Re: Network Question

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When on broadband using a software firewall the isp can
see how many computers are connected- if more than one they can disconnect
as its against their acceptable use policy. A hardware firewall prevents
them from seeing beyond the firewall- they see only one connection not how
many computers are on the connection.



"Kevin" <webman6@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> When you make the switch to broadband, your hardware (the cable or dsl
> modem) will have a hardware firewall built in that you can then customize.
> As for software, you don't need to spend a dime. Get Zone Alarm Free
> Edition. It will completely stealth your system. Since you mention it,
> what about your computers do you not want your ISP to see? The address?
> The hard drive and/or specific folders and files on the hard drive? You
> would be amazed at just what is possible in the information industry
> today. If someone wants to see what is on your computer, and they have the
> money, tools, and knowledge, there is nothing you can do short of
> disconnecting it to stop them from getting what they want.
>
> Remember, just because you're paranoid doesn't mean they aren't out to get
> you.
>
> "ed" <M@xxxxx> wrote in message news:d9l1cn$8np$1@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>> Small home network with a wireless gateway router. Currently on dial up
>> but looking to change to broadband:
>>
>> What kind of firewall do I need to install so a broadband service
>> provider can't see my attached computers- limited funds though, so
>> inexpensive please.
>>
>
>



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