Security/Privacy - Test your Connection

[Dillinger]

If you're curious about how secure your computer is give this site a try:

https://grc.com/x/ne.dll?bh0bkyd2

 

[KillerMuffin]

Then, when you're done and shocked at the info your computer is just handing out for you, go to http://www.zonelabs.com and pick up the free firewall.

 

[Dillinger]

Personally I have a small network at home and a hardware firewall/router. Anyone using a cable modem is foolish if they're not using some sort of hardware or software firewall... Small Router/Firewalls can be had these days for around $100 or so...

By the way - I passed all the tests on this site with flying colors.

A software firewall that I would highly recommend is Symantec Personal Firewall:

http://www.symantec.com/product/home-is.html

and

http://www.symantec.com/sabu/nis/npf/

You can download a free trial.

 

[Guru]