Comments on: Security pros patch older Windows versions

Third-party fix available to repair a serious flaw in Windows for which Microsoft no longer provides security updates.

[IHeartCheese]

Oh, Great...

Oh, great they have to create another "service team"... *rolls eyes*.

[_dietrich]

VMWare Player

Folks, if you've reached your saturation point, give a look at VMWare products, particulary noting the VMWare Browser Appliance.

I'd recommend, if you have 4 gigs to spare giving VMWare a spin--it's free.

What's my point?

Well, install VMWare Player (I'd recomment the VMWare Server) and download the Browser Appliance, which is I believe a vintage Ubuntu Linux, version 5.10 (very stable and easy to use) and use the Firefox browser for your internet sessions.

The virtue is that when configured to do so, all of your internet settings will reset back to the startup defaults when you shut down your guest O/S VM.

It's really very innovative of VMWare and a viable solution to the ongoing security issues.

Or, I'd suggest you install the pre-built SUSE Linux 10.1 vmx, and do same, a bit better as SUSE has AppArmor built in--a 'sandbox' around any app you configure.

Or, just download the ISO cds from www.opensuse.org burn 'em and either set up a dual-boot or let SUSE 'blow away' Windows entirely.

You won't regret it--trust me.

Been at it now for two years with SUSE, previously a RedHat devotee.

OK, later!! I see you! Bye. Blip. ;)

[wbenton]

When Microsoft Drops the Ball!!!

A small hand full of security pros pick up the ball which Microsoft; with over ten-thousand employees; can't even do right?

Walt