Hi there i got a little problem with limewire when my limewire connects to the network a windows pops up from norton antivirus that "u have started a progrom such as file sharing or instant messaging select permit if you want to continue using that program or deny to stop using it".
when i click on permit the norton window pops up again and again and if i click on deny same thing happens can anyone tell me what to do. THANKYOU

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What version antivirus? I'm using 2004, and it peacably coexists with Limewire (only appearing if it's catching a critter).
This isn't something like personal firewall? I have McAfee, and it warns about the increased possiblity of downloading a nasty. However, it does it much less dramatically

Manunz

I think you may be using Norton AV 2005, which is the same as I use.

There are two things I would suggest you do:

1) Update and then run a full anti-virus scan, this will catch and delete anything (virus, Trojan, worm) that has sneaked onto your PC.

2) If you do not have a firewall then get Norton Personal Firewall 2005, not the easiest of firewalls but it will integrate seamlessly with your anti-virus software and give that extra protection all broadband users should have.

Although not a full suggestion, you should also get PeerGuardian 2 (free) which blocks various computer companies (domestic and foreign), local authorities, etc., on the IP level from sneaking into your PC via port 6346.



UK Bob

First of all thanks for the replies but no luck ctually i dont have any viruses at all in my computer i use many different kind of programs to keep my computer safe from limewire i just download songs all the time and yes i am using NORTON ANTIVIRUS 2005 with no norten personal firewall. norton doesnot like block limewire it is just that stupid messege pops up again and again any help would be thankful

Manunz

I think you have missed an essential point I was making in my first post, although it's my fault for not putting enough emphasis on it: I now believe your NAV2005 is reacting to those "computer companies" trying to sneak into your PC while you are using LW. I strongly suggest that you get PeerGuardian 2, which should stop the annoying Nortons pop-ups and sneak attacks on your PC.



UK Bob

manunz

NAV 2005 has a feature called Threat detection what is happening is what ukbobboy01 is saying NAV is detecting that you are being probed you should take his advice.

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Does anyone know where I can download a good and free firewall software?

I have microsoft's firewall, but I can imagine that it isn't good.

You can get Zone Alarm at the link below.


http://www.download.com/3000-2092-10039884.html

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