Re: Windows XP Firewall

From: Thor Kottelin (thor_at_anta.net)
Date: 12/29/03

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    Date: Mon, 29 Dec 2003 23:29:31 +0200

    "J.Houston" wrote:
    >
    > I am currently using Windows XP built in firewall protection on
    > broadband. Should this be sufficient or should I consider purchasing
    > other firewall software?

    It is never safe to rely on Microsoft security. However, I'd rather consider
    hardware, e.g. a simple NAT router, than multiple "software firewalls" on
    the same box.

    Thor 

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