Practical Cyber Hacking Skills for Beginners - Windows 10 Firewall Demo

This video provides a comprehensive introduction to how firewalls work, specifically using the Windows 10 firewall as an example. It covers the different types of firewall profiles—domain, private, and public—and explains the importance of inbound and outbound rules for filtering network traffic. The video also demonstrates how to monitor and log traffic, offering insights into the settings and configurations available in Windows 10. Finally, it discusses the utility of firewall logs for network forensics and troubleshooting.

What is the primary purpose of a firewall?

• To enhance computer speed

• To filter network traffic

• To store data securely

• To manage user accounts

Which firewall profile is typically used for a home network?

• Public profile

• Guest profile

• Private profile

• Domain profile

What do inbound rules in a firewall primarily control?

• User login attempts

• Software installations

• Traffic entering the computer

• Traffic leaving the computer

How can you enable logging for a Windows 10 firewall?

• By customizing settings in firewall properties

• By updating Windows

• By installing additional software

• By disabling the firewall

What is the default action for inbound connections on Windows 10 firewalls?

• Prompt user

• Block all

• Allow all

• Log all

Why are firewall logs important?

• They reduce storage space

• They help in forensic analysis

• They increase network speed

• They enhance graphics performance

What is typically allowed by default in outbound connections?

• Only local connections

• No connections

• All connections

• Only secure connections