Product Description

Symantec Gateway Security 320 VPN/Firewall - 4 x 10/100Base-TX LAN, 1 x 10/100Base-TX WAN, 1 x Serial Management - VPN/FirewallThe Symantec Gateway Security 300 Series is the high-performance, low-maintenance networkappliance for small businesses. It combines a state-of-the-art firewall, a reliable Internet gateway,and a secure wireless option all in one affordable solution. With simplified installation,embedded licensing, and easy-to-manage features like Symantec LiveUpdate, the 300 Seriesoffers secure, high-speed connectivity with minimal overhead. Nice electronics is your source for everyday low prices on theSymantec 10224327 - SYMANTEC GATEWAY SECURITY 320 APPLIANCE and all other Symantec Network Security ... Read more

Features

• Intuitive setup wizard; embedded licensing; low maintenance
• 6-in-1 gateway security package for the small business network
• Comprehensive security; state-of-the-art firewall; intrusion prevention
• Affordable, high-performance technology; secure wireless capability
• Reliable Internet gateway; Internet content filtering

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Features

• Monitors who’s behind on the network, even behind closed doors
• The power of MAC Address Filtering in a simple intuitive interface
• Unique continuous background network scanning detects intruders who’ve evaded security
• Ideal for parents
• Reports user names and times of use

Reviews (4)

Lies and then more lies
The product did not work with Parkervision routers, and evidently does not with others as well. The response from OTO software is that they would come up with a solution in a "timely" manner. Three months later an email to them resulted in the reply that they were not going to be doing anything like that at all. A waste of money and time.

Easy and it Works
I've often bought programs similar to this one and they didn't work much and were a waste. Not this!It's easy, and works! Useful to see the current connections too. They gave the correct list of default passwords for the routers. It works with the Linksys Range Expander and you can Friend/Foe/Unknown that devise. I was worried it would not work w/ my network, spend hours on this, frustation, but none of that! A charm. Highly recommend!

A 'must' for wireless networks
As a tech guy who supports both home and small business users, I am always on the lookout for high-tech products that will either simplify my job or provide a better experience for my clients.Wi-Fi Defense does both.

Before I started recommending Wi-Fi Defense for my clients' networks (I use it on my own, too), I would often get calls asking me why a new user or device couldn't get on the network.I would then have to try to walk my client through logging into the wireless router and making the appropriate, complex adjustments.Oftentimes this led to inadvertent changes or just mass confusion.Although this wasn't fun for me or my clients we suffered through it in an attempt to secure their wireless networks.

With Wi-Fi Defense that confusion and those calls are a thing of the past because the software enables people who know nothing about computers to guard against unauthorized users on their network while making sure the users that want to have access can.

Before Wi-Fi Defense came out it might have been forgivable to not secure your wireless network because of the complexities involved.However, now that Wi-Fi Defense makes it so easy (and now that the number of wireless hackers using other people's networks to send spam and other illegal activities) there really is no excuse for leaving your network exposed.

Best Home Wireless Defense Software
If you want an awesome piece of software to protect your home/small business against wireless intruders this would be it.The software has this very easy to use interface that actually can interface with your wireless router.I don't know how it does it but it is very cool.I have a Dell router and installed the software and it knew I had a Dell router.It prompted me for by admin account and password and presto I have easy security on my network.It shows you in this easy to use inteface who is connnected and allows me to keep them or restrict them.This is a must have security software!!!! ... Read more

Features

• This full suite of tools has firewall, antivandal, filter and privacy features
• This four-level line of defense provides optimal security that you can customize to eliminate threats to your privacy
• Personal Firewall protects and monitors all incoming and outgoing data
• Antivandal blocks all attempts to break into your Mac, detects wrong passwords and logs vandal attacks for complete protection
• Control cookies, block spam & ad banners, hide your browser & platform information

Amazon.com Product Description

This is a package of two products, Norton AntiVirus 7.0 and Norton Personal Firewall 1.0, designed to keep your data and Mac system safe and sound. Norton AntiVirus finds and repairs infected files, protecting againstMacintosh and macro viruses. It also automatically scans incominge-mail attachments for viruses. LiveUpdate technology provides easyupdating of virus definitions over the Internet to keep you prepared forthe latest threats from e-mail messages, Internet downloads, file servers,and shared disks. You can also get prompt assistance with infected filesfrom the Symantec AntiVirus Research Center (SARC).

