I've been using Comodo Firewall software for about a year now, and while it is a very good firewall, and prevents all attacks and other threats, it is also a bit too secure. Let me explain.
So far I've encountered a few problems with Comodo:
- Slows down the loading of any internet software - browsers, email clients, ftp etc... It can sometimes halt such software for over a minute during loading while it does something in the background. During this pause it uses 100% system resources and grinds the system to a halt. So not nice.
- Conflicts with some of the Adobe CS4 software range - With Comodo running I can't get Premiere CS4 or Soundbooth CS4 to load, and Photoshop CS4 sometimes has problems loading too. With it disabled they all load perfectly.
- Slows down the booting of Windows XP by about 30 seconds.
I'm therefore now on the hunt for another firewall to replace Comodo with. I am considering going back to Outpost Pro as I used that for a couple of years and never had any issues. I only switched because my license expired and Comodo looked like a good free alternative.
But are there any other free firewalls anyone would recommend I try? Or if now, any other commercial firewalls you use and recommend?