Hiya

Normally I don't bother with windows firewall and install some third party proggie. However, I want to give this a whirl if I can get it to do what I want. My main concern is outbound since I sit behind a router that already provides a certain ammount of protection. With that and windows firewall, I think I am OK......except outbound. I despise proggies calling home and I usually have my past firewalls (Zonealarm, Sygate, Comodo) stop it. Can I get windows firewall to be selective about outbound traffic?

I know there is a rule section.....but don't have a clue how to configure. Especially since I don't know which ones call home. I am hoping that I can get the firewall to do what others do....which is ask me every time something wants to get out and I can say yes or no on permanent basis.

If this is better placed in the security forum.....mods, please move me. Thanks.