Wait a minute, was that title misleading?  Yes, it was, that’s why it is important to have a properly setup firewall. Firewall management is not something you should do (or try) on your own. We are not trying to take power away from you, we are only trying to help so you do not get caught later down the line, by a virus or a malicious attack.

The Computer Magician™ has computer security experts who specialize in configuring network services to keep computer networks safe from cyber–attacks. Firewalls are the first line of defense against malicious actors on the internet, and we have the professionals who know how to configure them properly. To begin, The Computer Magician™ examines the network architecture and identifies the best places for firewalls to be placed.

It is important to ensure that the firewalls are placed in such a way as to allow legitimate traffic to pass while keeping out malicious traffic. The Computer Magician™ then configures the firewalls to block certain types of traffic, such as port scans, traffic from malicious IP addresses, and other suspicious network activity. After that comes the rules to detect and alert the system administrator when malicious activity is detected. We also configure the firewalls to block all incoming traffic from suspicious IPs and to restrict access to certain websites.

We also perform regular maintenance on the firewalls to ensure that they are up–to–date with the latest security protocols and that they are able to effectively detect and block malicious traffic. This includes updating the firewalls as new threats emerge, testing the firewalls for vulnerabilities, and patching any discovered vulnerabilities.

Finally, TCM ensures that the firewalls are properly configured to allow for the most secure network possible. This includes monitoring for suspicious activity, configuring the firewalls to detect and block malicious traffic, and testing the firewalls for vulnerabilities. We are experts in configuring firewalls to protect computer networks from malicious actors. By placing the firewalls in the right places, configuring them to detect and block malicious traffic, and performing regular maintenance, The Computer Magician™ ensures that computer networks are as secure as possible.