaRa versus relying on the most recent Java update to uninstall the previous Java version on one's system?
2. If JavaRa is still recommended, what is the preferred approach: Use Add/remove programs first and then use JavaRa or only use JavaRa? I searched the forum, and found the below post, but didn't see any resolution. (Perhaps this is splitting hairs.)
New Sandboxie version
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Correct. I want My Documents to be cordoned off and inaccessible to my sandboxes. But your method of using a CD (presumably a rewriteable one) to store important information works well too. Perhaps another approach would be to use a flash drive.
Two other points (which may already be obvious) regarding my use of CCleaner with Sandboxie:
1) I use the Settings window in CCleaner to configure the secure delete settings. I think I selected the 3 passes option.
2) I also use the Settings window in CCleaner to add the Run CCleaner option to the Recycle Bin context menu because my preference is to just right click the recycle bin and run ccleaner from there.