If another firewall on my comp turns off the winXP firewall, should I not turn it back on?
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Definitely don't use two firewall programs.  They can conflict with each other and prevent networking/internet access altogether.  Windows fire wall is not good ao it is surely the one to turn off.  If you want to test your fire wall you can go to www.grc.com and run the Shields Up program to check your open ports or download the Leak Test program to see if your firewall catches it.
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Control Panel can show you an icon for your firewall, if you are using Service Packs and are using the windows firewall. But if you are running internet security software like Norton, McAfee, SystemSuite, you can click on the icon on the botom left corner of the screen to open a menu that gives you the option to disable  firewall. My advice is not to disable it, but lower security settings just enough to download messenger so that your computer has some protection.\n\nGood luck!
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Well you can turn the firewall off if you don't need it. But, if you want it to block a site go to the firewall settings and add the site to the "block list" Also if you aren't  the administrator don't try to block it. It won't work and you will get caught and seen trying to turn off the firewall. Remember you are being monitored on the computer at all times!\nHope I helped you!
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for one if your using a windows pc the firewall supplied is junk. i could hack tht with my dog at the keyboard. get you self a better reputed fire wall like one by symantics. or which ever one you choose. install it an then it should ask you everytime you accses a program tht connect via internet. if you know the program is safe enable it to accese. if you are worried it is nopt then dont let it use the net.
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Nope, you don't want to run two firewalls at the same time. They'll do nothing but slow you down. You don't even want the windows firewall activated when running another firewall such as Black Ice.
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Windows Firewall settings\nTo open Windows Firewall, click Start, click Control Panel, and then click Windows Firewall. Windows Firewall has three settings: On, On with no exceptions, and Off. \n\nOn: Windows Firewall is turned on by default, and normally you should leave it that way. With this setting, Windows Firewall blocks all requests to connect to your computer, except for those from programs or services on the Exceptions list.\n\nOn with no exceptions: When you select the Don’t allow exceptions check box, Windows Firewall blocks all requests to connect to your computer, including those from programs or services on the Exceptions list. Use this setting when you need maximum protection for your computer, such as when you connect to a public network in a hotel or airport, or when a dangerous virus is spreading over the Internet. There is no need to keep Don’t allow exceptions selected all the time, because when it is, some of your programs might not work correctly, and the following services are blocked:\n\nFile and printer sharing \nDiscovery of network devices \nPreconfigured programs and services on the Exceptions list \nAdditional items that you have added to the Exceptions list \nWhen you select Don’t allow exceptions, you can still send and receive e-mail, use an instant messaging program, or view Web pages.\n\nOff: With this setting, your computer is much more vulnerable to harm from unknown intruders or viruses from the Internet. This setting should only be used when it is necessary to turn off Windows Firewall for computer administration purposes.
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modify the firewal's settings if it's on your pc\nif the firewall is on a server you must ask the admin to do that \nBYE
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Your firewall is probably blocking the port used in MS's activeX controls.
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go to control panel windows firewall and disable it
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"True Vector", is the brains behind "Zone Alarm", that makes the entire firewall function the way a correct firewall should perform.  Protecting you from rogue incoming ports that attempt to scan your system or send you a data packet of trojans.  And you are protected from personal data leaving your own system.  \n\nYou don't want Windows Firewall, as it only gives you one way protection, from incoming ports.  No protection on the data that leaves your system.    \n\nJust remove if you hae not already and reinstall ZoneAlarm.  \n\nI have used ZoneAlarm free for home personal use for nine plus years a the odd time "True Vector", will screw up during the installation.  An I just reinstalled.  Otherwise it is a great free firewall.\n\nMinddoctor, France
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don't do that with the firewall, you need to go to tools....options and enable a few things.
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If you have a router, it will show as a firewall.  If you dont have a router, the windows firewall will still be active.  But if you have no firewall, then you are living dangerously.... all those worms out on the net...
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If you have installed an anti-virus software like, Mcafee or Norton, they tend to use their own firewall, thus turning off the Windows default firewall. \n\nAlso, I recently installed Windows One Care Live and everytime I boot my computer, windows firewall turns off automatically. \n\nAgain, if you have other firewall (I meant, good ones), you don't really need the Windows Firewall.
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Try Zonealarm. There's a free version and a version that you have to pay for:\n\nhttp://www.zonelabs.com\n\nAlso, remeber that XP SP2 comes with a built in firewall. You can turn it on by using the Security Center in the Control Panel.\n\nHope this Helps!!
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I do not recommend removing or stopping your firewall at all because after that you  will be naked under the attacks of hackers but if you know what you are doing and if you are speaking the built in windows xp firewall:\n\ngoto control panel-->  Select "windows firewall" --> from there turn off the firewall\n\nA better safe way is to add your trusted applications to the exceptions list of windows firewall.this way firewall will allow your trusted applications to conect to internet and blocks other application.\nAlso I recommend you study this slide based article called "life without a firewall" to know the importance of firewalls.\nhttp://www.usenix.org/events/sec03/tech/cheswick/sld069.htm\nI hope these information can help you.\nGood luck my friend.
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Good Morning,\n\nWhen you install xp SP2, a firewall is installed on your computer, you are only required to put it on if you have not already done this during the installation process.\nGo to:\nStart, control panel, security center---> you will find firewall put it on.\n\nI hope this helps\nThanks
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If you have Windows XP SP2, you will see the Firewall option in your Control Panel.  If you don't have SP2, then you don't have that firewall. \n\nI recommend the FREE version of Zone Alarm, rather then getting the Windows SP2 upgrade from that Windows firewall.\n\nVisit http://www.zonelabs.com and  check out Zone Alarm at Download.com   CHECK the ratings and how others feel about it.