Re: firewall

From: Bob Byrne (bobbyrne@dingoblue.net.au)
Date: 02/17/03


From: "Bob Byrne" <bobbyrne@dingoblue.net.au>
Date: Mon, 17 Feb 2003 16:07:22 +1100


"Mike" <mredman@sympatico.ca> wrote:

> Can anyone tell me if windows XP firewall works well
> enough to run alone, or should a backup such as zone alarm
> be used along with it?

I've asked the same question and was advised to use a third party
firewall as well. I'm using Zone Alarm and a novice in this area but it
virtually sets itself up as you use it.

-- 
Regards, Bob


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