I am using ZoneAlarm Internet Security on both my computers and will
probably upgrade to the Vista-compatible version (for my new Vista format).
I know most people here suggest a separate f/w and a/v product, but I really
like the ZoneAlarm Int.Sec. product. I thought maybe I would not have to
upgrade, but it sounds like I should.


"Victek" <Victek@xyz.com> wrote in message
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> >I just installed Vista and am trying to decide if the firewall and other
> >antivirus software is sufficient. If not, do all the AV software makers
> >have products that work with Vista?
>
> Vista does not come with AV. It comes with Windows Defender which is an
> antispyware application. There are a number of freeware antivirus apps
> that work fine with Vista, such as AVG, Avast!, and Active Virus Shield.
> I'm currently using AVS which is rebranded Kaspersky AV 6. I believe you
> can still get it here:
>
> www.activevirusshield.com
>
> It may not be available much longer as AOL has switched to a McAfee suite.
> By the way, AVS comes bundled with an optional AOL toolbar. Just remember
> to uncheck the box during the installation if you don't want the toolbar.
>
> Regarding firewalls, people say the Vista Windows Firewall is much better
> then the XP version. If you want to try a third party Vista compatible
> firewall have a look at ZoneAlarm Free and PC Tools Firewall Plus which
> are both freeware.