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Creer
April 25th, 2010, 01:38 PM
Below you will find results and methodology of my tests:
Tested: 5 popular firewalls:
Online Armor v4.0.0.44 (Firewall with HIPS) (link to test (http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showpost.php?p=1666286&postcount=1) #1)
DefenseWall Personal Firewall v3.00 (Firewall with HIPS) (link to test (http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showpost.php?p=1666292&postcount=2) #2)
Comodo (CIS) v4.0.141842.828 (without AV module) (Firewall with HIPS) (link to test (http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showpost.php?p=1666293&postcount=3) #3)
PC Tools Firewall Plus v6.0.0.88 (Firewall with HIPS) (link to test (http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showpost.php?p=1666309&postcount=4) #4)
Look 'n' Stop v2.07 (Pure Firewall) (link to test (http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showpost.php?p=1666337&postcount=5) #5)
Additional tests:
Outpost Firewall Pro v7.0 (bulid: 3330.505.1221 - beta) (Firewall with HIPS) (link to test (http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showpost.php?p=1666852&postcount=24) #24)
ZoneAlarm v9.1.007 (Pure Firewall) - unable to test, BSOD after installation.
Test machine: Windows 7 HP x32 (2GB RAM, CPU: 2x2.6 GHz) with updates from image backup as a baseline for the next tests.
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1. Online Armor v4.0.0.44 (Firewall with HIPS)
1) Test no.1: resource usage during web browsing (Opera as a main browser and open simultaneously ~15 tabs with different content - two sites with flash animation) Results below:
Online Armor (Web Shield enabled):
waiting for re-test
Online Armor (Web Shield disabled):
waiting for re-test
2) Test no.2: resource usage during CNN TV-streaming in Windows Media Player 12:
waiting for re-test
3) Test no.3: resource usage during uTorrent activity - downloaded one of the Linux distro (Ubuntu) for test purposes:
waiting for re-test
4) Resource usage in Windows Task Manager - CPU Time, during all these tests:
waiting for re-test
Creer
April 25th, 2010, 01:48 PM
2. DefenseWall Personal Firewall v3.00 (Firewall with HIPS)
1) Test no.1: resource usage during web browsing (Opera as a main browser and open simultaneously ~15 tabs with different content - two sites with flash animation) Results below:
waiting for re-test
2) Test no.2: resource usage during CNN TV-streaming in Windows Media Player 12:
waiting for re-test
3) Test no.3: resource usage during uTorrent activity - downloaded one of the Linux distro (Ubuntu) for test purposes:
waiting for re-test
4) Resource usage in Windows Task Manager - CPU Time, during all these tests:
waiting for re-test
Creer
April 25th, 2010, 01:52 PM
3. Comodo (CIS) v4.0.141842.828 (without AV module) (Firewall with HIPS)
1) Test no.1: resource usage during web browsing (Opera as a main browser and open simultaneously ~15 tabs with different content - two sites with flash animation) Results below:
217426
2) Test no.2: resource usage during CNN TV-streaming in Windows Media Player 12:
217424
3) Test no.3: resource usage during uTorrent activity - downloaded one of the Linux distro (Ubuntu) for test purposes:
217425
4) Resource usage in Windows Task Manager - CPU Time, during all these tests:
217427
Creer
April 25th, 2010, 02:30 PM
4. PC Tools Firewall Plus v6.0.0.88 (Firewall with HIPS)
1) Test no.1: resource usage during web browsing (Opera as a main browser and open simultaneously ~15 tabs with different content - two sites with flash animation) Results below:
217428
2) Test no.2: resource usage during CNN TV-streaming in Windows Media Player 12:
217430
3) Test no.3: resource usage during uTorrent activity - downloaded one of the Linux distro (Ubuntu) for test purposes:
217431
4) Resource usage in Windows Task Manager - CPU Time, during all these tests:
217432
Creer
April 25th, 2010, 03:15 PM
5. Look 'n' Stop v2.07 (pure firewall, No HIPS)
1) Test no.1: resource usage during web browsing (Opera as a main browser and open simultaneously ~15 tabs with different content - two sites with flash animation) Results below:
217433
Note: SPI was enabled in L'n'S options (by default this feature is disabled)
2) Test no.2: resource usage during CNN TV-streaming in Windows Media Player 12:
217434
3) Test no.3: resource usage during uTorrent activity - downloaded one of the Linux distro (Ubuntu) for test purposes:
217435
4) Resource usage in Windows Task Manager - CPU Time, during all these tests:
217436
Creer
April 25th, 2010, 03:27 PM
Ok that's all I hope you like it ;)
As you can see almost every firewall is different for system resources, I hope that my tests will be helpful for those who are looking for a strong&light software firewall at the same time.
