Step 11: Should I use my Window XP Firewall?
This is a great question to ask and we’ll try to help you answer it. A Window XP Firewall helps to keep your computer safe and secure. It is a line of defense from people (other computers, programs, viruses) getting to your computer without invitation. It will not get rid of a virus but it will help to block viruses and worms from reaching your computer.
Do you use your Window XP Firewall and should I?
Well I will be honest with you. I disable Window firewall because I feel the other tools described in the Spyware fix helps from such attacks. And I also believe it slows my computer down a little. But I think you should USE your Window XP Firewall. Why, because it is a great line of defense and although it slows down your computer a little, it is a great tool to use and is FREE. The most important thing it does is Help block computer viruses and worms from reaching your computer. Visit the link below on how to use your Window XP firewall but if you insist on not using it, I have included instructions on How to Disable Window Firewall.
Using Window XP Firewall
1. Start by going to Start -> Control Panel and select the Microsoft Security Center icon.
2. A window will pop up and scroll to the bottom and select, Windows Firewall.
3. Now just click on the On (recommended) button and click Ok.
4. Close out of the window after you are done.
That is it and you are all set. Using your Window XP Firewall could really help those disgusting viruses reaching you. If you still need help with your Window XP Firewall please go to our contact page and submit any questions you have. We will try to help you through the problem.
How to Disable Window Firewall
You really shouldn’t do this but if you insist here is how to disable Window Firewall.
1. Start by going to Start -> Control Panel and select the Microsoft Security Center icon.
2. A window will pop up and scroll to the bottom and select, Windows Firewall.
3. Now just click on the Off (not recommended) button and click Ok.
4. Close out of the window after you are done.
That’s it. Now you might get an annoying message next to the clock coming from the Microsoft Security Center icon. To get rid of that do this:
Get rid of that annoying Microsoft Security Center message!!!
Lets get rid of that annoying message that pops up.
1. Start by going to Start -> Control Panel and select the Microsoft Security Center icon.
2. A window will pop up and scroll to the bottom and select, Windows Firewall.
3. On the left side of the window look for, Change the way Security Center alerts me.
4. Now if these boxes are checked the message will pop up for each one. Deselect them to get rid of the message and click Ok. You can close the window and your done.
Please use your Window XP Firewall because it could really help in the long run.
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