A firewall is a security device — computer hardware or software — that can help protect your network by filtering traffic and blocking outsiders from gaining unauthorized access to the private data on your computer. Not only does a firewall block unwanted traffic, it can also help block malicious software from infecting your computer.

Jun 22, 2020 · The security software would then block the program's Internet access. To prevent or resolve these conflicts: Download the latest updates from your software's support site. Adjust the settings or rules on your security software to allow selected programs (like TurboTax) to install and function as intended. Firewall software resources Mar 29, 2019 · In the Norton Internet Security window, in the Network section, click Settings. In the Settings window, under Network Settings, next to Smart Firewall, turn the feature back on by clicking the Off button. Under Smart Firewall, next to Advanced Settings, click Configure [+]. In the Advanced Settings window, next to Firewall Reset click Reset [+]. Jan 14, 2020 · Norton Security 2020 is also compatible with Windows Vista, Windows 7, 8, 8 Pro, 8.1 and Windows 10. Both 32-bit and 64-bit computers are supported. The machines running Windows Vista and 7 need to be updated with Service Pack 1 to make the installation of this antivirus possible.

Jan 12, 2012 · Start Norton Internet Security. In the main pane, click Norton Internet Security tab. Click Settings. Under Web Browsing, click Personal Firewall and then click Configure. In the left side of Norton Internet Security Options window, click Personal Firewall and then click Program Control. In the Program Column, select the specific program.

Apr 13, 2012 · To change the Norton 360 firewall settings for specific programs, the next action to perform is clicking the Program Rules tab at the top of the window. This displays a list of all the programs on your computer for which there are currently firewall settings in Norton 360.