A Firewall is a security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules. It helps protect your devices and networks from unauthorized access.

Key Points About Firewalls

• Monitors and filters IP traffic to and from your network.
• Blocks unauthorized access while allowing legitimate communication.
• Can be hardware-based, software-based, or cloud-based.
• Supports both IPv4 address and IPv6 networks.
• Helps secure your My IP location and devices.

Types of Firewalls

• Packet-filtering firewall
• Stateful inspection firewall
• Proxy firewall
• Next-generation firewall (NGFW)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• What is a firewall? — A security system that filters network traffic.
• Why is it important? — Protects your network and devices from unauthorized access.
• Does it affect My IP? — Firewall rules can restrict access to certain IPs or locations.
• Can I configure my firewall? — Yes, through router settings, software, or cloud firewall management.
• Is firewall necessary for IPv6? — Yes, IPv6 networks also need firewalls for security.