<cbcb52> wrote in message news:tv638311q59snegs5qhe3inf87laot0cju@4ax.com...
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> Just got ZoneAlarm 7.1.78.0 ( Vista compatible )
> After 1 hour connected I got zero warnings and zero attacks
> ( DSL connection without a Router )
> At Shields Up site ( https://www.grc.com/x/ne.dll?bh0bkyd2 )
> Vista's Firewall showed stealth , while ZA did not .
> I really like ZA , but this released version seems to have a
> problem.
> ( Oh yes their site is kind of "confused " - It says this
> version is vista compatible on some pages , while on
> other pages , they say it's not ) - Fact is , the install
> program , offers an option Vista or XP .
>
If you really want to utilize phoney-baloney software you should have a look
here first:
http://www.matousec.com/projects/win...ewalls-ratings
but you're doing yourself a disservice downloading/installing any of these
fantasyware. And don't blinded by marketing
If you have a suitable router you'd be better off looking for a simple
packet filter/sniffer. The in-built application in both WinXP and Vista are
doing an excellent job. Don't get too much excited about stealth... there
are many people who consider it useless.
Ensure you have a good AV application - No trojan = no issues with outbound
traffic. Also consider that by preventing some programs from 'phoning home'
could also rule out from looking for possible security updates. An insecure
option
Educational reading:
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/tec...s/default.aspx
and scroll down to:
Myth: Host-Based Firewalls Must Filter Outbound Traffic to be Safe.
Also:
http://samspade.org/d/firewalls.html
Basically, I am all against any registry cleaners etc. but if need to find
particular registry keys for deletion you may wish to consider utilizing
RegSeeker <
http://www.hoverdesk.net/freeware.htm >. I found this
application safe to use and has a back-up facility. Just type in ZoneAlarm
and all relevant keys will be displayed at your disposal. Alternatively you
could investigate if there is an ZA Uninstall tool available; I know Norton
is offering one for removing their applications.
Consider implementing a security concept including 'hardening' of OS'.
Good luck