Hi, I have a problem with my startup programs, in that, my "always on" internet connection comes up before my firewall. I have tried to create a new connection using my username and password, so I have to click a shortcut to get online, but it wont connect, there is always an error. I was hoping there was some way to open and shutdown the connection without using the disable/enable/repair COMMANDS. I dont actually want my broadband always on, but since it is connected to the wireless router (tiscali) by a cable, I dont know how ELSE to do this. I would like to be able to connect/disconnect from my desktop and have the broadband connect from there, not the startup.
And yes, I am a Networkphobe, its never made that much sense to me  )
"Any" help is going to be greatly appreciated.   ./.Since you have a router (I assume, secured router), you have nothing to worry about. A router works a s hardware firewall (even better, than software ONE).Good point Broni, but alas it is not secured. It is in fact a combined Broadband/TV/Telephone router from Tiscali.
If there is no solution to this, I may well look into buying a secure box instead.
I hadn't thought of that idea, so thanks.  How do you know, it's not secured. Every router should provide firewall protection. Check the manual, or on-line settings.Hi Broni..........you're right, it is firewalled and not just the wireless side as I thought. (took a while to find that one out !)
(For anyones eyes, its a Thompson wireless router TG585v7)
http://www.thomson.net/GlobalEnglish/Products/dsl-modems-gateways/residential_wireless/thomson_tg585v7/Pages/default.aspx
So I feel a lot more secure in that knowledge, but I would still like to have the wired connection dead on bootup, rather that instantly connected, so my kids cant do anything stupid when they turn it on. (I also don't like being a GHOST bandwidth eater.)

But thanks for your help anyways, although I don't see a solution to this, APART from getting other hardware.

CheersIf it has an on/off switch...simply turn the router off when you're not using it.Yep Saviour, you would be master of the bl**ding obvious.

The router is downstairs, the computer up in the attic and my legs would buckle under the strain.....................Time to draw this post to a close, thanks for your help Broni 

Byeeeeeee.........You're welcome