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Firewall

intermediate
security

Definition

Security software that blocks unauthorized access to your computer or network. Like a security guard for your digital data.

Real-World Example

A firewall prevents malicious software from connecting to your computer from the internet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Compare Across Cloud Providers

Firewall is available across all major cloud platforms. Compare equivalent services:

AWS
Security Groups
Azure
Network Security Groups (NSG)
Google Cloud
VPC Firewall Rules
Oracle Cloud
Security Lists

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