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A firewall is a computer security measure that protects a network from unauthorized access. A firewall blocks unsolicited incoming traffic by detecting and blocking potentially harmful packets before they reach the network perimeter.

A firewall can also help protect network resources by preventing unauthorized users from gaining access to sensitive data or systems. By default, a firewall blocks all incoming traffic except for traffic that is explicitly allowed by the system administrator.

A firewall can be used at the perimeter of a network to protect the network from unauthorized access, or it can be used inside the network to protect specific resources. Firewalls can be used in conjunction with intrusion detection and prevention systems to help protect networks from malicious activity.