Windows 10: Firewall log "being in use by another process"

Discus and support Firewall log "being in use by another process" in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Win 10 Pro, local admin account. Can't open firewall logs, says in use by other process. Sysinternal's Handles utility confirms it's open by BFE... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by mescwb, Apr 7, 2025.

  1. mescwb Win User

    Firewall log "being in use by another process"


    Win 10 Pro, local admin account. Can't open firewall logs, says in use by other process. Sysinternal's Handles utility confirms it's open by BFE service. BFE Windows Firewall service isn't stoppable by design.Spent more than an hour searching this situation to no avail.Anyone else? Hints?

    :)
     
    mescwb, Apr 7, 2025
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  2. GNJha Win User

    Boot Process

    Hi,

    Please suggest me a link that can explain the boot process step by step of ...

    • Windows 7,
    • Windows 8.1,
    • Windows 10,
    • Windows Server 2008 R2 and
    • Windows Server 2012 R2

    With Regards

    InTech
     
    GNJha, Apr 7, 2025
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  3. Good Antivirus + Firewall

    I would never put anything Norton on my computer.

    Nod32 is arguably the best antivirus. AVG is likely not as good, but it's free and at least pretty good.

    Firewalls, I'd put Comodo and whatever "Tiny Personal Firewall" is named nowadays on your short list. I think Kerio might have sold it now and it's named something else. Otherwise, just put Comodo on your short list. I think the current version's ease of use has taken a step backwards, seems a bit counter-intuitive when trying to do certain things with it, but overall it does a good job and the price is right.
     
    Deusxmachina, Apr 7, 2025
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  4. Firewall log "being in use by another process"

    firewall

    Hi Jackie,

    For you to be able to get to your firewall, please follow the steps below:

    • Go to start Button.
    • Open Windows defender Security Center.
    • Then go to Firewall & network protection.
    • Then choose a network profile.

    We'll look forward to your response.
     
    Phillip Pio, Apr 7, 2025
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