Seems we discussed this before.
Matoustec is not a firewall test though is it?
Its a HIPS test if I recall.
Comodo is pretty good, although has a downside.
Its probably most horrible firewall ever if the user isn't knowledgeable in security.
What I mean is, Since it actually doesnt make any smart decisions on its own, it leaves it up to the user to decide on everything.
Rather than just prompt on unknowns, or possible threats.
This obviously has advantages, as it locks everything down and the only way in or out is via user permission.
But, if the user is not that informed, they will often make the wrong desicion blocking even legitamate apps. and then wondering why things arent working properly.
Many will disagree, I know. But my view is simply this:
A Firewall should not only be able stealth all ports, but know the difference between whats good and possibly bad.
It should smart enough to allow legitamate things such as Microsoft apps and other well know,trusted vendors through without bothering me.
As well as know the difference between malicious Activities, and when to ask about things that seem suspicious or should not be accessing the internet.
Not just throw every single action (legitamate & suspicious) on me, the user, to make the decision.