Creer.
Cudni
April 25th, 2010, 03:32 PM
Nice one! Thanks. A good job.
An obvious question, to me at least, would you consider doing similar for other FWs out there?
backfolder
April 25th, 2010, 03:38 PM
Very interesting report, I´m gonna try DefenseWall.
Thanks so much!
Yakuman
April 25th, 2010, 04:13 PM
I wonder how much of a difference it would be if logging was disabled.
hayc59
April 25th, 2010, 04:35 PM
Creer, Nice test...but your missing one of the best
if not thee best firewalls...Oupost by Agnitum
can you please run version 6 and the latest version seven through
them paces? thanks
you can obtain a beta version here
http://www.outpostfirewall.com/forum/showthread.php?t=25105
bellgamin
April 25th, 2010, 05:09 PM
Grrreat tests Creer. Thanks!!!
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In making comparisons, bear in mind that OA & Comodo & DW are firewalls + HIPS whereas...
1- LnS is a firewall only (no HIPs)
2- PCTools is a firewall that has been patched so as to score well on Matousec's silly tests. It does not, by any means, have a full-fledged HIPS.
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+1 to hayc59's request to test Outpost.
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To make OA similar to other FW+HIPS you tested,. I suggest you disable (uncheck) its Mail Shield & Web Shield options. You can access those options by right-clicking OA's system tray icon.
acuariano
April 25th, 2010, 09:47 PM
i was surprised that free OA is light,despite sys requirements says it needs 512 ram.
i tested 3 days ago.
falkor
April 25th, 2010, 11:41 PM
Good to see someone spend their time on this . Apparently meaningful to most . Useless to me . Not bashing because it is great someone would take the time to do this . I however ; do not see the point trying to be made . And these so called tests ( of what I do not know ) have not made me even think about a change in my arsenal . Sorry guys . Just someone here in the minority stating an opinion . As bad as that opinion may be perceived .::) PLEASE do not think I am being argumentative . I am not . It just does nothing for me .
Noob
April 26th, 2010, 12:07 AM
Nice test, all seems to be light for a modern computer actually :D
With this i mean computers with 2gb+ ram and a avg. CPU
Kees1958
April 26th, 2010, 03:52 AM
Overview graphs/tables please ;D
fax
April 26th, 2010, 03:58 AM
Why not ZAfree or ZAPRO? ;D
There is a fresh ZAfree beta under test.... www.zonealarm.com/beta (http://www.zonealarm.com/beta)
whitedragon551
April 26th, 2010, 05:27 AM
LnS looks like a keeper.
rdsu
April 26th, 2010, 05:39 AM
What about Windows 7 Firewall?
Thanks
whitedragon551
April 26th, 2010, 08:08 AM
It would be hard to measure Windows FW simply because its built into the OS. You wont know whats causing the spike in resources.
Sariel Fallen
April 26th, 2010, 08:19 AM
Hi All
@ Creer :thumb:
_____
I'm using the Filseclab, it's easy to handle with the ability to adjust the filter in many ways and the RAM-usage is not to high.
For me it's great ;D - any other experiences ?