Norton Personal Firewall for Macintosh provides defense against hackers. Itprevents unauthorized access, keeps your data private and secure, and iseasy to install and use. This powerful firewall solution monitors allInternet connections to and from your Mac, creating a log and alerting you toattempted intrusions. With Norton Personal Firewall, you can use thedefault settings right out of the box or customize the program to meet yourspecific needs. Whether your Internet connection is always on with DSL or acable modem, or you just dial up occasionally, your Mac is susceptible anytime you're connected. Norton Personal Firewall was designed specifically to remedy this vulnerability. ... Read more

Reviews (2)

What, me worry?
Until fairly recently, my internet access was by way of phone modem, and my e-mail software was, to put it mildly, archaic. Even worse, the dial-up service to which I had access required a toll call. Needless to say, my on-line time was spent, for the most part, in brief spurts: Get on; get what I need (mostly just e-mail); get off.

Given this "get on; get off" modus operandi, I didn't need to worry too much about people hacking into my computer (a Macintosh); the window of opportunity my machine presented to hackers was pretty small, to put it mildly. But I still managed to get Windoze-sourced virus attachments to e-mail I received. On the Mac, these manifested themselves as text files having a vbe extension, meaning that they would run under Visual Basic on Windoze machines. On a Mac, of course, no damage is done. (I was helped more than a little by Microsoft, which continues to cripple Visual Basic for the Mac, limiting it to just a macro programming language as part of the MS Office suite. I couldn't have run these programs if I had wanted to.) But, using a text editor, I at least had the opportunity to scan these Visual Basic programs, to see "what made them tick."

Then (fairly recently, as I wrote), I upgraded to a broadband (cable modem) internet connection. And, since my Mac of choice is a laptop, with ultra-low energy consumption and other similar benefits, I tend to leave it on all (well, at least MOST) of the time. So I thought it prudent to install some sort of protection against hackers (and against the possibility that someone might try to write Mac-specific viruses and worms, despite the fact that 95% of personal computers are NOT Macs). Enter Norton Internet Security for the Mac. This inexpensive "insurance" software contains two parts: a software "Personal Firewall" and Norton AntiVirus ("NAV"), the latest version of Norton's "SAM" (Symantic Antivirus for the Mac). Each module is flexible in the way it can be customized for one's personal use. (For example, NAV preferences can be set so that archived files are not scanned [once they are scanned initiallly for contamination], saving significant scanning time subsequently.)

I've now used Norton Internet Security for a few months, and am pleased to report that it does what it is advertised to do, unobtrusively and in the background. The Personal Firewall log tells me that, on average, there are upward of 50 or 60 daily attempts to "ping" my computer, all denied. (A fair percentage of these has been from my broadband service, but the service's lack of success at entry doesn't seem to negatively affect our relationship.) The NAV log tells me that, since installation, only one active Mac virus has been discovered and, of course, neutralized. And, not that it was ever a problem, but it seems as if the "stable as a rock" OS is even more stable, if that is possible.

Is there a downside? Well, I no longer see any of those Visual Basic attachments, so it's fair to say that my VB-for-the-Mac programming skills have never really left the starting block. But, then, neither have Microsoft's, so I'm not complaining.

An interesting aside: In preparing this review, I did a websearch on the "Alfred E. Newman" brief description at the top, wanting to make sure that it ended up being punctuated correctly. Among the search "hits" I found was one for a Peachpit Press book on internet security for the Macintosh, having precisely this title. My apologies to Peachpit Press. But, well, a good idea is STILL a good idea, irrespective of its originator.

Highly recommended for all Mac users.

