text: using ie to block cookies and file downloads....? using ie to block cookies and file downloads will work for individuals and small businesses. name any 2 methods by which large companies can filter or block content. using ie to defend against cookies is like asking howard stern to write a childrens novel!! it just doesnt work!!  seriously, you need more than a cookie blocker.  its the spyware and hacker code you need to be more concerned about.    this software is the best in its class, specifically designed by the check point folks for large businesses.  check point is the enterprise arm of zonelabs inc (they make the best consumer based firewall in my opinion).  http://www.checkpoint.com/products/enterprise/integrity.html  good luck!