Regards
rdsu
April 26th, 2010, 09:08 AM
-{ Quote: "It would be hard to measure Windows FW simply because its built into the OS. You wont know whats causing the spike in resources." }-
You are right... :)
Creer
April 26th, 2010, 11:03 AM
-{ Quote: "(...)
To make OA similar to other FW+HIPS you tested,. I suggest you disable (uncheck) its Mail Shield & Web Shield options. You can access those options by right-clicking OA's system tray icon." }-
Indeed I did test for OA with Web Shield enabled and disabled. I forgot mention that in both cases Mail Shield was disabled.
Creer
April 26th, 2010, 11:06 AM
-{ Quote: "Why not ZAfree or ZAPRO? ;D
There is a fresh ZAfree beta under test.... www.zonealarm.com/beta (http://www.zonealarm.com/beta)" }-
I tried to install ZA Free v9.1.007, but no success - after installation I got BSOD on my machine, also I was unable to install beta since there is needed registration to access to beta-zone ::)
Creer
April 26th, 2010, 11:14 AM
6. Outpost Firewall Pro v7.0 (bulid: 3330.505.1221 - beta) (Firewall with HIPS)
1) Test no.1: resource usage during web browsing (Opera as a main browser and open simultaneously ~15 tabs with different content - two sites with flash animation) Results below:
217474
2) Test no.2: resource usage during CNN TV-streaming in Windows Media Player 12:
217475
3) Test no.3: resource usage during uTorrent activity - downloaded one of the Linux distro (Ubuntu) for test purposes:
217476
4) Resource usage in Windows Task Manager - CPU Time, during all these tests:
217477
Peter2150
April 26th, 2010, 11:23 AM
Hi All
First, Creer, please don't take this personally.
People here at Wilders seem to have fallen in love with testing. I have no doubt his tests may be valid, for his machine, with his OS, his router, and his ISP. Also might well be a function his whether it's cable, DSL or whatever. So for him it's very valid.
BUT for anyone else to use the tests as a way judging the Efficiency of a particular firewall, I would have to say I have some huge doubts.
I think the only way one can judge any software is to test it on there setup.
Pete
fax
April 26th, 2010, 11:32 AM
-{ Quote: "I tried to install ZA Free v9.1.007, but no success - after installation I got BSOD on my machine, also I was unable to install beta since there is needed registration to access to beta-zone ::)" }- Well, thanks for trying anyway! :thumb:
fax
April 26th, 2010, 11:34 AM
-{ Quote: " Hi I think the only way one can judge any software is to test it on there setup. Pete" }- Indeed well said :thumb: :thumb: :thumb:
Creer
April 26th, 2010, 11:36 AM
-{ Quote: "LnS looks like a keeper." }-
Yes so far Look 'n' Stop (Pure Firewall) is a winner in efficiency category ;D
So... if you have separate HIPS application or just feel that you don't need one, then the best idea will be install Pure Firewall (without gazillions of addons/features, which will slow your system down and in fact you don't need them too).
These days on the market there are many "x"in1 products but nobody say that they are useful, every security approach needs to be reviewed and chosen for the individual user because everyone uses computer to smth else. Security applications should gives tangible benefits not be against the user in any aspect of pure security, system resources or convenience of usage.
Creer.
Creer
April 26th, 2010, 11:41 AM
-{ Quote: "Hi All
First, Creer, please don't take this personally.
People here at Wilders seem to have fallen in love with testing. I have no doubt his tests may be valid, for his machine, with his OS, his router, and his ISP. Also might well be a function his whether it's cable, DSL or whatever. So for him it's very valid.
BUT for anyone else to use the tests as a way judging the Efficiency of a particular firewall, I would have to say I have some huge doubts.
I think the only way one can judge any software is to test it on there setup.
