Originally posted here by n01100110
I wouldn't worry about it really , because when you get a router a few services are opened by default... I was worried at first when i got mine.. But the NAT on the router should keep your machines safe but that doesn't mean security goes out the window... Just keep up to date with the latest patches and security holes and you should be ok...
I'm running windows98 with all critical updates. The router is a linksys befsr41 v2. I'm concerned because I like to buy things online and obviously dont want my information stolen. Is there anything else I could do to protect myself?