On Sat, 21 Oct 2006 06:22:02 -0700, Dave C
<DaveC@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote:

>I've been advised to install the free edition of Zone Alarm firewall even
>though I still have XP Home Edition firewall installed. The person said they
>can both run at once. Is this true? Is it a good idea?

It's usually not a good idea although it won't hurt anything if you
do.
The reason it is not a good idea is becuase sometimes the firewall
rules can potentially conflict with one another. That usually happens
when you create custom rules. EG. XP firewall allowing access but the
user has disallowed access in ZA. It overcomplicates things and gains
nothing to have both running.
The reason I prefer ZA is because it monitors and prevents outgoing
traffic allowing you to choose whether it goes out or not. This is
great for preventing apps from phoning home or preventing other
malicious software from sending private information.

Good Luck,

Trev