Re: hardware vs software security

From: donutbandit (none_at_none.com)
Date: 10/24/03 

Date: 24 Oct 2003 17:30:47 GMT

"Randy F. Smith" <rsmith@iboxcabinets.com> wrote in
news:vpig64gnfjrr73@corp.supernews.com:

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> What's the best protection from hackers, a router or software like
> Zone Alarms? or do I require both?
>

Are you on dialup or broadband?

Generally, a personal firewall is enough for dialup users. On broadband,
I'd use a router.

You are going to get all kinds of suggestions and arguments over what is
best. Personally, I'm on dialup, and I find Kerio Personal Firewall to be
just fine, and all I need.

I wouldn't have Zone Alarm on my computer if someone paid me to, but even
that stirs up aruguments, and this is really not a firewall group.

Just think about this - ZA Free is crippleware, and just why does that
kernel have to be connected to ZA Central at all times? What is it telling
them? Spyware masquerading as a firewall?

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