Do I really need a software firewall?

I am behind a router with a firewall configured to block any ping rate of the network and none of my ports are open (Shields Up test) I have an antivirus (avast!) So is there really any point in a firewall software?

No, no. Since you're already behind a router firewall, no need for a software firewall. Windows XP (and beyond) already has a basic software firewall.

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