Windows Firewall Integration and Best Practices

The following topics explain Windows Firewall integration and best practices:

• General Firewall Rule Authoring Process
• Rule Authoring
• Windows Firewall Profiles
• Translating the Authored Firewall Policy into API Calls
• Guidelines for Working with Multiple Profiles
• Setup Processes
• Run-Time Modification
• User Interface Notifications and Display
• Firewall Rules Needed for Common Transports
• Testing the Firewall Rules
• Troubleshooting Firewall-Related Issues
• Frequently Asked Questions