Mike Powell -> All wrote:
 MP> Thanks for the replies regarding the problem with the XP PC.  They have had
 MP> someone closer by look at it, and they also think it needs either a repair
 MP> or a fresh install of XP to correct the problem.

 MP> That actually brings me to another question.  I am not certain what
 MP> firewall software they are using.  Is the built-in Windows XP firewall good
 MP> enough for someone hooked up via cable modem, or should they seriously
 MP> consider installing something like ZoneAlarm?

I no longer routinely install 3rd-party firewalls; the complaint about the
XP firewall was that it was incoming-only, but in my opinion (others may
disagree, of course), that's enough IF a user also has good antispyware and
antivirus software installed... the malware software SHOULD stop any
infestations that would result in rogue outgoing behaviour.

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