Instructions to Reset Windows Firewall Rules to the Initial

Instructions to Reset Windows Firewall Rules to the Initial is easier to understand when the core ideas are paired with practical examples. The sections below explain the topic clearly, highlight useful steps, and point out details that can prevent common errors.

Windows Firewall is built into the Windows operating system, which is an important part of the security system.However, over time, more and more applications are passed on the Firewall.Fortunately, you can still reset Windows Firewall to the initial default settings.

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1. Reset Firewall Rules to initial default settings

To reset the Firewall Rules to the initial default settings, follow the steps below:

First open Windows Firewall by entering the Windows Firewall keyword into the Search box on Start Menu or Start Screen and then press Enter.

On the Windows Firewall window, click to select Restore defaults item in the left pane.

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Next on the Restore default window, click the Restore default button again.

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2. Reset Firewall Rules with Command Prompt

In addition to the above, you can reset the Firewall Rules using Command Prompt. First enter cmd in the Search box on the Start Menu. On the search results list, right-click the cmd icon and select Run as administrator .

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On the Command Prompt window, enter the following command and press Enter:

netsh advfirewall reset

Now on the screen you will see OK , so you have completed the process of resetting Windows Firewall.

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Refer to some of the following articles:

Use Windows Firewall Log to track activities on the Internet

How to block or unblock programs on Windows Firewall?

Instructions allow applications to communicate with each other via Windows Firewall

Good luck!

FAQ

What should you know about 1. Reset Firewall Rules to initial default settings?

To reset the Firewall Rules to the initial default settings, follow the steps below:

What should you know about 2. Reset Firewall Rules with Command Prompt?

In addition to the above, you can reset the Firewall Rules using Command Prompt. First enter cmd in the Search box on the Start Menu. On the search results list, right-click the cmd icon and select Run as administrator.