Bob Zeidler

Truly Easy to Install
When I received this pkg. I was prepared to call my "computer literate" friend but decided to see how far I could proceed in installing this on my own. The directions were clear and everything went smoothly. Now, I'll not be accused of passing any viruses nor will I receive any! ... Read more

Features

• Places an easy-to-use, always on-guard barrier between hackers and your hard drive
• Denies outbound Internet access to malicious applications that might surreptitiously transmit personal data to hackers
• Fingerprints trusted programs to connect without unnecessary or false alarm alerts
• Easy-to-read graphical maps showing the source of hostile attacks and traffic worldwide
• Links to a dedicated anti-hacking database and Worldwide Hacker Activity Map

Reviews (5)

McAfee has poor customer service
This software was blocking communication on the LAN and after spending countless hours with live chat and exchanging e-mails with tech support over a 3 month period, they could not help me resolve the problem.McAfee would NOT give me a refund because the product is well over 30 days old, even though they could not help me get this software working.I will never buy or recommend any product from this company.

Poor excuse of a Firewall
Have had McAfee Personal Firewall Plus 2004 v. 5.0 for about 3 months. Installs easy, easy setup, no crashes, very compatible. Would I recommend this Firewall? NO WAY, NO HOW...

Never scaned my ports, figuring McAfee was doing a good job. Big mistake. By chance one day, I did a free port scan at grc.com. First scan showed 4 ports open. NOT GOOD....

So went to built-in "McAfee Scan Your Ports" Showed 1 of the 4 PORTS OPEN. Reason only showed 1 OPEN PORT isMcAfee's port scanner, "Hacker Watch" only scans the SAME 9 PORTS, and this takes over 4 minutes to do so. At GRC.com, this site scans 1055 in little over 1 minute. Also same results at dslreports.com/scan., verifyinggrc.com findings/results. Ports still open 80% of time.

OK I change settings higher. Only can go up 1 setting, without shutting ALL In AND OUT TRAFFIC OFF. Still same results, OPEN PORTS. FAQs don't help, so email McAfee Tech Support. That was two weeks ago. Since then have emailed every other day, no reply... Waited to hear from McAfee Support before writting this review, but no reply... Not going telephone route at 2.95 minute. Can buy better Firewall for 10 minutes talk time, or even free Firewall.

Also McAfee is hookup with many other software utilities, and these popup all the time. Tried to shut these off but can't. Think many software companies distribute their programs before complete. Can happen, but no support not forgivable. Hope uninstall works? Don't go with McAfee Firewall, or you might be writing one of these sad stories.

A good program but for one ruinous flaw.
Think of Network Associates' McAfee Personal Firewall Plus 5.0.1.5 as an average automobile that can be driven by everyone.Think of ZoneLab's ZoneAlarm Pro 4.5 (published for retail through Broderbund) as a feature-ladened "modified" car, which can also be driven by everyone, but is only truly appreciated by those with the know-how to tinker under the hood to realize maximum performance.

Personal Firewall Plus is an easy-to-use firewall for the average home user.The choice between PFP and Zone Lab's top-rated ZoneAlarm Pro 4.5 will depend on your taste for technical detail and proactivity.Though PFP has fewer features than ZoneAlarm Pro, Personal Firewall Plus compensates with a simpler interface and generally less intrusive operation.

The major operating difference between ZoneAlarm Pro and Personal Firewall Plus is that ZoneAlarm's security controls are much more granular.PFP only has four general settings for the firewall: Trusting, Standard, Tight, and Lockdown; and three Internet access settings for programs: Full Access, Block, and Allow Outbound Traffic Only.Personal Firewall Plus simplifies the firewall configuration process by integrating with Hackerwatch.org, a Network Associates sponsored database of global geographically- and temporally-tracked information security intrusions and virus infections.Hackerwatch provides Personal Firewall Plus with some basic intelligence to automatically determine which programs should be allowed access or denied to the Internet, without bothering the user for permission.PFP will not bother you to let common applications (such as Internet Explorer, Netscape, MSN Messenger, Outlook Express, etc.) access the Internet.In practice, this feature works well but is not as smart as it should be.As of this writing, Hackerwatch does not recognize some common or fairly new applications that use Internet access for ancillary purposes, such Intuit's TurboTax 2003 for downloading the latest program updates and tax code revisions.Given Network Associates' work in corporate-level network security, Hackerwatch's slight ineptitude is somewhat surprising.

Personal Firewall Plus provides occasional pop-up notices from Hackerwatch on the latest virii and security alerts.While the notices may be thought of as informative (especially to those who use don�t use anti-virus software), they may also be construed as advertisements for McAfee VirusScan.Fortunately, these pop-up notices may be turned off.

