AVG FIREWALL OR VISTA FIREWALL?

[mkohman]

Hello Guys,

Just installed the New AVG Security 8 Package and have also instaled the FIREWALL.. however this disables the windows vista 64bit firewall.. Which would you use and why? Shall I re install without the firewall option or is the AVG firewall more secure and better than the Vista one?

Many Thanks.. ;)

[OdiN1701]

I didn't know that AVG had a firewall.

I would probably just use the Windows one if you want one. AVG is a good AV program, but I get leery of these "security" bundles that install a bunch of other stuff. An AV is fine, but if you're more concerned with a firewall than what Windows offers, I would look at using a router between your PC and internet connection. You can have a bit more control there, but I don't see the need for anything too crazy. You could build a linux box as a router/firewall - tons of info out there about that. But I don't think you really need anything that complex.

[cosworth]

I assume you're behind a router. Most people are these days. If so, then you can just run the Vista firewall. I don't but for peace of mind I guess you can.

[incendy]

Whichever one uses the least amount of resources :)

[mkohman]

I decided to stick with the Vista one thanks ;)

[neil_g]

enable your router firewall and configure the ports you need.

software firewalls are generally resource hungry and by the time an attack gets to it its within your computer anyway.

[Mark1]

Vista is the most secure Windows to date. I would use its own Firewall. And dump the AVG and get something that takes a smaller footprint on your system like NOD32.