Vista Firewall

hi
I also use Zonealarm (Pro version)
It automatically switches off the built in Windows firewall to prevent
clashes.

If you turn off Zonealarm for whatever reason, Windows firewall will
reappear in 'networked items' folders such as wireless card(marked
"Firewalled")


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neo101

That's fine, as the security center is probably configured to
automatically secure the machine when you shutdown ZA. Nothing wrong
here, well, as long as internet connectivity remains.


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CrucialHoax

Graham Newey wrote:
> Bruce,CrucialHoax and Neo101--
>
> Many thanks to you all for such prompt responses. All comments very helpful.
>
> However, Bruce, can I persue matters a little please?--
>
> (a) My ZA v is 8.0.298.000. I THINK this is Vista 64 bit compatible. Are you
> in a position to confirm?
>


According to what little specific information I could find on
ZoneAlarms' web site, it _should_ be.


> (b)Re the "Ping Test". Not quite with you. The fact is it is
> "happening"(failing).HOW should I configure ZA?


That, I couldn't say. You'll have to refer to ZoneAlarm's documentation.

Also, how are you connected to the Internet? Is there a router or
cable/DSL modem between you and the outside world? If so, that device
may be what is responding the the pings, and not your computer.


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Bruce Chambers

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Dear Bruce,

Thanks for your further comments.

I have a "Sky Wireless Router". Hadn't appreciated that IT could be
responding to the pings and not my comp.

I'll contact the techs at "Sky" and see if they can advise me.

Again thanks for the time you have taken and the patience shown,

Regards,

Graham
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GPN


"Bruce Chambers" wrote:

> Graham Newey wrote:
> > Bruce,CrucialHoax and Neo101--
> >
> > Many thanks to you all for such prompt responses. All comments very helpful.
> >
> > However, Bruce, can I persue matters a little please?--
> >
> > (a) My ZA v is 8.0.298.000. I THINK this is Vista 64 bit compatible. Are you
> > in a position to confirm?
> >
>
>
> According to what little specific information I could find on
> ZoneAlarms' web site, it _should_ be.
>
>
> > (b)Re the "Ping Test". Not quite with you. The fact is it is
> > "happening"(failing).HOW should I configure ZA?
>
>
> That, I couldn't say. You'll have to refer to ZoneAlarm's documentation.
>
> Also, how are you connected to the Internet? Is there a router or
> cable/DSL modem between you and the outside world? If so, that device
> may be what is responding the the pings, and not your computer.
>
>
> --
>
> Bruce Chambers
>
> Help us help you:
> http://www.catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
>
> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx/kb/555375
>
> They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary
> safety deserve neither liberty nor safety. ~Benjamin Franklin
>
> Many people would rather die than think; in fact, most do. ~Bertrand Russell
>
> The philosopher has never killed any priests, whereas the priest has
> killed a great many philosophers.
> ~ Denis Diderot
>