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Max1pc
06-14-01, 08:48 PM
OK here is my problem:
I have the firewalls NeoWatch (full version) and ZoneAlarm (free version)
I can also get ZoneAlarm Pro (full version)

I was reading about Tiny Software's Personal Firewall and found that this is suppose to be the best firewall better then any above.
When I checked their site, it said that the firewall was free to home users which is kinda weird sounding and I was thinking maybe its the wrong firewall.....

Can someone tell me is it really free or I am looking at the wrong firewall? Can anyone give me a direct link or something if I am looking at the wrong one??

....and out of the 4 firewalls (NeoWatch (I have), ZoneAlarm Free Version (I have) , ZoneAlarm Pro Version (I could buy), Tiny Software's Personal Firewall (Could buy if not for free)...which would be best for me 2 get?

Bababooey
06-14-01, 11:20 PM
http://www.tinysoftware.com/download.php

onetrueday
06-15-01, 05:08 AM
Which is really the best? Depends on what you want. I've used tiny before, however I'm not an expert on networking etc. Because i wasnt willing to spend a lot of time learning how to use it, it isnt the best firewall for me. It might be the most secure, but it is not very easy to use for a newbie or intermediate user. So, I use and really like zone alarm. Perhaps it has some insecurities, but NOTHING is totally secure if you've got an internet connection. I presently use pro, but do not use any of the advance features in it. I just like the better gui.

onetrueday
06-15-01, 05:09 AM
Oh yes... and if you go from free to pro, make sure you properly uninstall zone alarm. Go to thier help section and look it up! It is not simply add/remove.

Max1pc
06-15-01, 02:20 PM
Cool! Thx for the info ...
the only thing is did anyone hear or know anything about the firewall neowatch? its not by norton... anyone with any comments plz post em

Storm90
06-15-01, 07:53 PM
Plus if you remove Zonealarm. There are a few reg keys they don't mention. So get your self a good reg cleaner. Those two keys will mess with certain firewalls. GoodLuck!:)