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I am using a broadband router. Do I still need firewall software? (#3583)
A firewall is still recommended, even if you use a broadband router. Most broadband routers provide a form of firewall protection from unwanted incoming traffic through the very mechanism it uses to share the internet connection. However, most do not contain a "traditional" firewall and do not block any outgoing traffic. This still makes you vulnerable to trojan or malicious "phone home" programs. feedback form by RedXII1234 edited by Bleek last modified: 2004-05-29 20:41:12


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