You can use the Windows Security app to view and manage the status of Windows Firewall. You can turn the firewall on or off, and access advanced settings for different network types, including domain (workplace), private (trusted), and public (untrusted) networks

The settings page of the Windows Security app allows you to configure security providers, notifications, and determine the version of the app. The page is divided into the following sections:

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You receive a warning in the notification area of the task bar telling you that the Windows Firewall is turned off. The warning is displayed as a Windows security alert in Windows XP and in Windows Vista, and as an Action Center message in Windows 7.

You can now make changes to your Windows Firewall settings. Note: If the Change settings button is still greyed out, your administrator may have disabled the option for you to change the settings.

With features like Microsoft Defender Antivirus, Windows Firewall, and Smart App Control, you can easily access and configure robust security settings. Built into Windows, this app ensures your device is protected from the moment you start it up, offering real-time protection and peace of mind.

The router (sometimes called a "modem") that brings the internet from your internet provider to your home or office is usually a hardware firewall. And your computer, whether it's running Windows or macOS, most likely has a software firewall running.

Click Start, and then type Windows Firewall in the Search programs and files box (Windows 7) or in the Start search box (Windows Vista). In the navigation pane (left pane) of Control Panel, click Turn Windows Firewall on or off.

It includes features such as Microsoft Defender Antivirus, Windows Firewall, and Smart App Control, which work together to provide real-time protection against viruses, malware, and other security threats.