Info wanted on new TGB::BOB firewall

[Q Section]

Hello Everybody,
Anybody have any info on the new European firewall called TGB::BOB? It is found here: http://www.thegreenbow.com/bob.html
There is a white paper there also but we are not yet up to sufficient competance to evaluate it. It supposedly covers everything (ports, outgoing, incoming etc.). Any info is appreciated. Thanks

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[CrazyM]

Hi QSection

I know they have been around for a little while, but it is not one I have tested nor heard much discussion about.

The information on the site is pretty basic, but it appears they have an evaluation version/period if you feel adventurous ;)

Hopefully someone else might be able to provide a little more insight.

Regards,

CrazyM

[root]

Here's an old look at it.
http://www.firewall-net.com/en/bob/test.php?PHPSESSID=4eae55fb93c928fe5e624200e992a1b9

Still a pretty basic firewall that cannot be configured with much detail. It is not amongst the more popular firewalls because it doesn't really compete well.
I know you were trying Outpost and it certainly isn't in the same league, but I know you were having some problems.
In my opinion, stick with one of the accepted leaders in the firewall field, such as, Sygate, LNS, Kerio, and a couple of others that are popular.
Want to try something new, Kasperskys AntiHacker looks promising.

[Q Section]

Hello Root,
We just saw that new fw and thought we would get some info on it. We *had* some problems but they were completely fixed after a good old-fashioned FDisk, Format and 98SE reinstall. We are currently using Outpost FW and it works perfectly and we will probably keep it. TGB:BOB is not as configurable as OP and it seems it is for the minimalist user.

Thanks