For $10 more (retail), ZoneAlarm Pro offers a bevy of privacy features and precision security settings that Personal Firewall Plus lacks.ZoneAlarm Pro has an ID Lock, a pop-up blocker, a cache cleaner, and a mobile-code (JavaScript, Java, ActiveX, etc.) blocker.ZoneAlarm Pro also has a program manager that can selectively authorize program access to the Internet down to specific program modules; and a site manager to selectively specify for websites users have visited whether cookies, pop-up / pop-under windows, and application code (JavaScript, Java, ActiveX) etc., are accepted or blocked.With the exception of the pop-up blocker, these features should be configured by technically experienced users in order to be effective.For example, ZoneAlarm Pro's ID Lock feature, which intercepts and alerts the user to browser and e-mail traffic that transmit personal information, such as private e-mail addresses, social security numbers, etc., begins with a high number of false positives.It takes some knowledge and experimentation to configure the ID Lock properly; to know what information different websites should be entitled to or barred from.

Like any other firewall, Personal Firewall Plus is meant to be paired with anti-virus software.Of note, MSN Premium broadband internet service subscribers receive Personal Firewall Plus and Network Associates' McAfee VirusScan for free as part of their subscription.The VirusScan and Personal Firewall Plus bundle (and its competitor bundles from Symantec) are also sometimes significantly discounted or available for free after rebate.I have never seen ZoneAlarm Pro significantly discounted.

Unfortunately, Personal Firewall Plus has one ruinous flaw: the program deactivates itself when checking whether a user�s subscription service (to keep the program updated against the latest hack attacks) is current and valid.In fact, the onus is placed on the user to be alert to this circumstance and to manually reactivate the firewall.It is unbelievable that a firewall would leave a computer open and unprotected to attack, just to check its customer�s credentials.It is akin to having your car secretly unlock itself while unattended in a public place to verify with its manufacturer that you owned the vehicle.

As a result, I recommend that prospective customers buy ZoneAlarm Pro instead.At the very least, ZoneAlarm Pro users are entitled to continue to use whatever version of the program installed at the time of a subscription service lapse, however intentional or accidental.In similar scenarios, Personal Firewall Plus users would unexpectedly find themselves at a terrible disadvantage.

Avoid all McAfee products
Pros:

- It works??I don't know - it's never done anything on my computer, so maybe it hasn't been tested yet.

- It can be obtained free after mail-in rebates.

Cons:

- Starting around a month before your update subscription ends, McAfee "Buy New Subscription" pop-ups appear, you click on the x to close and they disappear...... for 60 seconds.Then they reappear, you click on the x ..... a minute later it comes back.There are only two ways to stop these popups - go online with your credit card number to McAfee.com to resubscribe to their update service or uninstall the McAfee program.Customer service and tech support both refused to tell me how to disable these continuously reappearing and incredibly annoying pop-ups.

- Tech support is virtually non-existant, unless you call in to their $2.95/minute or $39.99/issue support lines.E-mails get canned, non-responsive answers.The FAQ section of their website has no responses to real questions and the "24/7" tech support chat system is always busy or non-functional - its unavailable 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

-Having registered a previous version of a McAfee product may prevent you from getting updates on subsequent versions that the user legitimately acquires.I bought both Viruscan Professional 8.0 and Personal Firewall Plus, after getting VS Home 7.0 (both were free after rebates - the only reason I purchased them) and when the auto update tries to give me the current update of my new programs when I go online, it tells me "You are not authorized to receive this service."An e-mail to customer support got me back a confirmation that I am properly registered for the two new programs and I should have no problems.I guess continuing to receive the "You are not authorized to receive this service" response when I try to update the virus database isn't a problem for McAfee.However, it is a darn big problem for me.

-Who knows what sort of spy-ware McAfee installs on your computer with its standard installation?A quick check with Windows Explorer reveals that their uninstallation procedure does not uninstall 100% of the components of the McAfee software you have installed, that is for sure.

