PC DEFENDERS

Sygate Personal Firewall v2.1.472
This easy-to-use personal firewall can protect a single PC within a network from intruders. This host-based solution protects you from internal tampering and also delivers configurable security. It ensures secure access and access monitoring that enables you to receive immediate alerts if intrusion or inappropriate use is detected. The program is free for personal use.
(2.61MB, Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000, Freeware)
Download from: http://hotfiles.zdnet.com/cgi-bin/texis/swlib/hotfiles/getit.bin?fcode=0011GI

ConSeal PC Firewall v2.06
This personal firewall protects your computer from Internet-borne attacks. The firewall is ready to run right out of the box. And provides the option of employing multiple rule sets for separate network devices. Advanced users can use the integrated rule wizard to apply modifications quickly and easily. Other features include comprehensive logging, import/export, and a handy Whois link for retrieving remote host information. Windows NT workstation and server versions are also available.
(903.5kB, Windows 95/98, Shareware $49.95)
Download from: ftp://candc1.golden.net/conseal/firewall/desktop/cpf9x209.exe

McAfee Firewall
Protect yourself against Trojans, viruses and other malicious intruders. It filters inbound and outbound communications between your PC and the world. And also offers options to log, track and filter applications, system services and protocols, including file and printer shares (running on NetBIOS), IP protocols (using TCP/IP, UDP/IP), service-based protocols (FTP, Telnet), ARP/RARP and DHCP. It also blocks IPX and NetBEUI on a per device basis. Other features include password protection that makes it virtually impossible for others to disable your security settings.
(1.4MB, Win 95/98/NT, $30)
Download from: http://download.cnet.com/downloads/0-10105-101-2276516.html

Norton Personal Firewall 2000
With three security settings (Minimal, Medium or High) you can really customize this product. Minimal blocks only known malicious applications. Medium will block most and High allows only programs you designate to access the Internet. The High setting will also require a prompt when you run Java and ActiveX applications. There are two versions available. Norton Personal Firewall 2000 contains a privacy control feature and prevents sensitive data such as credit card numbers from being sent to an insecure site. The Norton Internet Security 2000 which includes Norton AntiVirus includes an ad blocker and parental controls.
(11kB, Win 95/98/NT, $50 and $70)
Download from: http://shop.symantec.com/cgi-bin/trialware/Core/Core.pl?SubSite=uk

Compiled by Suhana D Basu
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