Internet Safety

Do I need to unplug my computer's cable connection when I'm not using it?

[Infinity]

Hi NeedtobeSafe

I don't think so, especialy if you have a firewall/router cause that would be seen as safe surfing anyway...

My father however...it seems that he unplugs everything lately

[Sputnik]

Or you can use the internet lock, like found in ZoneAlarm

[myluvnttl]

No need to unplug the net, if you are using a software firewall like Outpost Pro and a router like 2Wire, and set-up your computer so it don't allow remote connection........

[akor]

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i hope it will be useful for you too.

[~*Nat*~]

Originally Posted by StyleWarz

Or you can use the internet lock, like found in ZoneAlarm

This is what I do too ! Very helpful !!

[ErikAlbert]

You have to unplug your computer during a thunder-storm to protect your computer against lightning, even when you have a router, unless you have a lightning-conductor on your roof of course.
I hope this helps.

[FluxGFX]

Hi,

Even during a thunderstorm... most of your in house electronic should be on reliable powersurge protector that show you the voltage level (most of them range in about 300$ and UP ) I'm talking about good ones. 2 or 3 of these devices should be quite enough. Provided that you also have your house grounded for thunderstorm.

Regards,
fluxgfx.com

There is a solution to this that eliminates any concerns you may have over this, which i saw over on BBR not too long ago.

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100% Security During Boot 4 Peanuts !

http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,13317667


StevieO

[Vikorr]

Hmmm...correct me if I'm wrong, but that was a solution to keep the modem shut down, until the PC had fully booted...to eliminated the concern of being connected to the net while the software firewall hadn't activated yet <and the reverse situation during shutdown>?

Not sure why didn't just buy a hardware firewall though