Why won't windows firewall turn on?

Question

I installed windows sp2 through the microsoft update site.  The windows firewall won't turn on.  I get a message that says 'Network administrator is using group policy to control settings'   Apparently, when I set up xp home edition it automatically treats my one, stand alone pc as part of a network.  Can this setting be changed?   Should I dump windows firewall as useless and try something else?   Please help!

IT Dummy22 · Answer

usually norton/mcaffe/sophos will dissallow access to turn windows firewall on. besides windows firewall is very rubbish, doesnt protect you from anything... firewall burney....

IT Dummy22 · Answer

i am sorry then i have no more ideas....

kdkleck · Answer

That would make sense because I just uninstalled norton antivirus and firewall programs.  Any way to check my security settings to re-enable ability to turn on other firewalls?  Sorry to be a nuisance...

kdkleck · Answer

Thanks anyway.  I appreciate your replies.

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