Broadband internet

Reel_Big_Fish · 10-02-2006, 10:06 AM

I finally made the jump to broadband high speed internet through Comcast late last week. I have a question about the firewall though.

How do I know that I'm being protected and that the McAffee (sp) software is actually running also? I'm just trying to cover my bases and to make sure I'm protected.

JustCallMeDave · 10-02-2006, 11:05 AM

What are you looking to protect yourself from with this firewall?

crabbait · 10-02-2006, 11:37 AM

I have Comcast and Norton Anti-virus, Zone Alarm firewall and Spyware Doctor (along with Adaware, Spybot, Microsoft Anti-spyware and Trend Anti-spyware).

I would recommend at least the free version of Zone Alarm.

Good luck.

matttheduck · 10-02-2006, 07:58 PM

i have norton and have to turn off the internet worm protection on my desktop computer to get on the internet. needless to say, i don't use my desktop to surf much :smile:

Pete · 10-02-2006, 08:03 PM

Software firewalls are good. Putting a router between your cable modem and your computer will create a functional firewall that can be configured to provide additional security. There's a TON of information at www.broadbandreports.com which can help you understand and consider options.