Firewall

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Firewall description

The firewall is a special kind of a system,created to protect the user from unauthorized access into or from his private network.It's like a magnetic field that is implemented in both hardware and software.It's main functions are to protect the user by checking all the messages that go through that firewall and destroy those messages that do not meat the designed criteria.

Firewalls can be implemented in both hardware and software,most of them are into software,but the best combination of course is when it is in both hardware and software together.

The Firewall is also inside the broadband network of a router.Also it provides limited access to the private network via protected certificates and logins. It is made to protect your computer from outside attacks.By installing it onto your computer you are provided with exceptional access to firewall's functions,thus making it possible to set different options and making it easier to control.

Firewalls are a good protector while playing or surfing the internet.Using your internal internet codes it can provide a very good defense against spyware files.Combined together with the internet protection of an antivirus,the user is well protected from any intruders.

The newest generation of firewalls that come as packages and installed on several computers are bringing new and improved internet traffic filters,which makes it easier for the firewall to destroy unwanted spyware from various of sites,mails and social networks.