Tips and suggestions of programs to block with firewall


  1. Windows 911
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    Tips and suggestions of programs to block with firewall


    Hello everyone,

    I am running Windows 7 firewall and am reviewing what programs have inbound access through the exception list. I have very few programs checked, but am wondering if I even need those open. The two I am wondering about are Bonjour Service, and Core Networking. Any suggestions? Thank you guys
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  3. Golden
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    Hi,

    I believe Bonjour is the service for Apple's ITunes. I'm not sure about Core Networking but it sounds like you should leave that alone - check the path to the service under Services tab in MSCONFIG.

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  4. Dinesh
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    Yes the Bonjour service is related to Apple's iTunes software so its obviously safe. Not sure about the other one though. BTW, there are many services/programs that needs internet (upload and download). You shouldn't be really worried unless you're running something suspicious.
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