Pete" }-
It's very true Peter and I agree with you. One of reason why I did this tests was my personal curiosity how efficient all this firewalls are on my machine and whether in fact I chose the lightest solution for me... because of this... why not share the results of tests with other Wilders... maybe someone will find this helpful :)
Yakuman
April 26th, 2010, 12:28 PM
I'm curious on what Kerio 2.15 shows :)
Creer
April 26th, 2010, 12:45 PM
-{ Quote: "I'm curious on what Kerio 2.15 shows :)" }-
Impossible to test this on Windows 7, not supported for years.
I also remember that on Windows XP I had problem with Kerio 2.1.5 driver which caused BSOD and memory dumping... but in fact Kerio was/is very light if it works on your computer without any issues.
doktornotor
April 26th, 2010, 01:42 PM
-{ Quote: "I'm curious on what Kerio 2.15 shows :)" }-
Well, as said... no workie on W7; however I tested on XP SP3 and it's actually "heavier" than LnS (which - unlike Kerio - is still actively developped). LnS is a no-BS applications/stateful firewall w/ IPv6 support, extremely configurable but usable almost out-of-the-box if you wish, highly recommended. :thumb: 8)
bellgamin
April 26th, 2010, 06:26 PM
-{ Quote: "It's very true Peter and I agree with you." }-
I do not agree with Peter. In the instance of these particular tests, they are useful for folks who have limited system resources (small RAM, slow cpu etc) or who want maximum zip for playing games.
Moreover, the average user is NOT going to try as many firewall options as Creer has done.
Finally (and I'm sure this isn't the case with Pete) those who decry a particular test are usually folks whose favorite proggie didn't do well.
Peter mentioned that these forum have become enamored of testing. I agree. However, I consider that these forums have ALSO developed a sizable coterie of those who decry any & all tests, simply so that those folks can pontificate and play their favorite spiel again & again & again -- which by now has become boilerplate for many of them. I am one of those "decriers", at times. I simply looove to bang on Matousec's silly tests at every possible opportunity.
Brummelchen
April 26th, 2010, 07:10 PM
Is it just me or my eyes that in the first test for Online Armor DefenseWall Hips was also installed?
your screenie showed so... and if so exactly that test is worth nuts...
hayc59
April 26th, 2010, 08:54 PM
-{ Quote: "Is it just me or my eyes that in the first test for Online Armor DefenseWall Hips was also installed?
your screenie showed so... and if so exactly that test is worth nuts..." }-
Ah...good eye Brumm..I missed that :wacko:
bellgamin
April 26th, 2010, 10:28 PM
-{ Quote: "Ah...good eye Brumm..I missed that" }-Me three miss it.
Creer
April 27th, 2010, 02:50 AM
-{ Quote: "Is it just me or my eyes that in the first test for Online Armor DefenseWall Hips was also installed?
your screenie showed so... and if so exactly that test is worth nuts..." }-
I forgot to mention - DW was disabled (HIPS protection was disabled) during OA tests. The processes belong to DW there was in fact but this is how it looks in Windows Task Manager even if DW protection is disabled, so don't worry about this.
Escalader
April 27th, 2010, 09:04 AM
-{ Quote: "I do not agree with Peter. In the instance of these particular tests, they are useful for folks who have limited system resources (small RAM, slow cpu etc) or who want maximum zip for playing games.
Moreover, the average user is NOT going to try as many firewall options as Creer has done.
Finally (and I'm sure this isn't the case with Pete) those who decry a particular test are usually folks whose favorite proggie didn't do well.
Peter mentioned that these forum have become enamored of testing. I agree. However, I consider that these forums have ALSO developed a sizable coterie of those who decry any & all tests, simply so that those folks can pontificate and play their favorite spiel again & again & again -- which by now has become boilerplate for many of them. I am one of those "decriers", at times. I simply looove to bang on Matousec's silly tests at every possible opportunity." }-
Hello All:
Yes, it is hard not to become an advocate for the tools we ourselves have become attached to. Yes again to, feeling upset if our selected tool(s) do poorly in somebody elses tests. Some feel they have to defend as if they were being attacked. Testing is the only way facts can be produced that are measurable. Very different than opinions however well intended. Opinions are easy to produce, test results require work and time. As well it requires courage to publish them and take any heat that comes from advocates.
