The Ashampoo FireWall makes it easy for anyone to set up an effective, free firewall. Its Configuration Assistant guides you through every step of the the setup process. Easy Mode makes using it a breeze. You dont need any special technical knowledge, and everything is explained clearly. Even with its additional security tools, Ashampoo Firewall is a tiny program that uses very little memory and computer resources. You get heavy-duty protection without a heavyweight load on your system. The Ashampoo FireWall user interface explains itself every step of the way. The information is right there on the screen where you need it so that most users will never need to consult the help files.
Features and tools:
* Heavy-duty firewall protection: Monitors all your computer"s network activity and protects you against both incoming and outgoing connections.
* Easy Mode: Get full protection in seconds with Easy Mode and the Configuration Assistant. No expert knowledge required.
* Expert Mode: Experience users can activate this mode for powerful additional capabilities.
* Simple and compact: Self-explanatory user interface. Very small program that uses minimum memory and resources.
* Learning Mode: Automatically identifies programs that try to make connections and lets you decide whether you want to allow them. One-click operation in Easy Mode or full configuration in Expert Mode.
* Rules: Create rules for every program that controls how they can access the network. One-click in Easy Mode or full configuration in Expert Mode.
* Block All: One-click panic button for emergencies that lets you block all traffic, for example if you are under attack or suspect that a malicious program is active.
Technology highlights for the experts:
* Monitor local connections: Ashampoo FireWall FREE can also monitor the local connections used inside your computer. Useful for identifying suspicious activity. Can be enabled or disabled.
* Monitor LAN connections: Monitor all the local LAN traffic into and out of your computer. Can be enabled or disabled.
* Connection log: Detailed logging of all internal, LAN and Internet connections with date, time, application, port used and IP address.