Avoid this horribly run company and its products.Even though it's not costing me any more than tax and postage after the rebates to re-subscribe, I think that's still the opposite of a bargain and I regret my decision to stay with McAfee.In retrospect, I should have gone with either Norton or one of their competitors.

Great app!
This app is worth the money! Keeps everything out that doesn't belong! And, unlike the rest of the 2004 line up from McAfee, it doesn't crash every time you open it!

For Firewalls, go with McAfee, for Virus scanners, go with McAfee, but don't buy QuickClean or InternetSecurity (very crash prone). ... Read more

Product Description

Find out who is calling without having to pull-out your Treo! Have you ever wished you could assign different ring tones to your Contacts, Categories and System events beyond the limitations of Treo Favorites? With mRing, it's easy and simple. Using mRing you can assign MIDI, WAV and MP3 ring tones to each individual contact or contact category in your address book. Set Different Ringers Four Your Contacts mRing enables you to assign different ring tone to each contact in your address book. If you have organized your contacts into the categories you can assign a special ring tone to each category - use different tunes for all your friends, co-workers, family... Use Various Ring Tone Formats mRing can use WAV and MIDI files as ring tones out of the box. If you have PocketTunes v2.1 or later mRing will be able to use MP3 files as ring tones as well. Store Your Tones on SD Card To save the memory, you can store your ring tones on external SD card and mRing will find them there when the phone call is detected. SMS, MMS, VoiceMail, Vibration, Silence In addition to customizing ring tones, you can instruct mRing to turn vibrate mode on for each contact or category, use the same tune for phone calls and SMS, define the MMS and voice mail notification ring tones, or just to silence your phone in special cases. mRing Features - Play MIDI, WAV and MP3* ring tones from main memory or external SD card - Assign ring tones to both Phone Book Categories and Individu ... Read more

Features

• Ram Used: 94
• Resolutions: Palm Hi-Res (320x320), Palm Standard (160x160)

Product Description

Easily set-up and monitor your home or business from anywhereNotification of alarm and viewing via e-mail internet or cell phoneMultiple camera support with simultaneous recordingWorks with USB Parallel Port Firewire and Network IP camerasShipping package dimensions: 1.5x7.7x9.5 (len x wid x dep) ... Read more

Features

• Easy-to-use camera and notification software
• Set up and monitor home or business from anywhere
• Notification and viewing via cell phone, Internet, or email
• Multiple camera support with simultaneous recording
• Works with any wired or wireless IP camera

Product Description

Stop hackers from stealing personal identifying information.

Stops hackers from stealing personal data and surveillance programs from downloading onto your PC without your knowledge. Detects and removes spying programs that antivirus and firewall software may overlook. Features proven anonymous surfing technology, junk file killer and Windows® startup optimizer that rid your system of hidden programs automatically. Auto updates provide the latest protection.

Don't Let A Thief Nab Your Personal Data! Do you feel safe banking or purchasing online? Spyware programs record your every keystroke allowing hackers to capture personal identifying information. Don't let them have it! Protect yourself from this malicious threat and stop the theft of your personal data today!

Is Your PC Spying On You?Do you surf the Web? Download software? Click on pop-up ads? If you answered yes to any of these, then your privacy is secretly being invaded! Unwanted installation of spyware and ad-ware is on the rise and unscrupulous companies are cashing in on your Web habits. Don't let them track you! Retain your privacy with SpyWare Killer™!

Prevent Snooping! Fight back against surveillance programs and keep your private information safe. SpyWare Killer™ detects spyware and tracking programs that antivirus software does not detect, because they are not viruses. SpyWare Killer™ alerts you to these secret invaders and puts you back in control of your privacy!

