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What is a Firewall<\/a> and Do You Already Have One?<\/h3>\n

You’ve probably heard the term “firewall<\/a>” thrown around when people talk about computer security<\/a>. Maybe your tech-savvy friend mentioned it, or you saw it pop up in your computer settings. But what is it, really? And more importantly — do you need to worry about it?<\/p>\n

Think of It Like a Security<\/a> Guard<\/h3>\n

A firewall<\/a> is basically a security<\/a> guard for your computer or home network. It stands at the door and decides who gets to come in and who gets to leave.<\/p>\n