April 8, 2024, 12:15 p.m. | Emmanuel Oyibo

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A firewall acts as a security guard for your computer’s network. It monitors the information going in and out, deciding what’s allowed and not. Therefore, understanding the firewall of your Linux system is an essential part of keeping it safe.


Firewalld is a powerful Linux tool that allows you to manage your system’s firewall much easier. It doesn’t matter if you’re new to Linux, Firewalld employs a user-friendly approach and makes understanding network security a walk in the park.


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