Features:

• Online updates keep your protection current
• Detects/removes spyware, track-ware and ad-ware
• Guards personal data Protects against spying and tracking
• Alerts you of the files infecting your PC
• Stops spyware from sending your personal data over the Internet

Features

• Custom privacy tools enhance your PC performance - erases unwanted files and determine which apps launch at startup
• Regain control of your PC - its privacy tools prevent keyloggers, sets up Ignore Lists and gives real-time blocking protection
• Scan memory, registry and folders quickly - detecting and removing spyware and adware
• Finds and destroys browser hijacks and dialers, trojans, cookies and more

Reviews (1)

Before you try this
Before you try this product to remove spyware and adware try ad-aware SE person or spybot search and destroy.You can locate these items at Cnet's download site www.download.com or at softpedia's website. ... Read more

Product Description

Symantec Client Security v.2.0 Small Business - Complete Product - Network Security - 5 User(s) Complete Product - Standard - English - PCClient Security 2.0 Business Packs provide powerful, multi-layer security in one easy-to-manage solution. With Symantec defending your business, you can count on up-to-date protection against viruses, hackers, and blended threats, along with world-class support. Cutting-edge firewall protection and intrusion detection automatically hide your desktops and block suspicious connections. They also interact seamlessly with Symantec AntiVirus to keep your desktops, network servers, and remote computers safeguarded against viruses, worms, Trojan horses, and blended threats. Centralized management tools facilitate automatic, timely protection and make it easy to secure your network from a single location. Meanwhile, the experts at Symantec Security Response supply fresh updates and professional support whenever new threats emerge. Nice electronics is your source for everyday low prices on theSymantec 10231601 - SYMANTEC CLIENT SECURITY SMALL BUSINESS 2.0 5U RETAIL CD and all other Symantec Software - Security ... Read more

Features

• Updates and professional support whenever new threats emerge
• Powerful, multi-layer security in one easy-to-manage solution
• Up-to-date protection against viruses, hackers, and blended threats
• Cutting-edge firewall protection and intrusion detection
• Centralized management tools facilitate automatic, timely protection

Product Description

Symantec Internet Security 2002 for Mac (Clearance!) (With Free Update to the Current Product Virus Definitions).Norton Internet Security(TM) For Macintosh provides essential protection from viruses, hackers, and privacy threats. ... Read more

Reviews (1)

a "must-have" for Mac's connected to the internet
I bought an iBook and hooked it up to the internet on my cable modem at home via the airport card, and I must say it is a pleasure to surf the internet at home at these speeds.But when I got to work the next day and started telling people about this, everyone asked "Do you have a firewall?"

At first, owning firewall software seemed excessively cautious.Who would want to access my computer?But one person told me how there computer was 'hijacked' unbeknownst to him, and used in an internet denial-of-service attack.Another person, who has a firewall, told me that he couldn't believe how often his computer was 'probed', and how his firewall protected his computer.

So I bought this software on their advice, and it was a good investment.It is very easy to install and configure the firewall.And it comes with Norton Anti-virus, which is useful for preventing viruses.And it comes with Alladin iClean which is useful for cleaning up after an internet session -- you wouldn't believe all the cookies, caches, and history files that are created after a session.

This is good value for the money...and a must-have if your Mac is on the internet. ... Read more

Features

• Hacker Tracking pinpoints the origin of anyone who tries to break into your system
• The powerful Personal Firewall protects you from any online spies, viruses, trojans or other threats
• Complete Mailsafe tool blocks suspicious inbound and outbound emails
• Automatic Intrusion Blocking recognizes, blocks and logs dangerous threats
• Cache Cleaner and cookie control eliminates traces of your Internet activity

Reviews (7)

Great product for the $$
I found a lot of negative reviews on this site.After checking some other sources and talking to some tech guru friends of mine, I decided to buy the software.It works flawlessly with my office network (single user DSL) and my home network (WiFi with a cable modem ISP).In addition, I have not seen any conflicts with Norton 2004.I love being prompted before my computer "talks" to the internet.

Intially I had a question, which caused me to email customer service.I sent the request around midnight, and I had a reply around 6:30 AM.

Does the job. And does it well.
Quite frankly, Zone Alarm Pro 4 (ZAP) does the job. And does the job well. With customizable setting for programs and websites, and configurable popups to let you, the user, choose what exactly is and isn't allowed to access the internet, ZAP is essential.

Well, you might ask, "So what? A firewall is supposed to block things like that." Yes, that's true, but ZAP continually asks for permissions. Annoying? Hardly. It lets you know that it is doing the job. You can mark a popup to set it so that program can always access the internet, or you can let it access the internet for only that time, or vice versa. Think something is running in the background and slowing your computer by constantly connecting to the internet?