But the bottom line in scientific testing:
Are the results repeatable in someone elses lab using identical conditions? So this means repeating the tests in a setup identical to Creers.
Are the differences between these products statistically significant?Nobody can exactly match Creers setup.
All this aside, I liked the tests and if I were looking to replace my FW+HIPS combo I would use his hard work and results as an ordered list for trials on my set up.
Take care!
Peter2150
April 27th, 2010, 10:33 AM
To be honest do I have a product preference. Yep. But I didn't look at the actual results close enough to know how any one of the products really did.
Also I note one of the comments, that there were two products but one was disabled. It should be removed, as even though disabled it's drivers are there, and the impact of that is at best unknown.
Escalader
April 27th, 2010, 11:56 AM
-{ Quote: "To be honest do I have a product preference. Yep. But I didn't look at the actual results close enough to know how any one of the products really did.
Also I note one of the comments, that there were two products but one was disabled. It should be removed, as even though disabled it's drivers are there, and the impact of that is at best unknown." }-
Hi Pete:
Yes we all have preferences. But I wonder about this left over driver concern? Here is Creer's quote that indicates he had an image restore twixt tests.
-{ Quote: "Test machine: Windows 7 HP x32 (2GB RAM, CPU: 2x2.6 GHz) with updates from image backup as a baseline for the next tests." }-
I would like to know if the image was FW /HIPS free and used between each vendor and the "new" install done clean
wutsup
April 27th, 2010, 12:17 PM
-{ Quote: "
Test machine: Windows 7 HP x32 (2GB RAM, CPU: 2x2.6 GHz) with updates from image backup as a baseline for the next tests.
" }-
~Phrase removed~creer, but im pretty sure you mean you have 1 cpu with 2 cores :D
Creer
April 27th, 2010, 12:25 PM
-{ Quote: "Hi Pete:
Yes we all have preferences. But I wonder about this left over driver concern? Here is Creer's quote that indicates he had an image restore twixt tests.
I would like to know if the image was FW /HIPS free and used between each vendor and the "new" install done clean" }-
Yes, image backup was FW/HIPS free & used between each vendor & the new install done clean, however... in case of first two tests I mean OA and DWPF test - I used image backup with already DWPF installed. Why? I did this test few days earlier for needs of this (http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=270705&page=3) thread and at that time I did not think about doing more extensive tests as I've finally done in this thread... I was too lazy to do new tests for OA and DWPF and I thought if protection in both will be disabled during test there will be no real difference and negative impact.
During test of OA, DWPF protection was completely disabled and during DWPF test I disabled OA protection. Now I see my bad I can admit to the mistake I made because only that don't make mistakes, who do nothing. I will re-test OA and DWPF again with the same clean image backup file which have been used for other tests. Until that I removed screens with results for OA and DWPF from this thread.
Creer
April 27th, 2010, 12:27 PM
-{ Quote: " ~Phrase removed~creer, but im pretty sure you mean you have 1 cpu with 2 cores :D" }-
Yes, of course, one CPU with two cores.
wutsup
April 27th, 2010, 01:41 PM
-{ Quote: "Yes, of course, one CPU with two cores." }-
yea sorry about that phrase. didnt know i couldnt say that lol
hey but creer, can you test the HIPS of outpost firewall free 2009 and the HIPS of online armor free? and compare?
Sully
April 27th, 2010, 02:52 PM
I like comparisons like this. I believe that a grain or twelve of salt needs to be taken with them though.
In my experience, most comparisons do not empirically prove much. The whole "which browser is fastest" is a perfect example. Lab tests can show one thing, but what my eye sees and what I feel is often not the same.
