The firewall (firewall) built into Windows 7 lets you prevent users or unauthorized software (such as worms) from accessing your computer from a network or the Internet.
Note that protection by a firewall should complement antivirus software. If you do not have one yet installed, you can download free Avast or AntiVir from our repository. They are good free antivirus that will protect you effectively.
By default, the firewall in Windows 7 is activated. Nevertheless, some adjustments may be necessary to ensure maximum safety, depending on where you connect to the Internet at home, at work, in a public place ...
Finally, note that an advanced version of the firewall gives you more precise adjustments to the software accessible from the Internet, but also on those who try to connect from your computer to the Internet. Accessible to power users, this advanced version will be another folder.
Access to the firewall in Windows 7:
An interface allows you to configure the firewall in Windows 7 and display its status. Here's how to access them.
- Click the Start button and click Control Panel.
- Select System and click Security.
- Then click Windows Firewall.
- The new interface shows the status of the firewall network by network. For each network, the settings can be different.
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