Windows 10: Windows Firewall configurations...

This post is an extension of my earlier post on the same subject.I have summarised my queries here:1. After a clean Windows installation, I would like to block all future/ prospective inbound AND outbound connections by default, whilst allowing whitelisting the existing connections. This way, no new program I install will be able to connect to internet without me explicitly creating a rule for it in Windows Firewall. How to accomplish this?2. How do I block any program from making any changes to Windows Firewall?3. How do I block all connections from a particular location path on the inte

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Can Windows Firewall block outgoing connections yet? If not, it's one step above useless.

Look into Online Armor for a free firewall.

 

windows firewall question

yes i am sure i am having no issues with a router. this is at my work. and i only have issues with the windows 7 firewall.

as for adding ports, i do it the same as what is listed in your picture.

 

Should I be worried? "RPC Unavailable" error after "windows explorer" firewall request.

Hi,

The RPC unavailable error means your computer have a problem with communicating with other devices or machines through the network you use. To help you resolve this issue, we suggest that you configure the firewall on your computer. Follow the steps below:

• Open Control Panel.
• On Control Panel, search windows firewall.
• Click Allow an app through Windows Firewall below Windows Firewall.
• Look for Remote Assistance. Ensure its communication is
  enabled (All the boxes of this item are ticked).

Let us know if you need further assistance.