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2. Internet security - Wikipedia

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   A computer firewall controls access to a single computer. A network firewall controls access to an entire network. A firewall is a security device — computer hardware or software — that filters traffic and blocks outsiders. It generally consists of gateways and filters. Firewalls can also screen network traffic and block traffic deemed ...

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   Protection of Sensitive Data: In the digital age, vast amounts of sensitive information, such as personal data, financial records and intellectual property, are stored electronically.

4. Using McAfee: Firewalls - AOL Help

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   To disable firewall protection: 1. On the Windows taskbar, next to the clock, double-click the McAfee (M) icon. Note: If you're using Windows 7 or 8 and don't see the McAfee icon next to the clock, click the arrow next to the clock to reveal hidden icons. 2. In the McAfee SecurityCenter window, click Web and Email Protection. 3. Click Firewall:On.

5. Browse Security Solutions for Online Safety | AOL

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   Enhanced security to help protect you from hackers and identity thieves. Use a VPN to get better protection when you’re online, keep your browsing history private and encrypt your device’s ...

6. Personal firewall - Wikipedia

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   Firewalls help protecting internal network from hackers, However firewall do have some limitations. If the system has been compromised by malware, spyware or similar software, these programs can also manipulate the firewall, because both are running on the same system. It may be possible to bypass or even completely shut down software firewalls ...

7. Network security - Wikipedia

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   Once authenticated, a firewall enforces access policies such as what services are allowed to be accessed by the network users. [ 2 ] [ 3 ] Though effective to prevent unauthorized access, this component may fail to check potentially harmful content such as computer worms or Trojans being transmitted over the network.