Safe Computing
Using Windows XP Built in Firewall
Note: Requires to have at least service pack 2
installed. Refer to Windows Update info
page for information to make sure your current system is up to date.
- Click on "Start" → "Control Panel" → "Security Center"
- Select "Windows Firewall"
- Select "On Recommend"
Firewalls in Plain English
If you've never used a firewall before, we recommend reading firewalls in plainspeak, a quick, easy to follow introduction to firewalls. Running a firewall is part of safe computing's best practices and is highly recommended for any computer, but especially for computers running the Windows operating system.
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Last updated: 9/19/07