Publisher's Description
From ZoneAlarm:
ZoneAlarm is designed to protect your DSL- or cable-connected PC from hackers. This program includes four interlocking security services: a firewall, an application control, an Internet lock, and Zones. The firewall controls the door to your computer and allows only traffic you understand and initiate. The application control allows you to decide which applications can and cannot use the Internet. The Internet lock blocks Internet traffic while your computer is unattended or while you're not using the Internet, and it can be activated automatically with your computer's screensaver or after a set period of inactivity. Zones monitor all activity on your computer and alert you when a new application attempts to access the Internet.
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All versions:
3.4 starsout of 3,097 votes
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Current version:
3.7 starsout of 95 votes
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"system crash"
Version: ZoneAlarm 5.5.094
Pros
previous versions 4 and 5 caused no problems
Cons
my system crashes at the start of installation of zapro 6 and za security suite 6. i don't believe i've had a system crash for any reason, except during these installations, in the past 6 months.
and i've never had a problem with installation or running of za 4 or 5 through various upgrades and version updates.
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"Nice but feels a little slow sometimes"
Version: ZoneAlarm 5.5.094
Pros
In all fairness this is a good app, hasnt let me down, but the only grip I have is that sometimes it seems a little slow. But maybe it can be my computer acting weird..
Anyways, so far I have been happy with this app.
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"best free firewall software"
Version: ZoneAlarm 5.5.094
Pros
it is free, easy to use and customize. ability to block intrusions easily or to automatically allow safe programs to pass through without having to repeatedly response, thus it does not interrupt what you do.
people who do not know how to fully use it's features will complain that it blocks access to the internet, certain websites or programs, which i find it's really stupid. those people should learn how to configure around and read the help files to understand the more complex functions.
a must have firewall, better than many commercial ones.
Cons
with it's anti virus detection function, it doesn't detect many anti virus programs, like AntiVir (which i used previously) and AVG 7 (which i happen to be using currently), but it does detect norton anti virus (which is quite useless, AVG 7 has detected many viruses that norton failed to).
relatively huge, due to pro version within it.
it locks up when i scan my computer for virus with AVG free edition 7 (solution is to disconnect from the internet totally, which is not much of a flaw, but a flaw nonetheless).
it also hangs my computer when i scan for spyware with ad aware (which i later found out was ad aware's flaw, solution is to disconnect from the internet).
despite some flaws, which can be dealt with easily, it's a program that i cannot do without.
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"wouldnt run my pc without zone alarm no way"
Version: ZoneAlarm 5.5.094
Pros
i know whats coming in and out when i look at the icon in the tray and its kept my computer free from nasty adwears and virus free for the first time in years and its free even better
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"this program is great it stop's everything Hackers don't even stop it"
Version: ZoneAlarm 5.5.094
Pros
the FIREWALL is the best thing and the other stuff that comes with the pro version
Cons
You have to pay money after the trial
witch is only 39.95 BUT it is worth
it
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"One of the best around!!"
Version: ZoneAlarm 5.5.094
Pros
1. Excellent intutive interface with lots of options.
2. Free
3. Integrated Anti-Virus monitoring (Tells me to update virus definations for Norton Anti-Virus in case I forget for over a week.)
4. Both outbound and inbound protection.
5. Timely Auto-Updates with new features (configurable).
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"YUCK!!!1"
Version: ZoneAlarm 5.5.094
Cons
even the windows firewall from sp2 is better than this!! and that's sayin something
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"Sure it works fine but too many questions"
Version: ZoneAlarm 5.5.094
Pros
Seems to stop problems.
Cons
Asks too many tech questions.
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"this is great!!"
Version: ZoneAlarm 5.5.094
Pros
the firewall guards not only on my network but on the computer as well. i have a 2000 computer and a xp computer. on my xp i have norton firewall. on the 2000 computer i have zonealarm.
Cons
the only thing that i dont like is my avast antiviruis isn't detected. Zonelarm doesnt take it as a antiviruis. so it doesnt detect it. (but heh its minor)
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"This is the only security you will ever need."
Version: ZoneAlarm 5.5.094
Pros
This product is VERY easy to use and is very secure. if a program doesn't need access to the internet to work then you can block it. it also keeps you safe from any hacker attacks and has great support with "Trusted Zones" if you're on a network. This program is MUST it keeps you secure and doesn't interfere with anything unlike other firewalls.
Cons
The only problem with ZoneAlarm is it slightly slows down your internet connection. However, I am on 28.8Kbps and I dont notice so even Dial-up users can use this.
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