Windows 7/8/10: "Security And Maintenance Can't Turn On Windows Firewall" - Quick Fix
When you go to turn on Windows firewall manually, you receive the following error addressed in video: "Windows Firewall can't change some of your settings. Error code 0x80070422". Please note, the error code might be slightly different for users of Windows 7 and Windows 8/8.1.
Windows Firewall acts as the first layer of defense against malware, so it is always advisable to keep it turned ‘ON’ – unless you are using a third-party firewall software. If for some unknown reason if you find your Windows Firewall does not start automatically at startup, then here are a few troubleshooting steps you may want to try out.
This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops,and tablets running the Windows 10, Windows 8/8.1, Windows 7 operating systems.Works for all major computer manufactures (Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, Samsung).