[dba-Tech] firewalls

Maybe. You don't need to use Windows Firewall.

Using a router/firewall removes the majority of threats from direct outside attack. 

It doesn't stop you from getting caught through other vectors such as malicious websites, 
emails etc.  Third party software firewalls such as Comodo , Sunbelt, ZoneAlarm etc  give 
the added protection of checking//filtering outgoing traffic. They will block and let you know 
if you have been compromised  by malware which is trying to send out your personal info or 
use you as a spambot. 


On 1 Mar 2009 at 19:51, Susan Harkins wrote:

> I just hooked up an older computer using Windows 2000 for Lexie using a 
> wireless router. The router has a firewall. That means I don't need to worry 
> about a local firewall on that system, right?
> 
> Susan H. 
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