McAfee^®

Managed Desktop Firewall

Technical Frequently Asked Questions

Based on McAfee's advanced firewall technology, Managed Desktop Firewall offers to you a complete software-based firewall security service that protects your system from hackers and Internet threats. The links below answer questions on how Managed Desktop Firewall can protect your systems around-the-clock against such threats.

What is Managed Desktop Firewall?
How is Managed Desktop Firewall different from a traditional firewall?
How is Managed Desktop Firewall managed?
What are the security options with Managed Desktop Firewall?
Can I use Managed Desktop Firewall with my Internet and LAN connections?
Will Managed Desktop Firewall impact my system performance?
What platforms are supported using Managed Desktop Firewall?

What is Managed Desktop Firewall?
McAfee Managed Desktop Firewall is a comprehensive firewall security service that transparently monitors, controls, and tracks a business computer's network activity. McAfee Managed Desktop Firewall blocks unauthorized network access and stops known hacks, Trojans, and Denial of Service (DOS) attacks. McAfee Managed Desktop Firewall forms a barrier between critical business data and the malicious attacks from intruders.

How is Managed Desktop Firewall different from a traditional firewall?
Managed Desktop Firewall monitors and controls the flow of information in and out of your computer. Since Managed Desktop Firewall offers five security settings, it is much easier to control than traditional firewalls. Managed Desktop Firewall is also simple to install. There is no necessary hardware, no manuals to read-all you have to do is download it.

How is Managed Desktop Firewall managed?
Managed Desktop Firewall automatically loads when you turn on your computer. Users then can customize whether to "Allow" or "Block" other applications that attempt to access your network.

What are the security options with Managed Desktop Firewall?
Managed Desktop Firewall's five security settings (Lockdown, Tight, Standard, Trusting, and Open) protect each system based on security needs. With Managed Desktop Firewall on each system, businesses are not limited to a one-size-fits-all solution.

Can I use Managed Desktop Firewall with my Internet and LAN connections?
Yes. Managed Desktop Firewall will work on the following types of network connections: Dial-up, Ethernet (10/100), DSL via Ethernet, Cable via Ethernet and PPPoE.

Will Managed Desktop Firewall impact my system performance?
Managed Desktop Firewall has minimal impact on your system's performance. The hard disk space required less than 10MB, which is much less than required with other personal firewalls on the marketplace.

What platforms are supported using Managed Desktop Firewall?
Windows 98, ME, 2000, or XP