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caretaker

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When i try to download a file from other sites a notice says that before i download,i should turn off the Firewall on my computer. Is this right?,if so then how do i turn Firewall off?
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caretaker said:
When i try to download a file from other sites a notice says that before i download,i should turn off the Firewall on my computer. Is this right?,if so then how do i turn Firewall off?
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hi caretaker. i´m not 100% sure but try tools on the toolbar above, click internet options/ then have a look in all the tabs to see if its in there. rob43
 

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In windows XP if you go to the properties of the connection (dial up or broadband) in network connections you can then enable/disable the built in Windows firewall. Also if you are running a firewall like ZoneAlarm you can disable it in the icon taskbar near the clock.

However what are you trying to download? A site that tells you to disable your firewall when downloading from them sounds suspicious. If it is telling you that you will have to stop a popup blocker or cookie control program it is not quite so suspicious, but even so be careful.
 

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I'm with PoloMint on this one, be very wary of switching off your firewall, I've never switched mine off for a download and have never been prompted to.
 

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Thanks guys ,I dont think i will turn firewall off now .But the site is one off rdi-sats list so I thought it may OK?? . Thanks again for your help
 
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