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Topic: firewall
Definition:

  • (colloquial) the application of maximum thrust
  • "he moved the throttle to the firewall" (computing) a security system consisting of a combination of hardware and software that limits the exposure of a computer or computer network to attack from crackers
  • commonly used on local area networks that are connected to the internet a fireproof (or fire-resistant) wall designed to prevent the spread of fire through a building or a vehicle

    Related tag cloud:

  • security
  • internet
  • vpn
  • linux
  • network
  • router
  • intranet
  • software
  • server
  • virus
  • computer
  • web
  • network security
  • consulting
  • antivirus
  • intrusion detection
  • unix
  • sicherheit
  • hosting
  • e-commerce
  • it
    • Resources:

    Zone Labs, Inc.
    Developers of ZoneAlarm, a free, dynamic, application-level personal firewall, and of TrueVector technology for real-time Internet traffic information and control. Includes a profile, product range, support, and online purchasing.
    http://www.zonelabs.com

    Check Point Software Technologies, Ltd.
    Software for internet security. (Nasdaq: CHKP).
    http://www.checkpoint.com/

    Tiny Software
    Tiny Software router and firewall software solutions for small to medium size networks. Includes WinRoute Pro, the ICSA-certified Internet router and firewall software solution.
    http://www.tinysoftware.com/