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Guide to Windows Firewall

Windows Firewall

The Windows built-in firewall has been available since the time of Windows XP. Since then the Windows integrated firewall has been significantly improved and is now included in Windows Vista and Windows 7 protecting both, inbound as well as outbound connections applying various rules.

Users of Windows 7 find the Windows firewall in Control Panel / System and Security, whereas users of Windows Vista find the firewall in Windows Security Center. Clicking on Advanced Settings reveals the full capabilities of the built-in firewall.

The firewall should really be turned on in most cases - it configures itself automatically. Should you want to make configuration changes, or if you are just interested in looking under the hood of the Windows firewall, then we strongly recommend reading our expert’s articles you find below.

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 Part 2: Do You Need a Third-Party Firewall with Windows 7?

In second part of this series, we will discuss whether a third party firewall is needed instead of using the built-in firewall in Windows 7...
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    		 Turn Off Windows Firewall with Regedit

    It is relatively simple to utilize the power of the Windows System Registry and disable the Windows Firewall following these clear steps....
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    		 Part 1: An Overview of Windows 7 Firewall

    In this series of articles, learn about the Windows Firewall in Windows 7. Skip to parts 2 and 3 if you need third party firewall in Windows 7, or want to create firewall rules on the new operating system...
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    		 Part 2: Do You Need a Third-Party Firewall with Windows 7?

    In second part of this series, we will discuss whether a third party firewall is needed instead of using the built-in firewall in Windows 7...
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    		 How to Create Windows 7 Firewall Rules

    In this article, we take a look at how to set Windows 7 firewall rules and create your own rules for greater security. Learn how you can apply rules for inbound and outbound traffic, and see how you can...
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    		 Windows Firewall: Is It Good Enough?

    Some people prefer to use a third party firewall instead of the built-in Windows Firewall in Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7. I would personally never rely on Windows Firewall alone. Find out why and what...
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Help! How to Turn on Your Windows Firewall

Are you unable to turn on Windows firewall? Find out how to access the Windows Firewall in this simple guide....

 Turn Off Windows Firewall with Regedit

It is relatively simple to utilize the power of the Windows System Registry and disable the Windows Firewall following these clear steps....