NetBarrier Changelog

What's new in NetBarrier X9 10.9

Jun 22, 2016
  • NetBarrier X9 is Intego's firewall program for Mac OS X. This version gives advanced users more control over the firewall and application rules of NetBarrier, while still providing novice users with a straightforward configuration for easy setup. This update also addresses a number of minor bugs and other issues.
  • Details:
  • Enhanced rule functionality
  • Ability to add IP addresses on port exceptions
  • Ability to remove applications from application rules
  • Ability to block both UDP and TCP protocols
  • Access to rules that define which programs can send and receive information to and from your Mac
  • Decide which programs can connect to a network, and which data they're forbidden from sending
  • Defines the network communications that your Mac will allow
  • Active application list identifies applications using bandwidth as well as incoming vs. outgoing bandwidth for each application
  • Automatic profile switching detects when the network connection changes and makes it easy to select a new profile
  • Easily blocks/allows connections for specific local devices
  • Easily configures primary network channels to/from the Internet and to/from the local network
  • Full-time application activity monitoring for anti-spyware measures
  • Helps identify rogue applications accessing the Internet to act as zombies, expose your confidential information, or act as backdoors into your computer
  • Automatic application activity notification whenever an application is trying to do something on the network (take simple actions to allow or deny the application to run or to interact with specific domains or local devices)

New in NetBarrier X8 10.8.1 (Apr 8, 2014)

  • Updated UI, revised firewall visualizations, additional exception rules.

New in NetBarrier X5 10.7.5 (Nov 8, 2013)

  • This update addresses a number of minor issues.

New in NetBarrier X5 10.5.8 (May 15, 2012)

  • This update addresses a number of minor issues.

New in NetBarrier X5 10.5.6 (Dec 10, 2009)

  • This update improves Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard compatibility and addresses a number of other minor issues.
  • This update is recommended for all NetBarrier X5 users.

New in NetBarrier X5 10.5.5 (Sep 24, 2009)

  • This update improves Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard compatibility and addresses a number of other minor issues.

New in NetBarrier X5 10.5.4 (Aug 26, 2009)

  • This update offers Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard compatibility and addresses a number of other minor issues.
  • This update is recommended for all NetBarrier X5 users.

New in NetBarrier X5 10.5.3 (Sep 30, 2008)

  • This update addresses some minor issues and improves overall stability. This update is recommended for all NetBarrier X5 users.

New in NetBarrier X5 10.5.2 (Mar 13, 2008)

  • This update addresses some minor issues and improves overall stability.

New in NetBarrier X5 10.5 (Jan 17, 2008)

  • Updated user interface
  • Configurations can be set for specific network settings or locations
  • Simple and advanced firewall modes
  • Multiple customized firewall modes can be defined
  • Networks can be defined by MAC address
  • Updated list of TCP/UDP Ports
  • New advanced options for intrusion protection
  • Ability to quickly add name, phone number, and e-mail address to the data filter
  • Improved ad banner filtering
  • Ability to store logs in the Apple system log facility
  • New helper application to clean or securely clean Internet files: cookies, caches, history and download history

New in NetBarrier 10.4.3 (Oct 4, 2007)

  • Compatible with Intel-based Macs
  • Updated user interface
  • Firewall rules can use time period schedules
  • Rules can be added quickly from the Services Library palette
  • Rules can be easily disabled and re-enabled
  • Individualized security policies for antivandal attacks
  • Antivandal attack sensitivity can be fine-tuned
  • Hosts can be switched from the Stop List to the Trusted Group
  • Reinforced spyware and Trojan horse protection
  • Applications can be filtered for network access by port
  • Traffic monitors offer more detailed monitoring
  • Detects available AirPort or WiFi networks
  • Intego widgets, including a Traffic Monitor widget
  • Updates via NetUpdate X4
  • User manual accessible from the Help menu