There are plenty of different firewalls, but the ZoneAlarm firewall is simple and reliable. ZoneAlarm, a Check Point Software Technologies, Inc. Company, (”ZoneAlarm”) is committed to protecting your privacy. It’s very easy to install and it’s easy to use. ZoneAlarm was formerly known as Zone Labs, is a popular network security software utility created by Zone Labs. It includes an inbound intrusion detection system, as well as the ability to control which programs can create outbound connections. ZoneAlarm gives you excellent protection against direct attacks from the network.

Operating System Requirements:

• Windows 2000 Pro/XP
• Pentium III 450 MHz or higher
• 50MB of available hard disk space
• Internet access

Minimum system RAM:
64MB (2000 Pro), 128MB (XP).

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It is announced by Mcafee Inc. about the 10-step internet safety plan, that is available online for free through the McAfee Advice Center. The downloadable plan includes age-appropriate, easy-to-understand Internet safety guidelines for kids, tweens, teens and “newbies”, providing tips for parents, educators, community groups and other influencers who want to educate consumers about Internet safety.

McAfee has also introduced a complementary quiz that challenges teens’ knowledge of the rules of the digital road, and their ability to stay safe from spyware, spam, scams and identity theft. The 10-question quiz, which is also available for free at the McAfee Advice Center, offers grades ranging from “Risky Rebel” (for tweens and teens who score 6 or less) to “Digital Expert” (for answering 9 or 10 correctly).