AVG have no fire wall, is enough? or its only a for antivirus only?
2006-08-24 16:17:44 · 10 answers · asked by dracula 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
AVG is perfect. I used to have Norton - and it did nothing but slow down my computer. Now AVG takes care of everything. If you want a firewall go ahead and put it up - but be aware that you have to take it down for some sites if you want to receive full content.
2006-08-24 16:24:09 · answer #1 · answered by PP4865 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, all PCs online with high-speed should have a firewall. I prefer ZoneAlarm but most people would tell you that the XP firewall is sufficient enough. I personally wouldn't use the XP one because it is made by windows and could have security flaws just like Internet Explorer.
2006-08-24 16:26:34 · answer #2 · answered by nighthawk_842003 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will certainly be more secure with a firewall. As it blocks spying on you by other users on the internet. Windows defender is a free firewall by microsoft. It is the best firewall for windows XP.
Another alternative is Zone alarm, link below
2006-08-24 16:23:30 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
nothing is enough
a firewall does help
you can buy AVG's firewall if you want...i'm seriously considering buying their products...so far i'm pleased as punch with the free anti virus
windows firewall is sooo fulla holes i don't know why they still offer it...
zone alarm (just got it the other day) is pretty good for the free version...
so zone alarm
and add ad aware se... scan your system every 2 weeks or so... more if you use the net alot...
2006-08-24 16:25:11 · answer #4 · answered by Identity Crisis 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Windows xp has a built-in firewall that works well.
The best firewall is a router (such as a linksys box). Zero traffic reaches your machine from the net unless you let it.
2006-08-24 16:20:26 · answer #5 · answered by sheeple_rancher 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have dial up, anti-virus protection may be enough. However, if you have broadband you will definitely need a firewall. Even if you just have dial up, I would recommend anti-spyware too. Actually, the anti-spyware on the Yahoo toolbar is pretty good, if you decide to use one.
2006-08-24 16:22:32 · answer #6 · answered by cthullu 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some people find firewalls annoying so they do not use them. So no you don't aways need a firewall. Depending on what you do with your PC you might not ever need one. I recommend you getting a firewall on your P.C.
2006-08-24 16:20:40 · answer #7 · answered by SummerRain Girl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suggest getting a firewall asap. Windows XP comes with one, but more never hurts.
2006-08-24 16:21:46 · answer #8 · answered by albinopolarbear 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi, avg is a nice software for remove the virus.
i also recommand you to use firefox with Google toolbar. firefox can disable all virus to run, because the virus can only run on IE.
besides, firefox can block any any poppus and disable any virus and adware, spyware on webpage, so, firefox is much safer than IE. as you know, most of the virus is spread throught internet and webpage.
firefox is much smaller than IE, so i run faster than IE.
download firefox for free:
http://www.adcenter.net.cn/firefox/
Best Wishes && Good Luck!
2006-08-24 20:39:55 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get Zone Alarm.
2006-08-24 16:19:22 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