Guarddog AlternativesFirewalls and other similar apps like Guarddog

Guarddog is described as 'Firewall configuration utility for Linux systems. Guarddog is aimed at two groups of users. Novice to intermediate users who are not experts in TCP/IP networking and security, and those users who don't want the hastle of dealing with cryptic shell scripts and' and is a Firewall in the security & privacy category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Guarddog for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Android, iPhone and KDE Plasma apps. The best Guarddog alternative is TinyWall, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Guarddog are OpenSnitch, Gufw, ZoneAlarm Firewall and Karma Firewall.

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  1. TinyWall icon
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    TinyWall is a free software to harden and control the advanced firewall built into Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8. TinyWall includes a combination of features that sets it apart from both commercial and freeware firewalls: TinyWall does not annoy you with popups at all...

    32 TinyWall alternatives

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    • Windows
     
  2. Gufw icon
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    Gufw is an easy, intuitive way to manage your Linux firewall. It supports common tasks such as allowing or blocking pre-configured, common p2p, or individual ports port(s), and many others! Gufw is powered by Uncomplicated Firewall (ufw).

    36 Gufw alternatives

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    • Linux
    • Python
     
  3. Provides two-way firewall protection by blocking unauthorized network access, detecting intrusions, hiding devices from threats, stopping viruses, spyware, and data theft, offering real-time alerts, customizable rules, and simple setup with light system impact.

    39 ZoneAlarm Firewall alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
     
  4. Karma Firewall app lets you take control back of your phone and block internet traffic to and from specific apps. This is a simple yet powerful firewall with an easy to use intuitive GUI which allows you to protect your sensitive data.

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    • Android
    • F-Droid
     
  5. PC Tools Firewall Plus is a powerful free personal firewall for Windows® that protects your computer by preventing unauthorized users from gaining access to your computer through the Internet or a network.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Windows
     
  6. Firestarter icon
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    Firestarter is an Open Source visual firewall program. The software aims to combine ease of use with powerful features, therefore serving both Linux desktop users and system administrators.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Linux
     
  7. Filseclab Personal Firewall Professional Edition is one of the most important software of Filseclab, it is very easy to use and also very powerful. It can provide more secure protection for your PC, and it is FREE.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Windows
     
  8. Sygate Personal Firewall is a bit old but good firewall for Windows. It uses very small amount of system resources and is quite robust.

    The project is now abandoned because Symantec Corporation, on October 10, 2005, acquired Sygate Technologies, so Sygate Personal Firewall ha.

    15 Sygate Personal Firewall alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Windows
     
  9. FortKnox Firewall is personal firewall solution that allows you to protect a PC against hacker attacks, trojans, spyware and internet threats. It has built-in Intrusion Prevention System and SPI technologies for extended user protection.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  10. Wallix Pro Firewall prevents intruders from accessing your computer and that’s the main objective for a computer firewall. It automatically detects and blocks attacks through a comprehensive examination of all inbound and outbound information to your computer.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  11. Armor2net personal firewall software stops hackers, data thieves, and protects your PC from Internet-borne threats. Armor2net firewall can meet your requirements for Internet security and Internet privacy.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Windows
     
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