Highly capable suite but unless you are very experienced with your processes and connections and for example know exactly what to allow svchost.exe to connect to or which other processes to interact with, then stay well away from this suite because you may inadvertently block good traffic and processes and allow malicious traffic and processes to attack your PC.
Comodo and many users say that inexperienced users should simply use the default deny mode, which is true up to a point. But in my experience because the Comodo white list is not as comprehensive as Norton or Kaspersky, a user may find some legitimate software blocked or denied too many rights to run properly. An experienced user can deal with this, but an inexperienced one can completely mess things up and open up their system to attack.
On the good side, but for a fee of 50 per year, there is online support available to help set up and support any configuration or other PC problems, so if you can benefit pro this then Comodo is good for you.
Another common problem with Comodo is their very mixed level of quality. Often they release upgrades which are not adequately tested and then can cause major problems for some users, so be aware of this and use system restore before an upgrade.
In conclusion, Comodo is superb for some users, potentially far better than most other tools out there, but a potential disaster or just plain inappropriate for most other users, in my view.
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- Posted Sep 16, 2011 for v5.5
That's right, I said "soft-mare", because this software is a nightmare! It is, by far, one of the worst applications I have ever made the mistake of trying to use. Forget about the frequently-required restarts, forget about the ridiculously complicated and un-intuitive interface, forget about the maddeningly vague descriptions of most processes... forget about all that stuff, because the real coup de grce comes when you try to remove this unbelievable piece of bloatware from your computer! Forget about it! If you happen to use a third-party uninstaller (such as CCleaner) because you've long-ago stopped using the glacially-paced one included with Windows, you'll end up with a 'broken' uninstallation which will require you to, in the very best of circumstances, reinstall the exact version you're removing - just so you can uninstall it using its uninstall link in the start menu. That may work if you happened to save the old version of the install file. If not, you're pretty much screwed. Comodo makes a removal tool, but it is unreliable. No amount of intuitive registry combing, either by hand, or with a 3rd-party app will get rid of this beast. There is, however, a 17-part (with dozens of sub-parts) registry-editing project you can perform to supposedly remove all traces, if you happen to have several hours free...
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- Posted Dec 21, 2010 for v5.1.37755.1159
After problems with Avira (viruses on USB), Bitdefender (problem while game mode is turned on) and Kaspersky (computer slows down and than I see BSOD), I tried this package.
Anti-virus doesn't have many options, I have 6-7 false positives like some *.ddl file from Subtitle Workshop, Diskdigger... I have this for few weeks and HijackThis log is clean, Malwarebytes Anti-Malware haven't found anything yet, except one file that is quarantined by Comodo!!! This is first time for me to see that, maybe they have bad quarantine or... Scanning isn't too slow.
We all know that Firewall is very good, it has many options... And it's getting better, only for 1 application it asked me if I wanted to allow it to connect to Internet!
Defense+ is still boring but very important part and good part, it still haven't done anything for me but that might be changed in future.
I don't see Anti-Spyware but that isn't too bad thing.
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- Posted Jul 18, 2009 for v3.9.95478.509
I have been with Comodo Firewall for a long time, from some of the first versions, there was a slight downfall of the firewall but since 2.4 it's picked back up and become the top notch free firewall it was prior. A great interface, more security, more options, and once again, free. Runs great on my system, no conflicts, except when Rising states to uninstall it if you use their product but I feel Rising should work on this, not Comodo. An overall best firewall and once again, FREE. This will be my firewall of choice as long as it remains available. All I can say is, excellent!
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- Posted Sep 02, 2008 for v3.0.14.276
Zonelabs, Webroot, Outpost, and many others. Do not provide you what this one does, and it's free. UI looks very good, features are excellent, so easy a caveman can use it, and free is a very good price. Those of you, who uses Microsofts fire wall, This upgrade is for you. I have heard lots of problems about using Comodo with Avast. Well those are the two key programs I use, and I haven't had an ounce of problems. I'm XP and not Vista. The problems might arise in vista.
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- Posted Dec 08, 2007 for v3.0
This firewall package does it all when installed with the associated defense software (also included in the download); however, it comes with a fairly steep learning curve. This program has an auto-learning cycle, where it asks you a bunch of questions (over time) and you have to answer them correctly. So, if you are not technically inclined, I would just install the firewall (and skip the defense software). However, if you are looking for maximum protection, you must install the complete package. Once done (w/auto-learning completed), your PC will be fully protected against incoming intrusions and outgoing exploits (e.g. leaks). Of course, you must also have a good antivirus program installed as well. However, if you don't have one yet, my recommendation would be to download the free Avast AV software which I personally have been using for over two years without instance. Right now, I would stay away from the Comodo AV because it is still in Beta.
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- Posted Nov 24, 2007 for v3.0
Comodo Firewall Pro is the best firewall that I have found so far.
It has earned a "stealth" rating at Shields Up and has been easy to use.
It has an Application Monitor,Network Monitor,Component Monitor,and Application Behavior Analysis.
The early versions of Comodo were heavy on resource usage. Comodo listened to the complaints and made subsequent upgrades lighter on resources.Very responsive developers for freeware!
This is version 2.4.18.184.This firewall has always been rock solid with no conflicts of any kind.
Version 3.0 is in beta and sounds promising too.
I have tried LookNStop,Kerio,Bit Defender,Sygate,Zone Alarm,Filsec,and a few others and I would take Comodo over any of them!
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- Posted Jul 02, 2007 for v2.4
This firewall and I got off to a rough start. For the past 3 months (give or take) I have been trying to master this firewall by making my own custom rules for it, and when it wouldn't work, I would uninstall it. Well, I kept reinstalling because I know a good firewall when I see one, and eventually I got the hang of creating personalized rules for it, thanks to members of the comodo forum. Anyways, I have it set up the way I want it to be, and I have to say that now I am pleased with this firewall, and even more so now that it is taylored for my surfing habits.
This firewall really is an exceptional firewall, and it has more features than any other firewall I have ever tried. True, it has a huge learning curve, when it comes to creating custom rules, but patience and a little help from the good people at Comodo, that learning curve just gets smaller and smaller. Try it out for yourself, it works great right out off the box, and it's very secure too.
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- Posted Nov 21, 2006 for v2.3.4.45
Comodo Personal Firewall is the best firewall I have ever come across! It is free, it has an attractive interface, and it passes all known leaktests out of the box! Once installed you have a 30 day trial, after the trial is expired you are just asked to register on every boot, registering is fast, simple, and free! Fill out your name and e-mail address, and they send you your registration key immediately! Once registered CPF will never bother you again for registration! Even if you choose not to register for free (for whatever reason) the product is still fully functional. I highly recommend this firewall to everyone, this firewall beats Kerio, Norton, Sygate, Blackice, Ashampoo, and any other firewall I haven't listed!
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- Posted Sep 06, 2006 for v2.3.4.45
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