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I found this about using GAMES on TinyWall article - TinyWall: The best thing since sliced bread? » Daves Computer Tips
(It's at the bottom of the article in comments)
Jason Clement....July 12,2012
"...I opened multiple browsers, ftp, vpn, online games, and even did a pathping from the command prompt for good measure.. Sometimes I would need to open an application twice before it started working in Learning Mode. And after a while, it just stopped letting new applications connect.
But the fault was mine. I fell prey to the old notion of “setting up the firewall” and trying to do everything. The author designed this firewall to work “as-you-go”. Don’t try to do too much at once. When there is an client application you know you’ll want opened, put Tiny Wall into Learning Mode, do your thing, and set it back. Rinse and repeat for your other crucial client applications. The same goes if you get into white listing by any of the methods available. Remember, it’s a Firewall. It’s designed to block connections and protect your system. If you’re client app isn’t connecting, well, that’s the firewall doing its job. Use the Learning Mode for a few minute and you’ll be fine. Play it casual with Tiny Wall, and it will play nice with you.
It is also a good idea to read the author’s entire FAQ. It’s short and to the point. Though, as a tech, I would answer yes to wanting to know how much memory it is actually using. Task Manager may be simple, but that’s what Sysinternal tools are for.
So, yeah, I’m a fan of TinyWall. Don’t get me wrong, there’s nothing wrong with using commercial firewalls. If you’ve paid for yours, and it’s setup and working for you – great. But if you want something light weight, easy to use, yet still robust, TinyWall should be on your short list.
And yes, it’s free. But that man and this app deserve every donation he gets. Thanks for TinyWall, Karoly. And the writeup is very well done Jim..."
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