Firewalls are a queer sort of tool. Some are undeniably lighter on resources. Some are undeniably more complex. But usually it seems that people use the one that they understand or can naviagate the best. What use is the "best" firewall if it is insanely complex to create rules. It would be more produtive (and likely make everything work) if you chose a firewall that was maybe only 90% as good, but that you could manage well.
The best part about comparisons, especially those by a fellow user and not a paid source, is that you get to see some more "real world" scenarios, as well as just seeing products that you may not have known about.
I don't suppose "fanboys" will ever stop thier wanting to convince others of how good thier "fave" product is. In fact, the stronger a "fanboy" base, the more interested I often am in investigating. Afterall, there is a reason why someone absolutely loves a specific product. It may not fit everyones taste, but it is certainly better than the majority of testers saying "it is garbage, stay away".
The problems arise when a "fanboy" keeps a closed mind to other similar offerings. When this happens, that door is closed and you might as well go elsewhere.
Sul.
Brummelchen
April 27th, 2010, 03:52 PM
i read those comparisons - no more - no less.
my view is more like Peters - must be usable HERE.
-{ Quote: "I have no doubt his tests may be valid, for his machine, with his OS, his router, and his ISP." }-
Escalader
April 27th, 2010, 05:20 PM
-{ Quote: "Yes, image backup was FW/HIPS free & used between each vendor & the new install done clean, however... in case of first two tests I mean OA and DWPF test - I used image backup with already DWPF installed. Why? I did this test few days earlier for needs of this (http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=270705&page=3) thread and at that time I did not think about doing more extensive tests as I've finally done in this thread... I was too lazy to do new tests for OA and DWPF and I thought if protection in both will be disabled during test there will be no real difference and negative impact.
During test of OA, DWPF protection was completely disabled and during DWPF test I disabled OA protection. Now I see my bad I can admit to the mistake I made because only that don't make mistakes, who do nothing. I will re-test OA and DWPF again with the same clean image backup file which have been used for other tests. Until that I removed screens with results for OA and DWPF from this thread." }-
Well said sir! I think you are being hard on yourself this was not an "error" per se just a small experimental adjustment to improve on your results.;) The thread will be the better for it! ;D
The base image was / is an excellent idea and the amount of work a bit more but that is what testing means work and clarity. :o
I for one am quite happy to wait patiently for your upgraded tests. :)
Kees1958
April 28th, 2010, 03:00 AM
Ahh well what a lot of pointless critism
Facts purely black and white spoken
1. Any Windows PC is more or less unique, because Windows (unlike Apple) does not control the hardware. At OS install drivers could be replaced by generic ones or old hardware specific versions installed.
2. As soon as you start unsing your PC, you will get floating dll files, invalid/old reference in driver locations, useless leftovers of de-installed programs, invalid updates, old drivers, etc
Black and white conclusion:
So any repeatable test (EVEN on a clean image) is not representative for my PC, therefore I can state (although untested and completely irrelevant) my setup is the most effective setup. It is fast it is smooth and offcourse safest (again not able to back this up, but what the heck, most of us give opinions and do not provide proof or arguments)
Personal impression (sort of Ying and Yang version)
Yes I like the genius of the AND and do not like the tiranny of the OR. Creer thanks for the test, pitty you did not de-install DW when testing OA, but what the heck it gives a nice impression. Because you reversed the condition when testing DWPF (disabling OA). So they were more or less equally handicapped.
I personally have tested 6 version of the DW firewall (different engines) and can state that the most advanced version creates same overhead (in terms of user experience) as default Windows XP firewall (that is with HIPS ON !). DW seams to eat more CPU seconds than Wndows FW service, but correct CPU usage is very difficicult to measure exactly (can be hidden under parent/calling processes).
Good job :thumb:
Regards Kees
pjb024
April 28th, 2010, 06:34 AM
It seems to me that this thread is along the same lines as the popular one started by TheIgster in the AV section which was suddenly terminated by one of the mods. Is there a fundamental difference or will this thread eventually suffer the same fate?
