Re: Notifying user of open Internet access

From: EDOOD (nospam)
Date: 12/14/04 

Date: Tue, 14 Dec 2004 18:18:07 GMT

My final comment is that Windows was not designed from the start for the
Intenet. I believe the Port 139 was for Netbios shares, in a controlled
environment. In my opinion ( I am entitled to an opinion), this is a
serious flaw in the whole computing market. I mean, with no training, you
can go to Fry's electronics, buy a "Toaster" oven, plug it in, not read any
directions, and be toasting bagles ten minutes later. In the same light,
you can go to fry's, buy a computer/laptop, plug it into a broadband
connection, and be on the Internet within that same 10 minutes. No
training, nothing.. I have been taking computer/networking classes for
several years, and am amazed by the sheer ignorance of the public, as regard
to security and safety.
I always use a NAT box, before putting a Windows box on the Internet. I
block Ports 135-139, and 445 automatically. I also have logs that are
generated (SYSLOG'S), and I review, to see where vulnerabilities...Lately, I
use a service like www.grc.com "Shields Up", to see where my vulnerabilities
are.
I just wanted to know if you would heads up someone. Obviouisly, I never
meant to get the dire warning, or hear about ISP Gestapo tactics...I just
wanted to hear a concensus...What troubles me more is that no one can get
into a discussion without name calling, or threatening tone.
I have come to respect the opinions (and that is what they are) of the
postings on this group. It is sad that a (relatively) educated bunch of
people have to resort to name calling, in order to get their opionon
expresses. I for one value the postings here. I never would doubt
someone's credentials, if I thought A) they express themselves clearly B)
The pass the "SMELL" test (does it make sense??) C) The leave the nasty
comments out of it.

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