DefenseWall 3.17

"DefenseWall 3.17 beta is ready for your tests.

-www.softsphere.com/files/DefenseWall_Personal_Firewall_v3_17.exe-

This build solves some issues found in the previous version of DefenseWall."

One minor bug with correct version in tray icon reported. 32-bit only.

 

I've got a quick question regarding DefenseWall. I've convinced my Dad to buy a few copies when their Norton runs out, then I will couple it with a free AV. However, what is the licensing on it? I know it's lifetime but don't you lose updates and support after a year? That's what I've been telling them but I want to make sure.

 

See here -https://secure.payproglobal.com/orderpage.aspx?products=57775 for cost. It is good for at least one year and will continue to operate after, but you will have to pay for renewal to a new version after one year. Renewal price is at this link -https://secure.payproglobal.com/orderpage.aspx?products=58285. It also currently for 32-bit systems only (will not operate on 64-bit at this time). I find it to be the best security software that I have used and with great support from the developer.

 

I was hoping when I saw this thread it would finally support x64. If and when they released x64 version I will buy it immediately. I tried this program briefly on my old XP Pro desktop and I really loved it.

 

Still waiting for x64.... Ilya must be missing out on A LOT of money for not having his precious software supporting x64 which today dominates the market for new computers.

 

very true

 

totally agree. If he does get 64 bit it will be the hottest product on the market. I really hope so.

 

64-bit version of DefenseWall = money from me to Ilya.

 

Count me in too

 

I second that. Sandboxie has made a perfectly safe version for x64 and it's as safe as the 32-bit version. Why wouldn't DefenseWall be able to do exactly the same?

x64 version of DW = 3 bought licenses by me immidiately after release.

 

Does DW nag you with a popup to prolong the licence after a year, on every startup or has this altered?

 

After a year, it'll nag you. Whether renewing your license or not it's up to you, though.


Hth

 

Without "Experimental protection" is doesn't.

 

Right, but what's the plan? At some point there will be far more 64bit computers than 32bit, more so than now, and it won't really make sense to keep developing a 32bit-only project. So is it a matter of waiting for MS to implement some way to patch the kernel or are you just going to stick to banks running XP Pro?

 

Thanks for the info.
Updated to the latest beta, running smooth so far.

 

With "Experimental protection" it does.

 

Updated to the latest beta too, everything is ok so far. Looking forward to the 64bit version.

 

The difference between a 64bit and a 32bit would be dealing with application level v kernel level API calls (I assume) but wouldn't this still be fairly secure? I mean, I don't really know much about DefenseWall and how it's implemented.

 

The difference between x64 and x32 is about PatchGuard that do not allow to control certain functions safe way.

 

DefenseWall 3.17 final is out.

http://www.softsphere.com/

http://www.softsphere.com/news/

 

I'm sure if Ilya could figure out a way to run a 64bit version he would. If he feels that it can't be secure as we wants, then let it be. It might be one thing that is preventing it from being complete. I love the monday morning quarter back attitude. If it's so easy, start writing some code and finish it for him. I'm sure he's more than capable to find a solution. I'm also sure that he's working on that solution.

 

I'm curious how you know the x64 support in SBiE is "as safe" as the 32 bit version? A quick search of the SBiE FAQ and forum doesn't bring up any information about it, and according to someone else in this thread it's "experimental". To my mind "experimental" means "unproven".

 

Thanks LoneWolf. Downloaded and installed final version of 3.17 in case there were additional changes to beta version.

 

I think that's Ilya's point also. I happen to agree. Experimental is fine for a test or play machine, but I wouldn't use an "experimental" program on my business machines. Not even one from a competent developer like Mr. Tzur.

 

But whats "wrong" with experimental?

Hope you feel the warm breeze blowing towards you from a community longing for DW 64 bit.

Best Regards