Escalader
April 28th, 2010, 09:27 AM
-{ Quote: "Ahh well what a lot of pointless critism
Facts purely black and white spoken
1. Any Windows PC is more or less unique, because Windows (unlike Apple) does not control the hardware. At OS install drivers could be replaced by generic ones or old hardware specific versions installed.
2. As soon as you start unsing your PC, you will get floating dll files, invalid/old reference in driver locations, useless leftovers of de-installed programs, invalid updates, old drivers, etc
Black and white conclusion:
So any repeatable test (EVEN on a clean image) is not representative for my PC, therefore I can state (although untested and completely irrelevant) my setup is the most effective setup. It is fast it is smooth and offcourse safest (again not able to back this up, but what the heck, most of us give opinions and do not provide proof or arguments)
Personal impression (sort of Ying and Yang version)
Yes I like the genius of the AND and do not like the tiranny of the OR. Creer thanks for the test, pitty you did not de-install DW when testing OA, but what the heck it gives a nice impression. Because you reversed the condition when testing DWPF (disabling OA). So they were more or less equally handicapped.
I personally have tested 6 version of the DW firewall (different engines) and can state that the most advanced version creates same overhead (in terms of user experience) as default Windows XP firewall (that is with HIPS ON !). DW seams to eat more CPU seconds than Wndows FW service, but correct CPU usage is very difficicult to measure exactly (can be hidden under parent/calling processes).
Good job :thumb:
Regards Kees" }-
Hi Kees::thumb:
Agreed, the tests here are not representative of my setup either. I'm on W7 64 bit just to drive home the point that you and others have made.
I see these types of "independent" user tests as very useful even with the flaws in them that we all make.
I would use them as a starting point for selecting tools and testing them one by one on my setup.
Now what we need is a user based thread on:
5 popular firewalls-effectiveness test.
There would be a minor challenge of course of agreeing on the criteria to measure effectiveness.
Last time I tried that it was 3 years ago and I had to take a sabbatical!
Newby
April 28th, 2010, 10:23 AM
Yeah,
Agree with Kees and Escalader, Creer is taken on a bit to harsh in my opinion.
Chear up Creer I enjoyed reading the results :thumb:
MikeNash
April 28th, 2010, 09:50 PM
Hi Guys,
Can anyone tell me the OA results ? I just saw this thread and nothing's there.
Mike
Edit: nervmind, found in image gallery
Kees1958
June 1st, 2010, 05:40 PM
-{ Quote: "Hi Kees::thumb:
Last time I tried that it was 3 years ago and I had to take a sabbatical!" }-
Yeah you mentioned you were going to write a book, what happened?
chinook9
June 1st, 2010, 09:21 PM
Creer
Just wanted to let you know that I appreciate your efforts on this project.
Chinook9
Escalader
June 2nd, 2010, 07:14 PM
-{ Quote: "Yeah you mentioned you were going to write a book, what happened?" }-
Nothing happened! I found out the book already existed!
"Firewalls for Dummies" 2nd edition Published by Wiley.
halcyon
October 21st, 2010, 12:56 PM
I'm late to the party.
First of all, thanks to Creer for having taken time to do the tests.
Nobody who has done testing themselves AND also taken time to do screenshots, compress them, upload them and write the posts, can appreciate this enough.
It takes a lot of effort.
As for the results, I don't think the results are random.
I'd say that they are highly likely indicative of performance on various (if not most systems).
I'm running completely different systems (Win7 64bit, 12GB ram, 4-core 3.6GHz, fast SSD) and I can definitely agree about the results on OA, PCT, Comodo and LnS *on my machine, with my usage patterns*.
If I were looking for a light fw, with lightness being my main concern, I'd look at the Win7 built-in FW and LnS first. Everything else behind that, some of them very far behind (like Comodo).
Just my two cents worth.
Boyfriend
October 21st, 2010, 01:02 PM
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