[Ham-Computers] Avoid one of the "Critical" Windows Updates...

[fkamp at comcast.net]

jeff wrote:
> KD7JYK wrote:
>> To get rid of non-removable software, even on the
>> newest computers, exit to "dos", at the prompt type
>> attrib -r -h -s and delete as usual.  As for "phoning
>> home", turn off all automated processes and use a 
>> firewall.
> 
> I recommend Zone Alarm (free) from www.zonelabs.com This
> firewall catches outgoing attempts in addition to
> incoming.  The Windows firewall won't catch outgoing (the
> best thing you can do is turn it off - after you install
> a good firewall).
> 

Zone Alarm works.  About a year ago I started using Tiny 
Personal Firewall (also free).  I think it is easier to use 
than Zone Alarm.

Do a google search for Tiny Personal Firewall to find it.

Regards,
Frank Kamp