feriso said:Oh it keeps stopping access to the 'net except if you use an ip address - e.g. bbc.co.uk won't work but the relevant IP will - same if you try and access my router . If i turn ZA off it is then fine and is OK for a while when I restart ZA.
ruffneck said:windows firewall with your routers firewall = win
Zap said:they do the same thing, no point in running both...
Zap said:they do the same thing, no point in running both...
Dangerous said:Your router wont stop and malware/spyware programs running on your PC. Thats why you need to use both.
Zap said:nor will windows firewall...
img said:well you could always get isa, checkpoint or a cisco ASA if you want something better
Dangerous said:Yes it will - It pops up a box asking to allow said program access to the internet
http://www.bluni.com/images/WinFirewall1.png
Curiosityx said:Dont be silly..
If your looking for a hardware based applicance there are many smaller units avaliable on the market aimed at small businesses or individuals.
Cisco Pix 501
Watchguard Firebox® SOHO 6
Watchguard Firebox® X Edge
Sonicwall TotalSecure
Have a look on the auction sites and youll get a bargin specially for last generation models
If your after a software solution the Windows firewall behind any NAT enabled device does a very good job.