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I guess but most individuals who try to hack a computer are doing so either because they are bored, want to steal something on your computer, or are trying to use your computer as a zombie computer to carry out some other attack.
Even if they are bored they probably wouldnt waste their time with a PPC since many more people are connecting to the internet via desktops/laptops and would be easier for them to tap into those machines than a PPC.
Second, unless you work for the FBI, CIA, or have some crucial information related to domestic homeland security, I dont think the average person is going to want to tap into your machine for Aunt Sally's home phone number. Yes, people do store their PINs and stuff on their machines, but someone would probably want to know that you actually have that stuff on your PPC before than attempt to hack it. Since most people dont have PPCs, compared to those who use desktops/laptops, it again becomes an issue of wasting time.
Lastly, as far as a PPC being taken over by a Trojan for use in a zombie attack, the PPC processing power is so limited (a 624mhz PPC CPU IS NOT the same as a desktop running at the same speed) that it doesnt make sense for it to be used in a zombie attack.
I hope you dont think I'm not trivializing the matter. Eventually the issue of PPC security (virus and firewall) will increase and become more important. However, i dont forsee it becoming an issue until PPC devices become more powerful and more readily used by the public. Right now there is limited to no risk of a PPC virus (though a trojan was recently introduced to smartphones...doesnt infect other Win mobile devices though). Plus, viral removal is fairly easy, a hard reset will take care of it. Just be sure to back up your information regularly.
Back to your original post...I wasnt aware of any compatibility issues with the Airscanner Firewall and x30...what specifically is the problem out of curiosity?
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