How-To:

Ensure Your Firewall Is Enabled In Windows8

1. From the “Start” screen, type “firewall”.
2. Select “Settings” from the menu that appears on the right side of the screen.
3. Click “Turn Windows Firewall On or Off”
4. Select the radio buttons for “Turn On Windows Firewall” for public networks.
5. You can also use the “Block All Incoming Connections” option from this menu.  This is suggested for added protection while on public WiFi.

How-To:

Ensure Firewall Is Enabled In Windows7

1. Click “Start”.
2. Go to “Control Panel”, then “Security”.
3. Click “Windows Firewall”.
4. Click “Turn Windows Firewall On Or Off”.
5. Input Administrator password, if prompted, or confirm the operation.
6. Click “On” (Recommended).
7. Click “Ok”.