Most people at some point in their time using a computer will contract a virus. Some users will contract several and some will get infected multipule times. To help reduce the risk of contracting a virus please read the simple guide below.
4.1 Firewalls what are they?
Firewalls do many jobs, such as, monitor incoming and outgoing internet traffic. This means you can control what is being sent from and what is coming into your PC.
4.2 Why do I need one?
Any computer can come under attack on when connected to the internet, even if you have a hardware firewall, you need a software one to monitor outgoing internet traffic. It is considered as standard amongst most security professionals.
4.3 How does a firewall work?
A firewall dictates what internet traffic the computer will permit and what it will stop. It is the barrier between your computer and the internet.
4.4 Okay I want a firewall, now where can I get one?
There are many vendors on the market selling firewalls. At the moment the leaders in the market are:4.5 Where can I look up more?
A firewall guide can be found here on the forum: http://gladiator-antivirus.com/forum/index...showtopic=22040
Our firewall forum can be found here: http://gladiator-antivirus.com/forum/index.php?showforum=95
For some extra information about firewalls I would recommond you visit the following sites:
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Firewall_(networking)
- http://www.howstuffworks.com/firewall.htm
- http://www.firewallguide.com/software.htm
- http://www.interhack.net/pubs/fwfaq/