Windows XP in a Nutshell, Second Edition

A new feature in Windows XP, the Internet Connection Firewall helps protect the privacy and security of your computer by limiting the types of connections, both incoming and outgoing, that can be made via your Internet connection.

Internet Connection Firewall, enable / disable

Control Panel Network Connections right-click connection Properties Advanced tab Protect my computer and network by limiting or preventing access to this computer from the Internet

Internet Connection Firewall, logging

Control Panel Network Connections right-click connection Properties Advanced tab Settings Security Logging tab

Internet Connection Firewall, settings

Control Panel Network Connections right-click connection Properties Advanced tab Settings