R-Firewall

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R-Firewall is a firewall that protects both the integrity of your PC, and the security of your private data. It works by blocking certain applications from sending out data over the network that it thinks should be doing so. It also stops malicious traffic from ever getting to your PC.

Configuration

R-Firewall is one of the few programs that actually allows you to create several different firewall profiles. This is great for users who use their computers in different situations, over different Internet connections.

Setup and Configuration

R-Firewall features a very nice, easy to use interface. You can set up firewall rules, opening and closing specific ports on your computer to network traffic.

Tests

R-Firewall did not perform very well in tests. It leaves several ports open to attack, meaning that you can’t assume your computer is completely secure when you’re using it. R-Firewall also tends to block legitimate programs way too often. These include email clients, browsers, online games, etc.

Conclusions

R-Firewall just has too many bugs to be considered a viable, and reliable firewall. There are other, better firewall programs available. I recommend you use one of them rather.