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A Simple Guide to Firewalls, content inside : Why a Firewall—Am I Really at Risk ? There are experts who say, “If you are
connected to the Internet, you need a firewall.” The decision may not be more complicated than that. However, you’ll probably consider a combination of factors. Do I Have Anything Worth Protecting? Be sure to consider: Confidential client, supplier, or
employee information that might expose you to a lawsuit if you allow someone else to capture it. Intellectual property that gives you
a competitive edge in the market. Critical business records that would have to be recovered and/or recreated. Aren’t My Valuables Already Adequately Protected? The truth is that if you have valuable electronic property, it may not be as safe as you would like to think it is. You can do a lot to protect your system if you: Back up your information every night, Set up unshared folders behind
tough passwords and password rules, Use your access router or browser to filter incoming traffic from all but trusted sites, What Is a Firewall? A firewall is a system that enforces an access control policy between two networks—such as your private LAN and the unsafe, public Internet. The firewall determines which inside services can be accessed from the outside, and vice versa. Basic Purpose of a Firewall. Firewalls come in all shapes, sizes, and prices. Choosing the correct one depends mainly on your business
requirements and the size of your network. This section discusses the different types of firewall technologies and formats available. Application-Level Proxy Server. Additional Firewall Features and Functionality. Demilitarized Zone Firewalls.
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