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Firewall and Spyware
guest
 June 20th, 2009 5:08 PMReport

Is installing a personal firewall a good recommendation to avoid getting spyware on my computer? I was talking to a computer technician recently who told me that was a great idea. [br]

guest
 June 20th, 2009 5:11 PMReport

By all means put a firewall on your computer. A firewall can do more than what you think it can. A firewall can protect your PC from spyware, adware, and even viruses. A firewall can also protect your computer from hackers as well. [br][br]You can install a software firewall, which is the most recommended, or if you are a business, a hardware firewall may be good. The type of firewall you install will depend on your business and how big it is. If you are concerned about your home computers, a software firewall would be the ultimate choice for you. Norton Firewall or Norton Internet protection would be two good programs to look at since they do offer firewall protection. [br][br]

With the advent of wireless Internet, more and more computer users are entering the world of cyber space.

Yet, while these users are well aware of the importance of the protection of their computer when hooked up to regular internet providers, they are often oblivious to the fact that the same cyber dangers, and in fact even more, exist in the world of WiFi.

What you may not know is that same Internet connection that makes it possible to check your email from the comfort of your bed also makes it easier for hackers to access your personal information.

It is for this reason, the sharing of the wireless Internet connection, that protecting your computer when wireless is even more important than ever before.