Re: port status

From: Lars M. Hansen (badnews@hansenonline.net)
Date: 02/11/03 

From: Lars M. Hansen <badnews@hansenonline.net>
Date: Mon, 10 Feb 2003 23:58:24 GMT

On Mon, 10 Feb 2003 23:50:07 +0200, Petski spoketh

>Does this mean that my computer is safe without any software firewall?
>I did not set up the router myself, I got it from my ISP, configured and
>running. They didn't even tell me about the NAT-thing, so at first I was
>confused recognizing I was behind a firewall or something. I have downloaded
>a manual but understanding this stuff isn't exactly a piece of cake. But I'm
>learning... :-)
>Thanks, Petski
>

The router protects you against most external threats, but it does
little to prevent outbound traffic from spyware, worms and other
malware. For this reason, many recommend using both a router and a
software solution.

Lars M. Hansen
http://www.hansenonline.net
(replace 'badnews' with 'news' in e-mail address)

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