This kind of belongs in a combination Roll Call/ Newbie Questions/ Firewall forum...

So, firts things first (stands) Hi, I'm groovicus, and I'm an addict (sits back down) :D

Now to the topic at hand. I have a firewall installed, have it configured properly, and have windows configured properly.

Now, upon running any of the various leak tests, it always fails. I understand how it works (after investigating the source code of a few of these). What I don't understand exactly are the practical implications of failing the test.

What I do understand:
- The test is somewhat contrived. You have to give the hijacked process permission to access the internet.

What I assume:
-I really don't need to worry about it too much as long as all the computers on my network are safe. The only way I can see it hurting me is if I get infected by a computer on my network, and the worm/virus getting to my computer.

I have done lengthy searches (including here), but have not found anything that will validate my assumptions.

Thanks...