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CurrPorts With the analysis tool CurrPorts from NirSoft, you can display all occupied ports for TCP/IP and UDP on your computer. The tool lists each process with open ports and extensive information such as local and external addresses of a program connected to the internet or a network. If desired, the tool creates a clear TXT, HTML or XML document from this. Even after so many years and updates, CurrPorts is still compatible with Windows XP, like most programs from NirSoft portable and of course free of charge. All further information can be found on the CurrPorts homepage. Quotation from their homepage: Homepage: https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/cports.html Version number: 2.77 Date of release: 13.12.2023 System requirements: Windows NT Windows 2000 Windows XP Windows Server 2003 Windows Server 2008 Windows Vista Windows 7 Windows 8 Windows 10 Version history: The complete version history can be found here: https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/cports.html Review: https://www.ghacks.net/2019/08/02/blast-from-the-past-nirsofts-currports/ Download links: 32-Bit version: https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/cports.zip 64-Bit version: https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/cports-x64.zip CurrPorts is also available in other languages which can be downloaded from their homepage. Screenshots: And here is a screenshot when opening MSFN website with New Moon 28: I love all the tools from NirSoft. CurrPorts is one of them. Knowing exactly which program uses which port and connects to where is very important and can play a crucial role in terms of system security. In my opinion, you simply have to have this program, especially just in case. Cheers, AstroSkipper
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I'm glad you don't always agree with me. Otherwise that would also be a little strange and not at all desirable. I prefer people with a genuine, but also well-founded opinion.
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Well, I don't know how that happened either. I used to be one of the youngest, and suddenly I'm one of the oldest. In any case, you have my deepest understanding for that fatal condition.
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Thank you for your kind words! TBH, I don't believe to be always objective. I am a human individual and primarily shaped by my own subjective experiences. And because of my advanced age, I inevitably made a lot of them. I try to maintain a certain objectivity, but as long as it is not scientific in nature, I am bound to fail. What do you exactly mean with some sort of diagnosis?
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What else did you expect starting such a thread in a non-technical subforum? Everything that is possible is posted here. This thread in this non-technical subforum has absolutely nothing to do with Legacy Windows. This is where especially all the social media and lollipop posters get attracted at their finest and nothing else. IMHO, this has nothing to do with the original idea of MSFN. Spoken for me only, I am in general technically interested when surfing MSFN. That's why you find me here very rarely. And that's why I became a member of the MSFN Forum in 2010.
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I know Comodo Firewall quite well as I used it in the past. A lot of information about Comodo was already collected by me including links and versions. A good source is among others the Comodo Forum.
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Look 'n' Stop Firewall Look 'n' Stop Firewall is a rule-based firewall that can control both outgoing and incoming traffic. It has a standard set and an enhanced set of predefined rules. Rules can be imported, exported or newly created. Look 'n' Stop Firewall also keeps a detailed log that provides the user with information about all the filtered packets. There are two ways in which the firewall can be operated: in standard mode, once the user decides to restrict access to an application, he/she will not be asked again. The choice remains so until the user manually grant access to it. If Look 'n' Stop Firewall is run in advanced mode, the user is given two extra choices: he/she can grant or restrict access just one time or until restarting Windows. This firewall is a powerful tool and of course compatible with Windows XP. A special mention should be made of the extremely low resource consumption and processor load. The last version 2.07 even supports IPv6. All functions are described on the homepage. Features: http://web.archive.org/web/20190420082753/http://www.looknstop.com/En/looknstop.htm Homepage: http://web.archive.org/web/20190420105129/http://www.looknstop.com/En/index2.htm Version number: 2.07 Date of release: 17.10.2009 Release notes: System requirements: Windows 7 (32 and 64 bits) Windows Vista (32 and 64 bits) Windows XP (32 and 64 bits) Windows 2000 Windows serveur 2003 Windows Millenium and 98 Review: https://www.brighthub.com/computing/smb-security/reviews/36598/ Download link: http://web.archive.org/web/20190422035302/http://www.looknstop.com/En/download.htm Rules: Free rules from the developer: http://web.archive.org/web/20190511002235/http://www.looknstop.com/En/rules/rules.htm Additionally, there was a commercial ruleset called Phant0m``s Look 'n' Stop Ruleset Deluxe v1 Build 010 Rev3: http://web.archive.org/web/20160410170152if_/http://www.queenscountypctech.ca:80/Phant0m/downloads/file.php?get=Phant0m_Looknstop_Ruleset_Deluxe.zip Screenshots: I list Look 'n' Stop Firewall here because it is a good firewall for Windows XP. The program can be tested for 30 days. Then, however, a licence code must be entered, which unfortunately can no longer be purchased. Same applies to the Phant0m``s Look 'n' Stop Ruleset Deluxe. So this firewall is interesting for those who have already bought, won, inherited or otherwise obtained a licence years ago, such as yours truly. I have used this firewall for a long time, and it served me well. Cheers, AstroSkipper
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I forget to mention that using the default profile settings means to have always two profile folders in case of Serpent, New Moon, bnavigator and Iceape-UXP. If you create own profiles without relative paths in another location, you will have only one profile folder for each of these browsers. That's what I usually do.
