By default, most programs are blocked by Windows Firewall, to help make your computer more secure. To work properly, some programs might require you to allow them to communicate through the firewall. Here's how to do that:
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Open Windows Firewall by clicking the Start button , clicking Control Panel, clicking Security, and then clicking Windows Firewall.
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In the left pane, click Allow a program through Windows Firewall. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.
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Select the check box next to the program you want to allow, and then click OK.
Software or hardware that can help protect a computer from hackers or malicious software. A firewall helps prevent malicious software (such as worms) from gaining access to a computer through a network or over the Internet, and helps prevent a computer from sending malicious software to other computers.
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A predefined setting. You can accept the default option settings, or you can change them to suit your own preferences.
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Program
A set of instructions that a computer uses to perform a specific task, such as word processing, accounting, or data management. Also called an application.
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