Frankly, unless a Windows 95, 98 or ME box is severely misconfigured with a share or an outdated UPNP patch, the box can't be hacked into unless you run some server software or a virus/trojan/parasite is installed. This hasn't been true with Windows NT, 2000, XP or 2003.
The problem is that with Windows 9x/ME boxes, you have to proceed with care in that you are running a memory limited OS (read the Memory Article at http://www.aumha.org/articles.htm) that may become less stable as you add firewalls and pop-up stoppers.
Another problem is the 2004 version of the product you have noted is getting less than glowing user reviews. The last I read was some over 80% plus were less than happy with this product.
What to do is YOUR CHOICE. I would install a current antivirus since thousands of "bad people" are writing nasty software all the time. I would also make a pass with the Anti-Parasite Suite I note at http://reviews.cnet.com/5208-6132-0.html?forumID=32&threadID=1313&start=0
It's also my choice to forgo Java, disable Javasript and use almost any other browser (I'll give Mozilla a nod here.)
Best of luck,
Bob
I am using a personal comp with no firewall, etc. A friend told me I should install something like the Norton Systemware (about 4 different things) to keep my e-mail and system safe. I don't pay bills online, or purchase very many things. I use it to check my bank to see if a deposit has been made, and to check my investments for my retirement money. My system is Win98SE, HP Pavillion, and I have about 6 GB left on my hard drive (started with 10). Any suggestions as to what I should do? Thanks guys, Tom....

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