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The original poster, stueycaster, is exploring EMET as a potential tool for hardening their Windows operating system, but they are unsure about its proper setup and effectiveness. They have installed EMET, configured it for specific applications like browsers and Adobe Reader, and noticed some functional adjustments, such as disabling "EAF" to stream Netflix. Overall, they seek advice on whether EMET is worthwhile and guidance on optimal configuration, expressing a cautious yet curious attitude towards its use.

stueycaster

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I guess the first question I should ask is do the experts here at this forum think this thing is worthwhile. It looks like this might be the way of hardening my operating system that I have been thinking I'd like to have. It also looks like it could hinder the operation of a computer.

I've already installed it but I don't understand it. I was wondering if anyone here really knows how this should be set up. The literature I've found online hasn't really helped. It seems to basically say " try it and see".

I've set up my browsers, the plugin container, email program and Adobe Reader in it. I had to disable "EAF" in the plugin container or I couldn't stream NetFlix video.

That's all I've done so far. I don't know where to go from there.
 

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I guess a little more info is in order here. Here's how I have it set up so far.

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It came with the System Status set like that. I had to add the apps myself. Maybe that's all I need to do. It shows that EMET is running on the apps I configured.
 

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