Morton wrote:
> Hi,
>
> I’m running Vista Home Premium with SP-1. I just deleted Norton 360 with
> Norton’s tool, and installed Avast antivirus. Now, I keep getting
> on-screen notices that Windows Firewall is turned off, = a security risk.
>
> I know that the 2 programs have differing functions. Having an antivirus
> program on,and Super AntiSpyware too, do I also need Windows Firewall
> turned on?
>

Most definitely. (Unless you elect to install a 3rd party firewall,
that is.)

There are several essential components to computer security: a
knowledgeable and pro-active user, a properly configured firewall,
reliable and up-to-date antivirus software, and the prompt repair (via
patches, hotfixes, or service packs) of any known vulnerabilities.

–

Bruce Chambers

Help us help you:
http://www.catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx/kb/555375

They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary
safety deserve neither liberty nor safety. ~Benjamin Franklin

Many people would rather die than think; in fact, most do. ~Bertrand Russell

The philosopher has never killed any priests, whereas the priest has
killed a great many philosophers.
~ Denis Diderot

Read more:
Is Firewall Necessary While Using Antivirus?

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