How to Setup Windows Firewall

Windows Firewall is a built-in security feature in Microsoft Windows operating systems. It monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predefined security rules.

Windows Firewall is often the first line of defense against unauthorised access and malicious threats for Windows users.

Therefore, configuring it correctly is essential to safeguarding your system and data. In this guide, you will learn five steps to set up and configure Windows Firewall effectively.

Step 1: Accessing Windows Firewall Settings

To begin setting up Windows Firewall, follow these steps:

First, press the Windows key on your keyboard or click on the Windows icon in the taskbar. Next, type "Windows Security" and select it from the search results. In the Windows Security app, click on Firewall & network protection.