D.3.2 Why Use a Firewall?

With a LAN connected to the Internet through a router, there is a chance for hackers to access or disrupt your network. A simple NAT router provides a basic level of protection by shielding your network from the outside Internet. Still, there are ways for more dedicated hackers to either obtain information about your network or disrupt your network’s Internet access. Your BiGuard 50G provides an extra level of protection from such attacks with its built-in firewall.

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