On 9 June 2012 19:48, <kamcginnis@gmail.com> wrote:

> I have always disabled the windows firewall and used my router to block ports. I have a vps service that has 'vCloud'

> which does that and it works well. Now I have a new vps server (much less expensive) that has no way to block ports.

> They recommend that I use Windows Firewall.

>

> Since I have not had good experience with Microsoft software, anyone have a suggestion for a good program? what about

> ZoneAlarm?

The firewall built into Windows 2008 (I guess this is what you have?)

is actually pretty powerful. I suggest you give it a try.

Tools like 'nmap' can be used to test your firewall for open ports.

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Paul

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