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Custodia AntiVirus with Personal Firewall (exe)

Active protection against viruses, Trojans, worms, and other forms of malware. Featuring innovative and patented technology to scan, detect, and remove viruses, registry protection, e-mail scan, file shredder, and embedded scan for other programs such as MS Office, Internet Explorer, MSN Messenger, Yahoo Messenger, AOL Instant Messenger, WinZip, and WinRAR....

Tags: Firewall, Personal Firewall, Canada, Virus, Cyberthreats, Viruses And Worms, Security

Software downloads 2008-07-22

Open Discussion: Software firewalls

Open Discussion: Software firewallsRE: Open Discussion: Software firewallsI use both Windows Firewall in Vista and the built in hardware firewall in my router. I just don't see the need for a resource hungry, third party solution any more when the built in firewall in Windows does an admirable job.Fire ...

Tags: Firewalls, Network security, SECURITY, software, firewall, Network Address Translation, NAT Router, Microsoft Windows Firewall

Discussion threads 2008-07-11

Why is fear-mongering such a popular security sales tactic?

Why is fear-mongering such a popular security sales tactic?And then they complain that Vista is slow[i]why I get e-mail and comments from people proudly listing the five separate security products they have running at all times. A couple of anti-spyware programs, antivirus software, a firewall, and invariably one extra layer...

Tags: Cyberthreats, Spyware, adware & malware, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Firewalls, Viruses and worms, security sale, malware, security, Microsoft Windows Vista

Discussion threads 2008-05-26

No security software, no E-banking fraud claims for you

Rational, but unrealistic in today's threatscape. According to the Times : "Customers using their credit or debit cards online have been advised that high street banks are likely to become increasingly reluctant to help victims of internet fraud as new rules added to the Banking Code signal less willingness...

Tags: Software, Bank, Firewall, Electronic Banking, Vulnerability, XSS, Malware, Fraud, Phishing, Cyberthreats, Banking, Spam, Security, Viruses And Worms, Financial Services, Spam And Phishing, Dancho Danchev

Blog posts 2008-05-21

Minimizing XP SP3 woes

Minimizing XP SP3 woesWhat did you expect......it to be as easy as apt-get ? ;]:)RE: Minimizing XP SP3 woesThats a lot of work to install a service packThemes are a problem.If your theme has replaced the logon screen the one with the animated vertical bars you have to remove...

Tags: Firewalls, Microsoft Windows XP, XP SP3, Minimizing XP SP3 woe, Minimizing XP SP3, firewall

Discussion threads 2008-05-09

Omniquad Personal Firewall (zip)

Omniquad Personal Firewall is a personal security system to protect your computer from unauthorised access over the LAN and / Internet. In addition to making your computer invisible, it gives you full control over what programs on your computer gain access to the Internet. It is real time network activity...

Tags: Security, Firewall, Network, Computer, Omniquad, Omniquad Personal Firewall, Productivity, Internet, Networking

Software downloads 2008-05-07

Catching up: MySpace adds Karaoke; Friends Reunited drops paid access; Facebook apps create privacy scare

Catching up: MySpace adds Karaoke; Friends Reunited drops paid access; Facebook apps create privacy scareStating the...This seems a bit obvious to me. If you've ever tried any of the applications you quickly learn how far they tend to fall from their "intended" purpose. Why would you need to know how...

Tags: privacy scare, Catching-Up, Friends Reunited, Karaoke, Facebook, MySpace

Discussion threads 2008-05-05

Vyatta - changing the world of routers, firewalls and VPNs

Vyatta - changing the world of routers, firewalls and VPNsWhat makes Vyatta different?There are many other companies doing the same thing if not very similar. Have you looked into any of these companies: Montego Networks (www.montegonetworks.com), TBD Networks (www.tbdnetworks.com), or Altor Networks (www.altornetworks.com)? You can also find a lot of...

Tags: Firewalls, VPNs, Network security, Routers & switches, NETWORKING, SECURITY, Vyatta, VPN, firewall, router

Discussion threads 2008-04-29

Enabling the High-Performance Next Generation Firewall

The traditional practice of deploying an ever-increasing number of appliances and applications to combat increasing security risks creates an infrastructure that is too complex, costly, and slow to react to new threats. Nowadays, enterprises managers want to move to a new kind of virtualized security architecture that supports the requirements...

Tags: Crossbeam Systems, Firewall, High-performance, Leadership, Security, Management

White papers 2008-04-04

Moving Toward Network Security and Firewalls for Protecting and Preserving Private Resources on the Internet

Computer and network security are challenging topics among executives and managers of computer corporations. Internet security is the practice of protecting and preserving private resources and information on the Internet. Even discussing security policies may seem to create a potential liability. As a result, enterprise management teams are often not...