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If you didn't change the default settings in the past, then the following list shows all locations of profile folders in Windows XP: Serpent 52: c:\Documents and Settings\$USER$\Application Data\Moonchild Productions\Basilisk\Profiles\ c:\Documents and Settings\$USER$\Local Settings\Application Data\Moonchild Productions\Basilisk\Profiles\ Serpent 55: c:\Documents and Settings\$USER$\Application Data\Moonchild\Basilisk\Profiles\ c:\Documents and Settings\$USER$\Local Settings\Application Data\Moonchild\Basilisk\Profiles\ New Moon 28: c:\Documents and Settings\$USER$\Application Data\\Moonchild Productions\Pale Moon\Profiles\ c:\Documents and Settings\$USER$\Local Settings\Application Data\\Moonchild Productions\Pale Moon\Profiles\ bnavigator: c:\Documents and Settings\$USER$\Application Data\Binary Outcast\Borealis\Profiles\ c:\Documents and Settings\$USER$\Local Settings\Application Data\Binary Outcast\Borealis\Profiles\ Iceape-UXP: c:\Documents and Settings\$USER$\Application Data\\Hyperbola\Iceape-UXP\Profiles\ c:\Documents and Settings\$USER$\Local Settings\Application Data\\Hyperbola\Iceape-UXP\Profiles\ K-Meleon 76.4.7-Goanna: Profile is located in the program folder (portable!). Cheers, AstroSkipper
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In the meantime, I tried this legacy, bootstrapped version of Tab Mix Plus. But there are issues when I install the legacy extension loaders in Mypal 68.13.0. When using UserChromeJS, Tab Mix Plus can't be installed even if I change the minversion of Tab Mix Plus v1.0.0-pre.15 from 78 to 68. When using bootstrapLoader.xpi, I am able to install Tab Mix Plus v1.0.0-pre.15, but after restarting the browser, all installed extensions disappear in the Add-ons Manager. Therefore, no settings of the installed extensions via the Add-ons Manager are possible anymore although the extensions are still installed and seem to be working in Mypal. I think both legacy extension loaders are not really compatible with Mypal 68.13.0 at the moment. Mypal 68 is based on Firefox but also different and still in development. Especially everything related to extensions is still incomplete. All tests have been done under the following conditions: A clean, new installation of the second pre-release of Mypal 68.13.0. A clean, new profile without any other extensions installed. Mypal has been configured to be working in single-process mode. Cheers, AstroSkipper
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In the meantime, I tried this legacy, bootstrapped version of Tab Mix Plus. But there are issues when I install the legacy extension loaders in Mypal 68.13.0. When using UserChromeJS, Tab Mix Plus can't be installed even if I change the minversion of Tab Mix Plus v1.0.0-pre.15 from 78 to 68. When using bootstrapLoader.xpi, I am able to install Tab Mix Plus v1.0.0-pre.15, but after restarting the browser, all installed extensions disappear in the Add-ons Manager. Therefore, no settings of the installed extensions via the Add-ons Manager are possible anymore although the extensions are still installed and seem to be working in Mypal. I think both legacy extension loaders are not really compatible with Mypal 68.13.0 at the moment. Mypal 68 is based on Firefox but also different and still in development. Especially everything related to extensions is still incomplete.
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In Germany, we call it "Armutszeugnis". Translated literally into English: "testimony of poverty" which means sloppiness, inability or incompetence. Edit: Sometimes literal translations can lead to misunderstandings. Therefore, I have found a better translation for "Armutszeugnis" and thus replaced "testimony of poverty" with "sign of inadequacy". And all of this, of course, only for our guardian of words @jaclaz! Whereby I would actually rather have content-related, topic-related statements than linguistic, philosophical or political marginal notes! Anyway, I have amended my original post accordingly. AstroSkipper
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In my opinion, Comodo Antivirus is not really an option for Windows XP. If a company places a web page about an antivirus program for Windows XP on the net, but then provides a download link for a version that is no longer XP-compatible, then that It is a sign of inadequacy. Comodo stands for disinformation, their websites are badly maintained and rather misleading. Actually, Comodo should rather be avoided. Here is this ominous "Windows XP" website: https://antivirus.comodo.com/security/windows-xp-free-antivirus.php. The download link on this page https://antivirus.comodo.com/download/thank-you.php?prod=cloud-antivirus&from=cav_installer&track=16703&af=16703 is redirected to this link https://cdn.download.comodo.com/cis/download/installs/8060/standalone/cispro_installer.exe, which ultimately downloads the offline installer of the non XP-compatible version 12.2.4.8032. As a Windows XP user, you feel totally fooled. And in the past, the Comodo websites were no better. Not to mention the program itself. Nevertheless, I will also deal with Comodo Antivirus here in due course, but more for the sake of completeness.
