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Firewalls (47 programs)

  1. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Reroutes traffic to an AES 128-bit encrypted tunnel. Shield your true IP address. Thousand of server and IP address options. Ultra-fast connection.
    CONS: No Windows kill switch. Quite more expensive than other VPN programs.
  2. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Intuitive interface. Extensive content filtering list. Parental control feature. Unlimited configurations.
    CONS: Free version is limited to 300,000 queries a month. Free version saves your configuration for only a week.
  3. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Secure computers from viruses. Compatible with Windows 7 and above. Manage software access. Monitoring mode with tools.
    CONS: May not work with other OS. May block important software processes. Lacks software documentation. There are other more power firewall available.
  4. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Tons of features. Simple interface. Colorful, crisp graphics buttons.
    CONS: Can be problematic in set up. Resource heavy. Crashes and freezes often.
  5. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  6. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: View current and past network activity. Easy-to-understand graph. Alerts for possible threats. Remove or block applications.
    CONS: Not a reliable antivirus tool.
  7. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Does the job efficiently and discreetly. Nicely designed interface. Easy to use, even for beginners. Low on system resources.
    CONS: Doesn’t remember exceptions very well.
  8. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Efficient, reliable firewall. Easy to configure. Features a Game mode.
    CONS: Not many tweaking options.
  9. PROS: Reduces the priority of other programs when it is activated. It identifies what causes short CPU spikes that slow your computer.
    CONS: Most people are nervous about giving a program access to their processes. It looks free but they charge you after the 30 days trial.
  10. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: VPNs in Switzerland, Germany, France, UK and USA. Easy to setup. Makes surfing the net safer.
    CONS: VPN limited to 5 countries. May slow down surfing speed at times.
  11. PROS: Auto-Learn 2.0 feature for beginners. Entertainment mode protects videos and games. Offers two-way firewall for optimal protection.
    CONS: Difficult to learn to use initially.
  12. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  13. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  14. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Easy to use and configure. Features presets. Control from task bar. Various profiles. Good help.
    CONS: May still block P2P traffic. May be slightly problematic during.
  15. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Includes real-traffic monitor. Supports filters and rules. Full featured settings menu.
    CONS: Seems a bit complex for home users. Displays constant warning messages during the first days of usage.
  16. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Light on resources. Highly configurable.
    CONS: Can slow down PC or internet connection due to packet sending.

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