ZoneAlarm Free 4.5

[Jordan]

New and improved features in ZoneAlarm version 4.5.530.0:

- Host file lock - prevents host file tampering that sends users to spoofed
web sites

- Build in instant conversion to a ZoneAlarm Pro trial and back without
additional download

- Routine maintenance items

- eBay online fraud protection

4,875 KB

http://download.zonelabs.com/bin/free/1012_zl/zlsSetup_45_530.exe

http://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/company/products/znalm/comparison.jsp

 

[George]

New and improved features in ZoneAlarm version 4.5.530.0:

When did they go to version 4.x? Just looked and I'm on 3.7. The update
option said I was up to date. Downloading 4.5 now. Thanks

 

[monkeyman]

When did they go to version 4.x? Just looked and I'm on 3.7. The update
option said I was up to date. Downloading 4.5 now. Thanks

The Pro version had incremented that much. This is just the free
version catching up.

 

[Its Me]

New and improved features in ZoneAlarm version 4.5.530.0:

Has Zone Alarm become less bloated, and less crashy as it was a while back?
(that is why I switched to Kerio.. it was slowing my system down, and
crashed occasionaly)

 

[Mark Warner]

The Pro version had incremented that much. This is just the free
version catching up.

Can anyone explain why the updater in v3.7.211 says I'm up to date?

 

[Rob]

New and improved features in ZoneAlarm version 4.5.530.0:

- Host file lock - prevents host file tampering that sends users to
spoofed web sites

- Build in instant conversion to a ZoneAlarm Pro trial and back
without additional download

- Routine maintenance items

- eBay online fraud protection

4,875 KB

http://download.zonelabs.com/bin/free/1012_zl/zlsSetup_45_530.exe

http://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/company/products/znalm/comparison.jsp

It appears that the host file lock is not in the FREE version. I suspect
that this new version is aimed at trying to get more users to try the trial
version and buy it at the end (since the trial version is now bundled with
the Free version).

Rob

 

[monkeyman]

Can anyone explain why the updater in v3.7.211 says I'm up to date?

Mine did the same thing. Maybe it looks for a higher 3.xxx and doesn't
see 4.xxx. Anyway, I downloaded the update from Zone Labs and no
problems.

 

[monkeyman]

http://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/company/products/znalm/comparison.jsp

It appears that the host file lock is not in the FREE version. I suspect
that this new version is aimed at trying to get more users to try the trial
version and buy it at the end (since the trial version is now bundled with
the Free version).

Rob

Lock it from Spybot S&D

 

[Jordan]

Can anyone explain why the updater in v3.7.211 says I'm up to date?

Zone Labs says that updates will be pushed to users over the next few days
to prevent a sudden crush of requests that could crash the ZoneLabs server.

 

[monkeyman]

Lock it from Spybot S&D

Turns out they simply moved it. Locks host is now in the
Firewall/Advanced button pop up.

 

[monkeyman]

Zone Labs says that updates will be pushed to users over the next few days
to prevent a sudden crush of requests that could crash the ZoneLabs server.

Ah, that explains.

 

[Jordan]

Turns out they simply moved it. Locks host is now in the
Firewall/Advanced button pop up.

You are probably looking at the ZA Pro trial version. When that expires, it
will become ZA Free which may not have the "lock host file" option.

 

[monkeyman]

You are probably looking at the ZA Pro trial version. When that expires, it
will become ZA Free which may not have the "lock host file" option.

No, it's the free version alright. I've been through their confusing
download procedure many times before. Sure way to tell is to set the
email Protection, the free version says (.VBS Only)

 

[George Richards]

You are probably looking at the ZA Pro trial version. When that
expires, it will become ZA Free which may not have the "lock host
file" option.

I can confirm that the Host File Lock is included in the free version.

 

[Jordan]

I can confirm that the Host File Lock is included in the free version.

Thanks George & monkeyman. That means that the Zone Labs comparison page in
incorrect:
http://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/company/products/znalm/comparison.jsp

 

[donutbandit]

New and improved features in ZoneAlarm version 4.5.530.0:

- Host file lock - prevents host file tampering that sends users to
spoofed web sites

- Build in instant conversion to a ZoneAlarm Pro trial and back
without additional download

- Routine maintenance items

- eBay online fraud protection

4,875 KB

http://download.zonelabs.com/bin/free/1012_zl/zlsSetup_45_530.exe

http://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/company/products/znalm/comparison
.jsp

Learn a tiny bit about computer security. Learn how to edit your own HOSTS
file and how to configure Kerio Personal Firewall, and kiss this bloated
piece of crap goodbye for ever. It's not hard.

Just why DOES Zone Alarm insist on having that direct connection to ZA
Central open at all times?

Using Zone Alarm is about the same level as Outlook Express users. Anybody
can do better with just a little effort.

 

[LateforWork]

Learn a tiny bit about computer security. Learn how to edit your own HOSTS
file and how to configure Kerio Personal Firewall, and kiss this bloated
piece of crap goodbye for ever. It's not hard.

Just why DOES Zone Alarm insist on having that direct connection to ZA
Central open at all times?

Using Zone Alarm is about the same level as Outlook Express users. Anybody
can do better with just a little effort.

I have to agree, absolutely. Advice is spot on. Make use of HOSTS file
and use Kerio Personal firewall (v 2.1.5 NOT the new one which has
departed substantially from the 'lean' philosophy which characterises
v2.1.5). It is very configurable, easy to use, and uses minimal system
resources. One word of warning: uninstall Zone Alarm first before
installing KPF. And make sure that you thoroughly uninstall Zone Alarm
and reboot.

Got to rush, don't want to be...
LateforWork/

 

[Rob]

Thanks George & monkeyman. That means that the Zone Labs comparison
page in incorrect:

http://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/company/products/znalm/comparison.jsp

I suspect that when you first instal v 4.5 you are using the trial version.
Then after 30 days of so, some of the features disappear like Hosts file
lock. (But the software will probably nag you to upgrade and pay $$ before
than happens).

Rob

 

[George]

Learn a tiny bit about computer security. Learn how to edit your own HOSTS
file and how to configure Kerio Personal Firewall, and kiss this bloated
piece of crap goodbye for ever. It's not hard.

I can't think of any reason why I would want to. ZA works fine for me,
doesn't slow my PC down and does what it says on the tin.

Just why DOES Zone Alarm insist on having that direct connection to ZA
Central open at all times?

No idea but I haven't read anything that suggests anything malicious.

Using Zone Alarm is about the same level as Outlook Express users. Anybody
can do better with just a little effort.

Why would using Kerio make me "do better?" Does it do anything that
Zonealarm doesn't, that I would find useful? I couldn't find anything when
I tried it before and went back to Zonealarm. Each to their own..

 

[stan]

i notice ver 4.5 uses 4mb more memory..than the last ver 37.211,
on my system, its getting bigger...

also this feature is in the "pro" version, "ID Lock", keeps your
confidential personal information private from ID thieves and
Internet predators,

does this mean our confidential personal information is exposed in
the free version? oh my, I dont feel safe anymore,

regards
stan