Firewalls

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Dave C.

I am using Microsoft firewall as well as McAfee firewall. Does running
ZoneAlarm with these two provide any additional protection?

Thanks in advance,

Dave C.
 
"Dave C." said:
I am using Microsoft firewall as well as McAfee firewall. Does running
ZoneAlarm with these two provide any additional protection?

Thanks in advance,
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Most people will tell you that you should run just one of those only,
and not 2 or more at once. Possible conflicts result otherwise. If you
just want inbound protection and are not concerned about what apps
connect out, then the Windows Firewall is enough. If you also want
outbound coverage and like to know what dials out, then turn off the
Windows firewall and use either McAfee or ZA, but not both.
 
Kerodo said:
Most people will tell you that you should run just one of those only,
and not 2 or more at once. Possible conflicts result otherwise. If you
just want inbound protection and are not concerned about what apps
connect out, then the Windows Firewall is enough. If you also want
outbound coverage and like to know what dials out, then turn off the
Windows firewall and use either McAfee or ZA, but not both.
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Thanks, makes sense.

Dave C.
 
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