Hi, everyone! Is it possible to get a firewall on Windows 98SE by downloading one from the internet? If so, what websites can I go on that won't leave my computer virus-ridden? I'm very cautious with what I download now. You need a good defence if a trojan barges into your territory.

Suggest: 1. Firewall either Kerio from http://www.sunbelt-software.com/Kerio-Download.cfm or ZoneAlarm from http://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/company/products/znalm/freeDownload.jsp Both are free! 2. PLUS anti virus from either AVG 7 from http://free.grisoft.com/doc/1 or Avast from http://www.avast.com/eng/avast_4_home.html Again, both are free versions! AND Anti trojan from http://www.ewido.net/en/ TOGETHER with 1. AdAware SE from http://www.lavasoftusa.com/software/adaware/ and 2. Spyware Blaster from http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareblaster.html and 3. SpyBot Search & Destroy from http://www.safer-networking.org/en/download/index.html That lot should keep you pretty free from naughties BUT the best line of defence is YOU, the user!!! Don't visit dubious sites!!!

Thanx, Ray Peat! I've already got AVG Free edition on my computer and I will have a look at those firewalls you sugested. However, that Trojan thing was actually my signature but thanx anyway. :) You need a good defence if a trojan barges into your territory.

Vi, also try http://www.oldversion.com/ they have some good firewalls there too that are still free. Ray, your lineup looks good to me ( I know of 1 person that might disagree...not mentioning any names..LOL), maybe add Crap Cleaner and ATF-cleaner (both free) to your arsenal, great for cleaning out all the debris accumulated while surfing, and they also speed up your scans if you run them before the others. Hopefully my advice will help you...Please post back with your results....thanks

Yeah - I only suggested ewido as part of a package of defence, Vi! Thanks, XPUser!! I have CC already loaded!

Hi, Ray Peate! I didn't realize ewido was part of a package. :) Thanx 4 your help! Hi, XpUser4Real! I'll have a look at olderversions.com tonight and will let you know how it goes. Thanx 4 your help! :) You need a good defence if a trojan barges into your territory.

Thanks for posting back and good luck Hopefully my advice will help you...Please post back with your results....thanks