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For each rule the following information is displayed:
● NETWORK - the process and the network adapter types (Home / Office,
Public or All) to which the rule applies to. Rules are automatically created
to filter network or internet access through any adapter. By default, the
rules apply to any network. You can manually create rules or edit existing
rules to filter an app's network or internet access through a specific adapter
(for example, a wireless network adapter).
● PROTOCOL - the IP protocol the rule applies to. By default, the rules apply
to any protocol.
● TRAFFIC - the rule applies in both directions, inbound and outbound.
● PORTS - the PORT protocol the rule applies to. By default, the rules apply
to all ports.
● IP - the internet protocol (IP) the rule applies to. By default, the rules apply
to any IP address.
● ACCESS - whether the app is allowed or denied access to the network or
internet under the specified circumstances.
To edit or delete the rules for the selected app, click the
icon.
● Edit rule - opens a window where you can edit the current rule.
● Delete rule - you can choose to remove the current set of rules for the
selected app.
Adding app rules
To add an app rule:
1. Click Protection on the navigation menu on the Bitdefender interface.
2. In the FIREWALL pane, click Settings.
3. In the Rules window, click Add rule.
Here you can apply the following changes:
● Apply this rule to all applications. Enable this switch to apply the created
rule to all apps.
● Program Path. Click BROWSE and select the app the rule applies to.
● Permission. Select one of the available permissions:
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