Re: Do I need a 2nd Firewall?
From: Bruce Chambers (bruce_a_chambers_at_h0tmail.com)
Date: 02/10/05
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Date: Wed, 09 Feb 2005 19:42:03 -0700
BBUNNY wrote:
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> This is what I _thought_ antivirus and antispyware was about.
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They are, but they're reactive in nature. They usually can't detect a
new Trojan, worm, or spyware product until _after_ their definition
files have been updated. A firewall can alert you to their presence by
detecting their behavior. It's just an added precaution.
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