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FYI, the new pre-release of Mypal 68.13.0 has also a new default user agent: Mozilla/5.0 (Windows NT 5.1; rv:78.0) Gecko/20100101 Firefox/78.0 Mypal/68.13.0. I guess that from now on you can also try extensions whose minversion is 78.0. Of course, these extensions have to be edited regarding the minversion in the file manifest.json. Since this has already worked for uBlock Origin 1.49.2 as I have shown in previous posts, I am hopeful that this will also work for others. Cheers, AstroSkipper
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Ultra Virus Killer Ultra Virus Killer is a comprehensive tool for removing viruses and adware. It also offers some functions to maintain your system and protect it from dangerous changes in the registry. Most UVK features are free, but some require a user license. They have recently stopped supporting Windows XP. The last XP-compatible version is 11.9.8.0. Ultra Virus Killer is available in an installable and a portable version. Main features: System Booster Smart Uninstaller Quick User Manager System Immunization System Repair Threat Scanner All features are explained on UVK's homepage in detail. Homepage: https://www.carifred.com/uvk/ Version number: 11.9.8.0 Date of release: 29.03.2023 Release notes: System requirements: Windows XP 32/64 bit Windows Vista 32/64 bit Windows 7 32/64 bit Windows 8 32/64 bit Windows 10 32/64 bit Windows 11 Review: https://www.techfortechs.co.uk/uvk10 Download links: https://www.carifred.com/uvk/UVKInstaller_xp.exe https://www.carifred.com/uvk/UVKPortable_xp.exe https://www.carifred.com/uvk/UVK_xp.zip Screenshots: Video tutorial (by the author): I already presented here Ultra Adware Killer. This tool is part of Ultra Virus Killer. All in all, I think Ultra Virus Killer is an interesting collection of tools and can be helpful if problems occur in Windows XP. Greetings, AstroSkipper
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My Browser Builds (Part 4)
AstroSkipper replied to roytam1's topic in Browsers working on Older NT-Family OSes
@Egorkaru Your issue is very special, and a solution does not necessarily benefit the general public. Moreover, the tone makes the music. Your error spam here is rather impolite and counterproductive. One polite request is always enough. -
It was so many years ago that I almost can't remember. I was looking for a decent firewall that met my needs and really monitored all connections. I had tried many, and the firewall from Sphinx convinced me completely.
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They had different names in the past, for example Vista Firewall Control and Windows 7 Firewall Control. The first part Windows 10 shows the OS which was current when releasing the firewall, and the suffix XP that this version is still XP-compatible. New Windows OS, new name (but they are still compatible to older OSs). For me, it doesn't matter. Important is the product and not its name, though. And the last version for Windows XP is simply great.
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In my Windows XP system, I changed a lot the last years but one thing will stay forever: Windows 10 Firewall Control Plus XP. I tried many different firewalls but this one is definitely unbeatable. I like to have full control about all network and internet connections in both directions, incoming and outgoing. Even in terms of the system core applications. All new applications the firwall is not aware of will be blocked by default (can also be set differently). Cheers, AstroSkipper
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If you read my article about Windows 10 Firewall Control XP carefully, you'll notice that I've already mentioned it. FYI, the main difference between free and paid version is all Windows system services and programs (System Core Applications) can be controlled only in the Plus (paid) version. All other programs and application services can be managed in the free version, of course. In my article, you will find a picture with a comparison of all editions under the section Features.
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No, you are wrong, unfortunately. You can leave the native Windows XP firewall enabled, but Windows 10 Firewall Control (Plus) XP is a standalone. All data traffic, both incoming and outgoing, is perfectly controlled. You can define your own zones and rules. Many zones and rules are already pre-defined. You have full control at all times and can see exactly which program wants to connect, only if you allow it, of course, and again, in both directions. I use it for many years, and Windows 10 Firewall Control Plus XP never failed.
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uBlock Origin can now be updated to the version 1.49.2! I changed the minversion in the file manifest.json of uBlock Origin 1.49.2 from 79.0 to 68.0. Doing so it can be installed in the new pre-release of Mypal 68.13.0. Here are two screenshots: As you can see, I already tested uBlock Origin 1.49.2, and it seems to be working properly in the new pre-release of Mypal 68.13.0. The filter lists have been updated flawlessly, and I can't notice any problems. Cheers, AstroSkipper
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May be you know why even not 78 but 79 I have overrided minstrictversion to 79 for the fun, and latest ublock 49.2 seems works fine Very good idea! I will also test uBlock Origin 1.49.2 in my installation. If it really works without compatibility problems, that would be a sensation. @feodor2 I tried this method but only changing Services.vc.compare(version, minversion) to Services.vc.compare(79, minversion) didn't work for me. uBlock Origin 1.49.2 couldn't be installed that way. I tried another approach. I changed the minversion in the file manifest.json of uBlock Origin 1.49.2 from 79.0 to 68.0, and doing so it can be installed in your new pre-release of Mypal 68.13.0. Here is a screenshot: I tested uBlock Origin 1.49.2, and it seems to be working properly in your latest Mypal 68.13.0. Cheers, AstroSkipper
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My Browser Builds (Part 4)
AstroSkipper replied to roytam1's topic in Browsers working on Older NT-Family OSes
With the more recent versions of New Moon 28 (for example the latest from 2023-05-12), Rapidgator doesn't work for me. The problem is the captcha. Here is a screenshot when I use the same useragent like you: :