SCF firewalls control information entering and exiting the College network to prevent data loss.
- Block viruses, worms and Trojans from gaining access to a network.
- Prevent unwanted sharing of files and computer devices.
- Prevent applications on a computer from connecting to the Internet if they don't need to.
- Make it difficult for hackers to access network applications and computer systems.
For more information:
Understanding Windows Firewall: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/security/internet/sp2_wfintro.mspx