I'd like to thank everyone for their input. I've tried several different configurations over past several days. I didn't like ICS with Windows own firewall. So I went to ZoneAlarm Pro, but found out that I couldn't set my internet connected network card to be in the Internet Zone, the NAT wouldn't work. The only way it would if it was placed in the Medium Zone. I wonder how secure it is this way? Am I too paranoid? :) Then I learned about Kerio WinRoute Firewall which in fact consist of NAT and Firewall all in one. Can anyone share their thoughts about it. I mean how good or bad it is in all aspects. I'm going to try the trial version today.
Regards, Anna -----Original Message----- From: Lachlan McGill [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2003 4:30 AM To: 'SML'; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: Setting up secure windows xp network As a very simple method, you can try just blocking ports on the network card level in its TCP/IP properties. This is very simple and also not necessarily the most secure. You should be able to get some success with third party apps such as Nortons, Mcafee and Zone Alarm. Its just a matter of configuring them properly to suit your setup. -----Original Message----- From: SML [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, 23 May 2003 12:57 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hello list. I'm in the process of securing Windows xp prof network, consisting of 5 computers. We use "workgroup" configuration. Also the computers are conected to internet through windows 2000 gateway computer with 2 network cards, where one card connects to ADSL router. NAT software is in place on the gateway. I'd much appreciate if somebody could point me to the internet recourses, or give advise on how to make the most of windows own security features, policies etc. Also what software firewall could we use on the gateway, since after trying norton and mcaffe firewals, we couldn't access the intrenet. Thanks, Anna --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thinking About Security Training? You Can't Afford Not To! Vigilar's industry leading curriculum includes: Security +, Check Point, Hacking & Assessment, Cisco Security, Wireless Security & more! Register Now! --UP TO 30% off classes in select cities-- http://www.securityfocus.com/Vigilar-security-basics ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------
