Windows 10: Block apps from accessing internet by default...

Good day guys,


I have decided to use my computer with Windows Defender as the security solution. I would like to keep my system as lean and lightweight, as is possible. But Windows Firewall is little complicated. And given that I am from a non-technical background, I don't want to tinker with it too much.


By default, I would like to block any program I install from accessing the internet, and only permit access as I think is necessary. For example, a video player I may download has no need to access internet for my use. I will manually check for updates as and when necessary.


When searching online, I found this:


https://sites.google.com/site/mytoo...-multiple-programs-through-windows-7-firewall


This link contains a batch file that, when run as an administrator, will automatically block all .exe and .dll files within the folder as well as sub-folders where this batch file is located from accessing the internet. Very nice utility.


This is what I plan to do:


Except for the most important programs and those than need internet to work, I plan to install all other softwares in a separate folder called 'Programs' inside the C: drive. This folder will contain this batch file.


Here are my queries:


1. Is this batch file safe to run?

2. Do I need to run this batch file every time I install a program?

3. Will each run duplicate the previously created entries in Windows Firewall?

4. Will this slow down my system? As a test case, I installed just one program - VLC, and this batch file created well over 300 entries in Windows Firewall!

5. Does this batch file completely block all internet connections? I tried to check for updates from within VLC, and it failed.

6. How do I block apps that I download from Microsoft Store?


Thanks very much in advance.

:)

 

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Hi,

As you are facing issues with accessing the default apps on your computer, let us try the troubleshooting steps and check if it helps.

Step 1: I suggest you to run the
Windows Store Apps troubleshooter.

Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter,
troubleshoots problems that may prevent Windows Store Apps from working correctly.

Run the troubleshooter for Windows apps



Step 2: I suggest you to install all the pending updates on your device and check if it helps.

Steps:

• Connect to the internet.
• Press Windows key and type updates.
• Click on Check for updates.
• Under Windows Updates, click on Check for updates.
• Try to install the updates being shown.

Hope it helps. Get back to us with an updated status of accessing the default apps for further assistance.

Thank you.

 

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