Setting Up a Firewall: Windows 7 - Basic
- Set up system and security settings. From the Start menu, click Control Panel, then click System and Security. ...
- Select program features. Click Turn Windows Firewall on or off from the left side menu. ...
- Choose firewall settings for different network location types.
How do I get to my firewall on Windows 7?
How to Enable the Windows 7 Firewall
- Choose Start→Control Panel→System and Security→Windows Firewall. ...
- Click the Turn Windows Firewall On or Off link in the left pane of the window. ...
- Select the Turn on Windows Firewall radio button for one or both of the network locations.
Does Windows 7 come with firewall?
The Windows 7 Firewall is, appropriately, found in "System and Security" (click on any image for a larger version). The firewall in Windows 7 isn't much different, technically than the one in XP. And it's just as important to use. As with all later versions, it's on by default and should be left that way.
