http://ask-leo.com/firewalls.html en-us 2008-08-29T18:34:30-08:00 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://ask-leo.com/is_an_outbound_firewall_needed.html Many software firewalls will alert you on suspicious outbound connections. The biggest problem is that if correct, by then it's too late. 12645@http://ask-leo.com/ Firewalls 2008-08-29T18:34:30-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/is_it_ok_to_have_more_than_one_firewall.html Firewalls can do a good job protecting you from internet threats, but having too many of the wrong kind can cause conflicts. 12487@http://ask-leo.com/ Firewalls 2008-06-13T10:06:52-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/why_is_my_firewall_software_alerting_me_to_a_connection_attempt_from_an_address_like_19216811.html Firewall software can help protect against remote intrusion attempts, as well as outgoing attempts. 192.168 addresses give a clue as to the source. 12305@http://ask-leo.com/ Firewalls 2008-03-23T12:17:27-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/does_my_router_have_a_firewall_or_not.html Most routers both do, and do not, have a firewall. The good news is that the protection offered by a router's firewall is often exactly what you need. 12299@http://ask-leo.com/ Firewalls 2008-03-17T19:45:27-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/should_i_disconnect_my_modem_cable_when_im_not_using_my_computer.html It's typically not necessary, or even desirable, to disconnect your modem when not in use, but there are steps you should take to stay safe. 12151@http://ask-leo.com/ Firewalls 2008-01-08T13:12:55-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/how_can_i_tell_if_my_computers_been_accessed_by_someone_else_and_how_do_i_prevent_it.html Internet security is normally about keeping us safe from the internet - but what if the risks and threats are in our home and on our own local network? 11899@http://ask-leo.com/ Firewalls 2007-10-09T15:12:18-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/how_secure_am_i_on_a_vpn.html Connecting to a VPN can introduce risks as you expose your machine to others on that same VPN. Fortunately it's easy to increase your personal security. 11584@http://ask-leo.com/ Firewalls 2007-06-08T14:36:25-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/why_do_these_firewall_tests_say_ive_failed_should_i_be_worried.html For various reasons firewall vulnerability tests can be alarming. Issues they report can be actual problems, or not, depending on your situation. 11552@http://ask-leo.com/ Firewalls 2007-06-03T14:43:06-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/why_are_processes_listening_to_closed_ports_on_my_firewall.html A firewall will prevent malicious and other messages from reaching your computer, but it won't stop your computer's software from listing for them. 11478@http://ask-leo.com/ Firewalls 2007-05-13T10:30:07-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/i_use_internet_connection_sharing_and_someone_was_able_to_see_my_main_computer_why.html Internet Connection Sharing allows you to share the internet connection of one computer among several others. There are risks if not set up properly. 11340@http://ask-leo.com/ Firewalls 2007-04-03T15:45:10-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/use_a_firewall.html 9115@http://ask-leo.com/ Firewalls 2005-09-01T19:56:17-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/whats_a_firewall_and_how_do_i_set_one_up.html Firewalls are an important part of keeping your computer safe when connected to the internet. We'll look at what a firewall is and your choices. 199@http://ask-leo.com/ Firewalls 2004-05-14T20:39:08-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/do_i_need_a_firewall_and_if_so_what_kind.html Firewalls are a critical component of keeping your machine safe on the internet. There are two basic types, but which is right for you? 169@http://ask-leo.com/ Firewalls 2004-03-22T17:37:01-08:00