WindowsXP operating system firewall classic use guide

Q: I am using a different version of Windows, what should I do?

A: Windows versions prior to Windows XP without the built-in firewall. If your computer is using an older version of Windows, such as Windows 2000, Windows Millennium Edition, or Windows 98, you should get a firewall and install it. A hardware firewall or a software firewall can be used.

Q: If I home or small office network in more than one computer, you should use a network connection firewall?

A: Yes. If you have more than one computer in your home or small office network, you should protect every computer on your network. When one of the computers is infected with a virus, enabling ICF on each connection will help prevent viruses from spreading from this computer to other computers on your network. However, if the virus is attached to an email, the firewall will not be blocked and will still infect your computer. You must install an antivirus program at the same time.

Q: My computer is a large business, school or organization network, should enable the firewall?

A: You should follow the principles of the system by a network administrator for your business, school, organizational network established. In some cases, the system administrator might set up all the computers on the network, so you can't open ICF when your computer is connected to the network. The check box for turning on ICF in the Network Connection Properties dialog box is dark gray. If this is the case, you should ask your network system administrator to find out if your computer requires a firewall.

Q: I am using Windows XP. Can I use a firewall other than the built-in Windows XP network online firewall?

A: Yes. To use Windows XP users with different features in the firewall, you can use other brands of hardware or software firewalls.

Q: Should I use the network firewall and different brands online software firewall it simultaneously on a Windows XP computer?

A: No. General home computers, home networks, and small business networks do not need to implement multiple software firewalls. Using two firewalls for the same connection may cause problems with the network connection or other unexpected behavior. Whether it's a Windows XP networked firewall or other software firewall, a single firewall provides robust protection for your computer.