Tags: Firewall, Network, Computer, Internet, Productivity, Security, Network Security, Networking

White papers 2008-03-04

Edimax BR-6504n nMax Wireless 802.11n Broadband Router

Edimax joins LevelOne as another first timer in CNET Labs, and while the two companies' Draft N routers each boast a sleek design, they proved to be very different performers. LevelOne's N_One WBR-6000 router turned out to be little more than a pretty face, turning in a resoundingly disappointing showing...

Tags: Routers & switches, Firewalls, NETWORKING, Network technology, Network security, Edimax BR-6504n nMax Wireless 802.11n Broadband Router, router, network, Edimax BR-6504n, firewall

Product reviews 2008-03-03

OpSource releases OpSource Connect for integrating SaaS, Web services

OpSource, a software as a service SaaS delivery company, is making it easier for SaaS and Web companies to consume and publish multiple Web services with the announcement of OpSource Connect, which will a core component of the OpSource On-Demand Summer 2008 release. OpSource Connect,...

Tags: Software, Web, Application, Firewall, Software-as-a-service, Web Service, Integration, OpSource Connect, Software As A Service Application, OpSource Sockets, Software As A Service (SaaS), Tools & Techniques, Emerging Technologies, Management, Dana Gardner

Blog posts 2008-03-02

The firewall is a little restrictive, don't you think?

The firewall is a little restrictive, don't you think?I had the same issue...at my company when I put everyone even the boss on a proxy server to restrict Internet access to business sites only. People get snippy when you harness their Internet.RE: The firewall is a little restrictive, don't you...

Tags: Firewalls, Network security, SECURITY, firewall, web filter

Discussion threads 2008-02-26

The+%24330+IPCop%2FCopfilter+firewall+25+watt+appliance

The+%24330+IPCop%2FCopfilter+firewall+25+watt+applianceOf course not...George has spoken and his solution obviously must be better than anyone elses. Heck, why spend $99 for a solution when you can pay $300?Not necessarilyThere are lots of hidden costs associated with this product. The Dlink Device uses the MacAfee security product, with licenses for...

Tags: Firewalls, Routers & switches, Network security, SECURITY, Network technology, Now Let, IPCOP, DLink, firewall

Discussion threads 2008-02-15

The $330 IPCop/Copfilter firewall 25 watt appliance

A lot of you probably already know my disdain for desktop anti-virus because of how sluggish it makes your computer and how it actually becomes more of a liability in terms of security. I've talked about how wonderful it would be if you could run your anti-virus at the gateway...

Tags: Appliance, Firewall, Hard Drive, Memory, Networking, George Ou

Blog posts 2008-02-15

ID Firewall (exe)

ID Firewall is a high-priority security program responsible for your computer's real-time protection against hackers. It blocks access to unauthorized attempts to use your computer, making sure your computer stays safe, free from exposure to internal network attacks, as well as external Internet ones. Main features includes: monitoring program running-attempts,...

Tags: Program, Firewall, Internal Network, Computer, Fastlink2, ID Firewall, Productivity, Security

Software downloads 2008-02-15

Virtualization: What are the security risks?

Virtualization: What are the security risks?The biggest security risk in virtualizationis the usual suspect: the administrator. The only difference is that with virtualization there is a chance that the administrator may let his guard down in areas in which he thinks he is safe when he isn't.RE: Virtualization: What are...

Tags: Firewalls, Utility computing, Storage management, virtualization, security risk, security, firewall

Discussion threads 2008-01-22

SNRS - Securing Networks with Cisco Routers and Switches

View Available Dates and Locations In this recently updated, lab-intensive course, you'll get the knowledge and skills needed to secure Cisco IOS router and switch networks. Get in-depth training on IOS-based VPN configurations, including traditional IPSec Site-to-Site VPN, PKI/Digital Certificates for authentication, and Cisco Easy ...

Tags: VPN, Firewall, Cisco IOS, Pod, Cisco Router, Router, Network, Cisco Systems Inc., Access Control, Authentication, WebVPN, Routers & Switches, Networking, Security

Training 2008-01-01

Subtle Issues in the Design of a Database Tier Firewall

Applications such as centralized Supply Chain Management permit multiple business partners to host their own customized components at the same site with selective access to a common shared database. If the application software providers are not all trusting of each other, a Database Tier Firewall is necessary. This model assumes...

Tags: Firewall, Indian Institute Of Technology, Supply Chain Management (SCM), Storage, Databases, Enterprise Software, Software, Hardware, Data Management

White papers 2008-01-01

Design and Implementation of Personal Firewalls for Handheld Devices

Personal Digital Assistants PDAs have become one of the important tools in the life. Their popularity is due to their small size and mobility which enables them to be carried anywhere. Along with their popularity, handheld devices are starting to become the target for the attackers, who are mainly interested...

Tags: Firewall, Personal Firewall, Handheld Device, University Of Wollongong, Handhelds, Hardware

White papers 2008-01-01