Firewall Feature

[smile11]

I have XP Pro as my operating system and was just wondering if the Firewall be on at all times?

Let me know your thoughts?

Thanks in advance.

 

[SESaskDFC]

Howdy:

Yes !!

Murray

 

[smile11]

Thanks for the reply but I heard that this will limit me from going into certain websites? Is that true?

I just want it on for virus protection.

 

[linney]

See if this helps you with XP Firewall.

http://www.gamespyarcade.com/helpers/workshop/xpfirewall/

 

[etom]

The fire wall will offer some protection from hackers however, it will not prevent many viruses. For that protection you need a virus protection software such as Norton anti-virus. There are many to choose from, I just mentenioned the one that came to mind. I run Computer Associates ETrust anti-virus. Why that one you may ask. My employer requires it and supplies it.

Bottom line, a Firewall will not give you Virus protection. It only protects you from un-authorized access of your computer from mischevious programs and hackers. You really should have both a firewall and virus detection software.

etom