I need to open my windows firewall to set it a certain way. But when I attempt this, I get rectangle that reads "Do to an unexplained problem,Windows cannot display windows firewall settings" I have no idea what possessed this antic to prevail. And I have tried (ALL-STEPS) and called people. Nobody knows. I'm open for suggestions. Thanks.
2007-01-13 13:30:52 · 3 answers · asked by Jeffrey H 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
You could try the System Restore which takes you back to a time when your computer was working good. Go To:
start
programs
accessories
systems tools
system restore
This process is completely reversable. And does not remove your personal files. Just go back one checkpoint at a time until your puter is working good again.
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2007-01-13 14:15:42 · answer #1 · answered by Elaine B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd like to make a suggestion....stop the Microsoft Firewall. It only protects from incoming threats, not outgoing such as DNS attacks,etc. Instead, download the Zone Alarm Free firewall program at the below link. Install it, and once it's installed it's fairly easy to change its settings the way you'd like them.
2007-01-13 22:51:44 · answer #2 · answered by Jolly 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you're using Microsoft Windows XP and have been or are currently infected with malware. You'll need to make sure that you run a full virus scan withh each of your anti-virus products. Once you know you are virus-free, then you'll need to reset your Windows firewall.
Open a Command Prompt window and type NETSH FIREWALL RESET
If your options are grey out, then check here:
http://windowsxp.mvps.org/resetfwpol.htm
2007-01-13 21:35:29 · answer #3 · answered by Linux OS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