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I have several computers on a LAN behind a 5Mbit cable connection. Software firewalls like Zone Alarm are absolutely worthless, in my opinion. The hacker is already *in* your computer by the time ZA goes to work. And it, and others like Black Ice are available on lots of warez sites. Who knoes what workarounds have been discovered? Personally, I would NEVER trust a software firewall. My solution is a Linksys router/switch. It functions as a DHCP server, performs full NAT (address translation from public IP to invisible, private IPs such as 192.168.x.x), and blocks all WAN requests. I have run numerous checks including having hacking-savvy friends and "benevolent" hacking services (that access your system to tell you about vulnerabilities without doing damage), and they tell me my machines may as well not exist. Of course, I keep running routine checks. You can check your own security by visiting one of these sites. I highly encourage it! Anthony Curious Labs