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Windows XP - Using the Built-in Firewall
Windows XP Service Pack 2 and Service Pack 3 have a built-in firewall. This document will show you how to start or stop the firewall. If your computer has Service Pack 2 or Service Pack 3 installed the firewall will be turned on by default.
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To open the Firewall control panel:
- Go to Start -> Settings -> Control Panels -> Windows Firewall.
- Turn the firewall On or Off buttons and click
OK for it to take effect.
