Difference between revisions of "Personal Firewall"
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A '''firewall''' is a [[computer program]] that protects your [[computer]] from [[unauthorized network access]]. They can be useful in protecting against [[viruses]]. | A '''firewall''' is a [[computer program]] that protects your [[computer]] from [[unauthorized network access]]. They can be useful in protecting against [[viruses]]. | ||
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| + | Because [[Windows XP]] and [[Mac OS X]] come with built-in firewalls, most users do not need to purchase a [[third-party]] firewall. However, there are many options available which may or may not provide additional protection. | ||
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Revision as of 08:31, 2 October 2006
A firewall is a computer program that protects your computer from unauthorized network access. They can be useful in protecting against viruses.
Because Windows XP and Mac OS X come with built-in firewalls, most users do not need to purchase a third-party firewall. However, there are many options available which may or may not provide additional protection.