Chances are that is possible. It was for me. I had a lot of programs connecting to the internet that definitely should NOT have been doing so. Zone Alarm Pro 4 gave me that window and, without knowing what the program was, inspected it further. Long story short - it never happened again.

It keeps a continuous log and permission screen so you can examine/change anything. It keeps a running counter to let you know how many intrusions ZAP has blocked since the installation.

The only problem with ZAP is that it might be too confusing for those without any computer experience. However, it is a necessity and is a MUST. Security is vital.

Nope nope nope
Product activation code is supposed to arrive within two-three business days by email. This took three weeks. And you MUST have it to run the software. After finally getting the code, we had many problems with the software BUT could not return it because by that time, the return period expired. If you have a home network, this is not a good choice.

The Best Firewall Software
After experiencing extreme frustration with Norton Internet Security, I bought this product as a test.I reformatted my hard drive and installed all the factory default drivers and programs, along with Norton Antivirus and Zone Alarm Pro.I have not had a problem since.

When first connecting to the Internet you have to specify which programs you want to grant access to.What is very helpful in this software is that you can ask for more information and Zone Alarm will tell you what program is associated with the .exe attempting to gain access, along with a recommendation.Once you have your primary programs configured (and configuration is easy), everything else is seamless.

I am very very pleased with the ease of setup and integration of this software with my antivirus program.I would recommend this product any day over Norton's firewall or Internet security programs.

I was ONCE a big fan of Zonealarm....
...but the latest versions seem to have gone the same way as Symantec's buggy bloatware. After years as a loyal paying customer, I have uninstalled ZA from all my computers. Agnitum's Outpost Firewall is what I'm using now - and it's been problem-free.

The last few versions of ZA have given me nothing but trouble. I couldn't see flash animations on my preferred homepage. I couldn't complete certain transactions online without turning ZA off, completely defeating its purpose. I couldn't read some websites at all, and others loaded slowly, excruciating slowly, even though I have cable and most pages load with lightning speed. ... Read more

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Product Description

Symantec's Norton Internet Security 2005 provides essential protection from viruses, hackers, and privacy threats. Norton AntiVirus™ is the world's most trusted antivirus solution. Norton™ Personal Firewall keeps personal data in and hackers out. And Norton™ Privacy Control, Norton AntiSpam™, and Norton™ Parental Control safeguard you and your family from other common online risks.

Norton AntiVirus™:

• Norton™ Internet Worm Protection stops certain damaging Internet worms at the point of entry.

• Automatically turns the firewall back on after a set period of time if you need to turn it off temporarily.

• Confidential information blocking now lets you send personal data to sites you trust while protecting you from sending it to sites you don't.

• Filters email coming to Yahoo!® Mail accounts.
• Helps detect and filter fraudulent and explicit email.
• Automatically synchronizes its Allowed List with your POP3 email address books.

• Works with Outlook to filter junk email from Hotmail® and MSN® Mail accounts.

Features

• Essential protection from viruses, hackers, and privacy threats
• AntiVirus; Personal Firewall keeps personal data in and hackers out
• Privacy Control prevents personal info from being sent out without approval
• AntiSpam filters out unwanted email and helps protect against email fraud
• Parental Control blocks access to inappropriate Web sites and newsgroups

Reviews (1)

Online Activation?????
Let me start by saying that I have pretty much always used Norton software for computer safety and have not been disappointed, and that is the only reason that It gets 2 stars (more like 1 1/2) since I am sure that it works just as well as their other products. Also, I am a college student and can seldom to afford to purchase either new versions or subscription fees that Norton seems to enjoy doing these days. I figured that I would just bite the bullet this year since it has been at least 3 years since I have upgraded any of the older packages that I own.

With that all being said allow me to explain why I gave it the rating that I have. I originally purchased this at another store in town and returned it immediately once I saw that there was a manditory online activation. That just insults my intelligence and loyalty to the company and refuse to support companies that have that policy. The best way to keep companies from telling you what you can do with something that you have purchased from them is to just not purchase them at all! If any of you have a similar gripe that I do not recommend purchasing this product. There are other software packages that are either free or do not have similar policies as Symmatic that can be found. I feel that I am going to do as soon as I am done writing this review!! ... Read more