Check out www.grc.com then look for the shields up link. Most Mac are pretty secure on the web. Windows usually is not.
on 10/6/02 7:59 PM, John Teffer at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > That's all good information. Another thing to think about is that many - if > not all - of those messages you are seeing are probably just ads, trying to > use scare tactics to get you to buy some security program that you don't > need and probably isn't even for Macs anyway. > > I've seen those ads, they're often formatted to look like a Windows alert > box. I and I know that my computer isn't transmitting an IP address, well, > not it's real address, because it is behind a router. > > Maybe someone on the list will have a link for you to a legitimate site that > will tell you how secure your computer is. I know I've seen several, I just > don't have them bookmarked or memorized. > > -John > >> From: Late-R <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >> Reply-To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> (SuperMacs List) >> Date: Sun, 06 Oct 2002 18:45:46 -0600 >> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> (SuperMacs List) >> Subject: Re: [SM] Broadcasting and IP Address, How do I stop it? >> >> Paul, >> >> You can run your internet through a Proxy Server or Wingate and it will >> broadcast that IP to whereever you're surfing to. The trick is finding a >> reliable Proxy for a fast connection. Other than that, there is no way to >> stop the host from seeing your IP. >> >> Note: Your IP can be tracked directly to you if your IP is dynamic (ie: Cable >> , DSL, etc.), if your IP is Static (dialup), tracking becomes more difficult. >> >> Of course, for the regular Joe, tracking this IP is difficult if not >> impossible. Your ISP would have to give this information to them and unless >> they are a Government institition or have a lot of pull, they won't get it. >> >> If you want more info on spoofing your IP, email me direct. >> >> [EMAIL PROTECTED] >> >> Paul Shand wrote: >> >>> Hi On my internet travels I notice warnings that my computer is >>> broadcasting an IP Address and that my computer can be attacked (my S900). >>> >>> System 9.1. >>> >>> How do I stop it broadcasting this address? > -- SuperMacs is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | Service & Replacement Parts [EMAIL PROTECTED] | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> SuperMacs list info: <http://lowendmac.com/supermacs/list.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/supermacs%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
