Like Windows Firewall, TinyWall is a lightweight solution with a single purpose, but the similarities end there. It's compatible with versions of Windows ranging from Vista to 10, which covers pretty much every Windows computer, even the surprising amount of stragglers still on Windows 7.
Hello All, I am preparing to upgrade from Windows 7 to Windows 10 on my Dell Inspiron 560S (64 bit) and have a question about security. I know someone who has a degree in Network Administration (although he doesn't work in that field) who says that the built in firewall and Windows Defender are all you need.

Yes, Windows 10 does indeed have a built-in firewall called the Windows Firewall. This essential security feature has been a part of the Windows operating system since Windows XP Service Pack 2. The Windows Firewall monitors incoming and outgoing network traffic, allowing only authorized connections and blocking any suspicious or potentially

Firewalls are software programs or hardware devices that filter and examine the information coming through your Internet connection. They represent a first line of defense because they can stop a malicious program or attacker from gaining access to your network and information before any potential damage is done.

Here is how you can find out what firewall or antivirus software you may have running on your computer. Click on Start and type control panel on the search bar then click on the search result showing Control Panel Desktop app. On the Control Panel window, click on View by: and select Small Icons (if it has not yet been set that way) then go to
Microsoft Defender's web protection helps protect you against malicious sites that are being used for phishing or spreading malware. Web protection is currently available on Windows, iOS, and Android. It does this by checking links you click on, or that an app tries to open on your device and comparing them against our constantly updated list . 167 300 107 329 224 391 43 373 35

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