Re: Software Firewall with popup blocker that actually works?

On Thu, 28 Jul 2005 10:13:27 +0100, Odie Ferrous wrote:

> For the first time in months my system is running properly.
>
> For the first time in months I have no software firewall loaded.
>
> Does anyone out there know of a software firewall *WITH* popup / ad
> blocker that doesn't cause havoc with Hotmail and Outlook, java windows,
> etc? And which doesn't create a strain on system resources?
>
> I've bought ZoneAlarm Pro - gave up on it.
>
> I've recently bought Kerio with AVG bundle - gave up on it.
>
> I've just tried Sygate - gave up on it, but it also doesn't come with ad
> blocker / popup stopper.
>
> Norton is most definitely not an option.
>
> The other alternative, since the Netgear adsl router I've just bought
> has adequate firewall facilities, would be to install a popup/ad
> blocker. Anyone recommend something along this line?
>
> Cost is not a factor at all - I just want something that actually works
> properly.
>
>
> Odie

First, don't use IE. Switch to Firefox or Opera.

I've been using WebWasher as a web content filter for years. It's
fantastic. It filters out pop-ups, ads, scripts and so on. It's free for
personal use, though it asks you to donate to use it, but if you're cheap,
you don't need to. You can add your own rules and URLs to filter out as
well. If anything, it's a bit too effective, but turning it on and off is
just a matter of clicking on its icon in the system tray.

My WW statistics since 21/02/2005 show that it's filtered out nearly 250000
images, 25000 pop-ups and 100000 scripts. Ouch.

Download:

http://www.cyberguard.com/products/webwasher/webwasher_products/classic/index.html?lang=de_EN

As for firewalls, just use your router. My PC is hooked up to a Linksys
one and I've had absolutely no problems with it. No spyware, viruses,
trojans, nothing.
.

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