Zonealarm Internet Security Suite [Old Version]

by Zone Labs

Product Features

• Guards the network perimeter from inbound and outbound threats with the world's number one firewall
• Prevents spyware and other malicious programs from sending your personal information across the Internet
• Automatically makes your computer invisible to anyone on the Internet
• Monitor additional program actions for more thorough protection
• Stops pre-approved credit card offers, which contain sensitive financial data often used by criminals for identity theft

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 0.6 ounces
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B000I3HDP4
• Item model number: 100703
• Date first available at Amazon.com: August 26, 2006
• Average Customer Review: 2.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (59 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,196 in Software (See Top 100 in Software)

Product Description

Amazon.com

This comprehensive, all-in-one suite is a tightly integrated set of advanced security layers that, together, create the most secure protection in the industry. Uniquely engineered to prevent threats from getting on a PC in the first place, it has won more major awards than any other security software on the market. The suite combines the robust security features computer experts demand with automatic functions that make it simple enough for novice to use.

Learn more about the features of ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite 2007 (requires Flash).

Network and Program Firewall Features
These features deliver proactive firewall protection with multiple layers of security that stop inbound, outbound, and program attacks while remaining completely invisible to hackers. It also prevents spyware and other malicious programs from sending your personal information across the Internet, automatically makes your computer invisible to anyone on the Internet, protects your programs from malware, and more.

Operating System Firewall (OSFirewall) Features
This additional layer of security prevents hard-to-remove spyware from getting onto your PC and causing damage. The OS Firewall will monitor program installation and registry changes and file access down to your PC's core. It will also monitor additional program actions for more thorough protection, and Prevents malicious software from damaging files in your core Windows operating system.

Antivirus and Identity Theft Protection Features
These features will continually and automatically search for, find, and remove viruses and other malicious software in a single, powerful operation. While ZoneAlarm continues to secure your identity information on your PC, these new Identity Theft Protection services also prevent identity theft over the Internet and even in the physical world.

Anti-Spyware, Spy Site Blocking, and Privacy Protection Features
These features always run full-strength to catch and eliminate spyware before it gets onto your PC. It prevents spyware from getting on your PC by blocking its primary source: spyware distribution websites. It also manages and blocks pop-up ads, online profiling, cookies, cache, and scripts so you can surf in peace.

Anti-Spam, Anti-Phishing, IM Protection, and Game Mode Features
IM protection protects your instant messages--even those sent between different services--so they can't be monitored. One-click control temporarily suppresses most security alerts and prevents them from interrupting your gaming while maintaining maximum protection for your PC.

Other Protections
Email security will quarantine suspicious attachments to help defend against unknown viruses, and it automatically halts outbound messages to keep you from accidentally infecting others. The Wireless PC protection feature automatically detects wireless networks and secures your PC from hackers and other Internet threats wherever you're connected--at home or on the road. For parents with children at home, there is a parental control feature that prevents children from viewing inappropriate content on Web sites. And last but not least, the SmartDefense service feature provides your PC with real-time security updates, improved response to breaking spyware threats, and new attack protection capabilities.

Product Description

This comprehensive, all-in-one suite is a tightly integrated set of advanced security layers that, together, create the most secure protection in the industry. Uniquely engineered to prevent threats from getting on a PC in the first place, it has won more major awards than any other security software on the market. The suite combines the robust security features computer experts demand with automatic functions that make it simple enough for novices to use. Monitor additional program actions for more thorough protection Prevents malicious software from damaging files in your core Windows operating system Continually and automatically searches for, finds, and removes viruses and other malicious software in a single, powerful operation Stops pre-approved credit card offers, which contain sensitive financial data often used by criminals for identity theft (offered via a credit industry service - US only) Detects theft by monitoring both cyberspace and stolen credit card lists from vendors, consumers, and the underground. Alerts you if your credit cards are stolen Provides a low-cost, public records report to alert you of fraud, such as phony DMV records (US only) Assists identity theft victims with personal telephone counseling to guide them through resolution and recovery (US only) Offers identity theft education and tools to help you prevent, detect and recover from identity theft Blocks you from accidentally visiting or being redirected to websites that distribute spyware Prevents spyware already on your computer from contacting websites to exchange information, give out your personal data, or get updates Improved ability to remove even the most persistent, hard-to-find spyware that infiltrate your PC at the core level Manages and blocks pop-up ads, online profiling, cookies, cache, and scripts so you can surf in peace AntiSpam and Anti Phish Vista Compatible

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

43 of 45 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Not Bloatware Like Symantec Internet Security, October 10, 2006

By 

Robbie Bobagov "wicked good analyst" (DC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Zonealarm Internet Security Suite [Old Version] (CD-ROM)

After removing Symantec and installing Zonealarm my computer speeded up by a factor of at least 10.

I'm not certain why Symantec slows some computers down but leaves others going fast -
in my case it insisted on scanning every program transferred and used and on scanning every outgoing email even though I truned those features off.

I recommend Zonealarm for users with some expertise - during the initial usage you need to understand what programs to allow and what to block (look them up on Google).

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars !WARNING! Not the Zone Alarm We Once Knew! WARNING!, March 2, 2007

By 

CST "Psybearian" (Colorado, United States) - See all my reviews
(VINE VOICE)   

This review is from: Zonealarm Internet Security Suite [Old Version] (CD-ROM)

I am an experienced computer professional and beta tester and ZA 7 is an unmitigated disaster. Issues clearly identified while in beta were not fixed when CheckPoint(an Israeli company which purchased ZA in 2004) released the "gold" version on Jan 15, 2007. If you do manage to get it working it uses anywhere from 80 to 170 MB of RAM! Then the so called "Kaspersky" antivirus database will corrupt. This makes Symantec products seem elegant.

It is insult to injury when the arrogant attitude of tech support adds to the frustrations. The wall of silence from CheckPoint ZoneAlarm is stunning as they have still not fixed even one of the numerous problems.

Steer clear. Try Comodo Firewall / AVG anti-virus or anything else but this.

19 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Comes with a 560 + page PDF File User's Manual, November 21, 2006

By 

in1ear - See all my reviews

This review is from: Zonealarm Internet Security Suite [Old Version] (CD-ROM)

You can read it BEFORE buying the product by looking on the ZA site. I'm going to make this hard and make you google it.
I'm not going to criticize anyone except to say IF you have a question or problem, the ZA website lists pdf file user manuals for all of the company's products. There are some compatibility probs for example with Yahoo Mail BETA. As soon as Yahoo finalizes it's mail server ZA will be compatible. Simply switch back to yahoo mail (pre beta). There are several other beta products but generally if you're having problems they can be easily fixed by adjusting the settings just like all security programs. ZA REALLY is better at what it is suppose to do than other products ONCE you have learned how to use it. Kinda like most things in the world of things that are unfamiliar.
I use the free stuff too, and recommend them for those who are on a budget - students, etc. but the ZA suite is worth the money and is more effective for those who can't afford to get mugged or pickpocketed on the info hiway. I know what you're thinking btw...but ask yourself "Is your private information, time and computer worth it to you?" If so go with Zone Alarm, learn how to use it and be safer on the net.
John Row
in1ear