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Firewall Fiasco

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intel
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So Sygate is to be no more its been swallowed up by Symantec
but will it still be useful as I havent had an update for about a year now.

Kerio looks like its now only 30days then you have to buy (could be wrong though)

Zone Alarm, Its not something I would consider.
Edit Even though its good I dont like it. Preference I suppose.

So whats a good alternative.


And please dont even metion Snorton.

Any Ideas to freebies... :beer: :beer:
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  • backflip
    backflip Posts: 218 Forumite
    Firewalls don't usually update, I use Sygate on two desktops and recently installed an older version of kerio on my laptop. Version 2.14 is generally regarded as being the best, not as bloated as later versions, and it is still available for download, a google search for it will produce many hits.
  • intel
    intel Posts: 6,404 Forumite
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    backflip wrote:
    Firewalls don't usually update, I use Sygate on two desktops and recently installed an older version of kerio on my laptop. Version 2.14 is generally regarded as being the best, not as bloated as later versions, and it is still available for download, a google search for it will produce many hits.

    Thanks backflip

    So Sygate is still relevant then... As its probably Synmantec hype
    thats saying it wont be much clout blah blah blah so people without
    much Techie knowledge go to Symantecs products...
  • sra
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    I don't think anyone's come up with significant improvements in Firewalls over the past few years. Perhaps with all the free ones being bought up someone will soon.

    I don't think Aol have udated the version of Mcafee they give away since they started giving it out with broadband years ago.
  • intel
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    sra wrote:
    I don't think anyone's come up with significant improvements in Firewalls over the past few years. Perhaps with all the free ones being bought up someone will soon.

    I don't think Aol have udated the version of Mcafee they give away since they started giving it out with broadband years ago.

    So for simple terms Sygate is still very much relevant. :beer:
  • Browntoa
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    and I'm sure the personal version of Kerio is still free for personal use :)...hope it stays the same when the new people take it over
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  • intel
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    Browntoa wrote:
    and I'm sure the personal version of Kerio is still free for personal use :)...hope it stays the same when the new people take it over


    Hi..... B_t

    I had a look on the options maybe in about or summet and it said 29days
    remaining today and yet when I tried it before Dec 1st that didnt appear. :confused:

    That was after uninstall and reinstall after fresh download today.
  • backflip
    backflip Posts: 218 Forumite
    Sygate is still very relevant and always will be. As I said above I purposely installed an older version of kerio because that is less bloated, but it still does exactly the same task as the newest version, only quicker and a smaller install. Firewalls aren't like anti-virus, they don't need updating.
  • intel
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    backflip wrote:
    Firewalls aren't like anti-virus, they don't need updating.

    I thought so its just that reading Symantec's site you would almost believe
    that its a scaremongering tactic to get people to go out and get one of their products or all hell would break loose.

    Thanks backflip :beer:
  • John_Gray
    John_Gray Posts: 5,843 Forumite
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    From a recent List:

    Sunbelt To Acquire The Kerio Personal Firewall

    Here are some of the highlights:

    - The acquisition is expected to be finalized by the end of this month.
    - The Kerio Personal Firewall will be re-branded on an interim basis as the "Sunbelt Kerio Personal Firewall".
    - All existing customers of the Kerio Personal Firewall will be able to receive support through Sunbelt once the acquisition is completed.
    - Upon the close of the deal, Sunbelt will also announce new reduced pricing for the full version of the product and a variety of special offers for both Kerio and Sunbelt customers.
    - Additionally, Sunbelt will continue Kerio's tradition of providing a basic free version for home users.
    - During the transition period, Kerio will continue to support the product and users are encouraged to download the Kerio Personal Firewall from the Kerio website at https://www.kerio.com until the acquisition is completed.

    John

    PS and ZoneLabs seem to have worked the bugs out of the version 6 firewall they produce, including the "free" version. I use this quite happily on one of my boxes.

    PPS O Intel, if you "would not consider ZoneAlarm", why do you point to it as free software on your website?! :confused:
  • intel
    intel Posts: 6,404 Forumite
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    John_Gray wrote:
    From a recent List:

    Sunbelt To Acquire The Kerio Personal Firewall

    Here are some of the highlights:

    - The acquisition is expected to be finalized by the end of this month.
    - The Kerio Personal Firewall will be re-branded on an interim basis as the "Sunbelt Kerio Personal Firewall".
    - All existing customers of the Kerio Personal Firewall will be able to receive support through Sunbelt once the acquisition is completed.
    - Upon the close of the deal, Sunbelt will also announce new reduced pricing for the full version of the product and a variety of special offers for both Kerio and Sunbelt customers.
    - Additionally, Sunbelt will continue Kerio's tradition of providing a basic free version for home users.
    - During the transition period, Kerio will continue to support the product and users are encouraged to download the Kerio Personal Firewall from the Kerio website at https://www.kerio.com until the acquisition is completed.

    John

    PS and ZoneLabs seem to have worked the bugs out of the version 6 firewall they produce, including the "free" version. I use this quite happily on one of my boxes.

    Mmm I do like Kerio but I find that it stalls a page for a second or so
    whilst Sygate Zips through, mind you it could be a setting, I however
    cannot get to grips with ZA for some reason I think its the interface
    It reminds me of an attempt by a 8yr old with a Crayon trying to paint
    the Mona Lisa.

    Thankyou for the input though :beer:

    :xmassign:
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