Disucssion: Firewall
One of the first lines of security defense that companies (and individuals) should perform is to enable a firewall. Today, most routers include a firewall, most personal-computer operating systems provide a firewall, and there are a variety of network (hardware and software) firewalls available. For this discussion:
a) Define the term firewall
b) Discuss the goal(s) of a firewall
c) Describe different types of firewalls (router, server, personal computer, network) and when users should use each
d) List several commonly available (open source) firewalls
e) Describe best practices for using a firewall.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.