Firewall
We can easily said that firewall is a program which is prevents unauthorized access to or from a private network. Firewalls are
tools that can be used to enhance the security of computers connected
to a network, such as LAN or the Internet. They are an integral part of a
comprehensive security framework for your network.
What firewall do?
What firewall do?
- Defend resources
- Validate access
- Manage and control network traffic
- Record and report on events
- Act as an intermediary
A Personal firewall is important when
- You surf the Internet at home using an 'always on' broadband connection
- You connect to the Internet via a public WiFi network in a park, cafe or airport
- You run a home network which needs to be kept isolated from the Internet
- You wish to be kept informed when any program on your computer attempts to connect to the Internet
- Most Personal Firewalls are highly configurable so you can easily create security policies to suit your individual needs.
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