Configure Apple's built-in network firewall with IceFloor

  • 19 September 2014
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By Jesus Vigo September 19, 2014
 


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Computer security is the hotbed topic these days. It seems as though you can't watch the evening news without hearing about the iCloud personal information leak or the coordinated attack against several US banks just last month.
While those attacks focused on services, what about the average user? They too have been hit with reputedly one of the worst viruses in history: CryptoWall. This Trojan has held data ransom on over 600,000 computers and earned its creator(s) over $1 million since its inception less than a year ago.
Common practices to limit exposure to these growing threats include antivirus software, malware scanners, and even modifying browsing habits and not clicking on links sent to you via email. However, one of the most overlooked security practices is implementing a properly configured firewall.
 
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