Mac-host Based Firewalls on macOS

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What is PF in the context of Mac-host based firewalls?

Packet Filter

Which popular application firewall for macOS monitors outgoing network connections?

Little Snitch

Name a graphical interface for managing PF rules on Mac computers.

IceFloor and Murus

What is DD-WRT in the context of network-based firewalls?

Linux-based firmware for routers Signup and view all the answers

Where are hardware firewalls typically deployed?

At the network perimeter Signup and view all the answers

What is pfSense and what is it based on?

Open-source firewall and router platform based on FreeBSD Signup and view all the answers

What is Smoothwall?

Smoothwall is an open-source firewall and router solution designed for small to medium-sized networks. Signup and view all the answers

What is VyOS?

VyOS is a Linux-based network operating system that can be used as a firewall, router, or VPN gateway. Signup and view all the answers

What are Mac-host based firewalls and PF used for?

Mac-host based firewalls using PF are designed for Mac computers to control network traffic at the application level. Signup and view all the answers

What does Little Snitch do?

Little Snitch is an application firewall for macOS that monitors outgoing connections and allows users to control internet access for apps. Signup and view all the answers

What is DD-WRT used for?

DD-WRT is firmware for routers that enhances their capabilities, including firewall features, for advanced network traffic management. Signup and view all the answers