How to Block Internet Access to Programs Using Windows Firewall (Windows 11/10/7)
2How to Block Internet Access to Programs Using Windows Firewall (Windows 11/10/7)
Most of the time we want our applications online and connected to both our local network and the greater Internet. There are instances, however, when we want to prevent an application from connecting to the Internet. Read on as we show you how to lock down an application via the Windows Firewall.
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Most of the third-party software that resides on your computer can access the internet, and there are times when you might not want specific programs installed on your system to gain access to the internet.
For instance, you might not want to check for updates continuously, you might be annoyed with constant ads that keep showing up, or you might be worried about any sensitive data in your software. If the essential features of the application do not rely on internet connectivity, you can block a program from accessing the internet altogether.
This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops, and tablets running the Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, Alienware, Razer, MSI, Huawei , Microsoft Surface, and Samsung.