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As
has been covered in the Firewall section it is very important to
protect an computer using the internet with a firewall. Like Anti-virus
software there is plenty of choice when it comes to firewall
software but there is also the option there for those whop are reluctant
to pay or want something free to actually get a free firewall.
Free
firewall software is available and is very good. One of the best
free firewall software is ZoneAlarm
provided free from ZoneLabs.
ZoneAlarm is free for individual and not-for-profit charitable entity
use (excluding governmental entities and educational institutions).
The
free firewall from ZoneAlarm systematically identifies hackers and
blocks access attempts and automatically makes your computer invisible
to anyone on the Internet. What this means is that as your computer
is made invisible it is harder for a potential hacker to find your
computer and if they did then they would then have access blocked.
Another
free firewall to look at is Outpost
Firewall by Agnitum.
It
must be noted that the free firewalls on offer will and do not offer
you the same support that you get from a paid version. They are
designed for personal use. If you are a company or require that
extra support you should look at getting a paid for subscription
for a firewall. The free versions will also usually offer paid for
versions where you will receive more features and more support!
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