Re: Client End Firewalls

From: xyberpix (xyberpix_at_xyberpix.com)
Date: 10/06/04

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    To: Dell <tekwannabe@peoplesources.org>
Date: Wed, 06 Oct 2004 22:09:07 +0100

    Personally I'd recommend BlackICE Defender on a dial-up, or for any
    personal firewall. Have a look at BlackICE.iss.net .

    xyberpix

    On Sat, 2004-10-02 at 05:50, Dell wrote:
    > Would this not be an overhead for admins, not to mention the learning curb?
    > Also, would anyone recommend Zone Alarms for someone who is on dialup?
    >
    > Thanks,
    >
    > D.
    >
    > ----- Original Message -----
    > From: <Grant.Orchard@aws.aust.com>
    > To: <security-basics@securityfocus.com>
    > Sent: Monday, September 27, 2004 10:27 PM
    > Subject: Client End Firewalls
    >
    >
    > >
    > >
    > >
    > >
    > > Hi guys,
    > >
    > > How much protection do you believe client side firewalls provide? My boss
    > > has asked for my thoughts on a system like Zone Labs are now offering. Can
    > > anyone provide me with their thoughts on what benefits this actually
    > > provides?
    > >
    > > Many thanks
    > >
    > > Grant Orchard
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