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    Achieve Great Things, Initiate Changes, Transform from Better to best, Excel and Remain Humble

    Main:Gret-Fisico Bldg., Maharlika Highway, Brgy. Lumingon, Tiaong, Quezon, Philippines


    Annex: OLINSTERG Bldg., Maharlika Highway, Brgy. Poblacion III, Tiaong, Quezon, Philippines
    Telefax Number: (042)-545-6547 / Cell No. 0922-8934738

    MODULE FOR
    CSS_05: SETUP COMPUTER NETWORKS

    1. QUARTER NO. & TITLE: QUARTER 3: SETUP COMPUTER NETWORKS


    LESSON NO. & TITLE: Lesson 14: Security Firewall Settings and VPN

    I. WEEK NUMBER: Week 14


    II. MODULE NUMBER: Module 14
    III. OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, students must be able to:
    1. Define Security Firewall and VPN
    2. Setup a security firewall
    3. Setup VPN

    ACTIVITY:
    Answer the following questions on a sheet of paper:
    PRE-TEST
    1. What is a Security Firewall?

    2. What is a VPN?

    I. DISCUSSION:
    Introduction
    Through this module you will get an understanding of how
    important a firewall and security settings on computer especially for those
    connected through a network. Its purpose and how we could protect the
    data and information stored in our computer unit.

    What is a Firewall?
    A firewall is a network security system designed to prevent
    unauthorized access to or from a private network. Firewalls can be
    implemented in both hardware and software, or a combination of both. A
    firewall is software or hardware that checks information coming from the
    Internet or a network, and then either blocks it or allows it to pass through
    to your computer, depending on your firewall settings.

    It also helps prevent hackers or malicious software (such as worms)


    from gaining access to your computer through a network or the Internet.
    A firewall can also help stop your computer from sending malicious
    software to other computers.
    An illustration shows how a firewall works

    Just as a brick wall can create a physical barrier, a firewall creates


    a barrier between the Internet and your computer. A firewall isn't the same
    thing as an antivirus program. To help protect your computer, you need
    both a firewall and an antivirus and anti-malware program.
    How to set up Firewall?

    1. Open Windows Firewall by clicking the Start button , and then


    clicking Control Panel.

    2. On the Control Panel search and click for System and Security feature.

    3. In the left pane, click Turn Windows Firewall on or off. If you're


    prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the
    password or provide confirmation.

    4. Click Turn on Windows Firewall under each network location that you
    want to help protect, and then click OK.

    Turn on Firewall Turn off Firewall


    What is VPN? How It Works, Types of VPN

    VPN stands for "Virtual Private Network" and describes the opportunity to establish a protected network connection
    when using public networks. VPNs encrypt your internet traffic and disguise your online identity. This makes it more
    difficult for third parties to track your activities online and steal data. The encryption takes place in real time.

    How does a VPN work?

    A VPN hides your IP address by letting the network redirect it through a specially configured remote server run by a
    VPN host. This means that if you surf online with a VPN, the VPN server becomes the source of your data. This means
    your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and other third parties cannot see which websites you visit or what data you send
    and receive online. A VPN works like a filter that turns all your data into "gibberish". Even if someone were to get their
    hands on your data, it would be useless.

    What are the benefits of a VPN connection?

    A VPN connection disguises your data traffic online and protects it from external access. Unencrypted data can be
    viewed by anyone who has network access and wants to see it. With a VPN, hackers and cyber criminals can’t decipher
    this data.

    Secure encryption: To read the data, you need an encryption key. Without one, it would take millions of years for a
    computer to decipher the code in the event of a brute force attack . With the help of a VPN, your online activities are
    hidden even on public networks.

    Disguising your whereabouts: VPN servers essentially act as your proxies on the internet. Because the demographic
    location data comes from a server in another country, your actual location cannot be determined. In addition, most
    VPN services do not store logs of your activities. Some providers, on the other hand, record your behavior, but do not
    pass this information on to third parties. This means that any potential record of your user behavior remains
    permanently hidden.

    Access to regional content: Regional web content is not always accessible from everywhere. Services and websites
    often contain content that can only be accessed from certain parts of the world. Standard connections use local servers
    in the country to determine your location. This means that you cannot access content at home while traveling, and you
    cannot access international content from home. With VPN location spoofing, you can switch to a server to another
    country and effectively “change” your location.

    Secure data transfer: If you work remotely, you may need to access important files on your company’s network. For
    security reasons, this kind of information requires a secure connection. To gain access to the network, a VPN
    connection is often required. VPN services connect to private servers and use encryption methods to reduce the risk
    of data leakage.

    Note: For further study watch the following videos on YouTube. The link is provided below.

    Here are the links:


    What is a Firewall? Uploaded by PowerCert Animated Videos
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kDEX1HXybrU&t=119s

    What is a VPN and How Does it Work? Uploaded by vpnMentor


    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wQTRMBAvzg

    Electronic references:
    https://www.kaspersky.com/resource-center/definitions/what-is-a-vpn
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wQTRMBAvzg
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kDEX1HXybrU&t=119s
    II. PRACTICE/APPLICATION:

    Search at least 3 VPN company provider.

    III. ASSESSMENT:

    Answer Self-Check No. 14

    IV. REFLECTION:

    Explain the importance of using Firewall and VPN?

    V. FEEDBACK: (Teacher’s comments or reactions after submission and checking.)

    Prepared by:

    NILO P. BRIONES, LPT


    Subject Teacher

    Checked and Noted By:

    LAARNI L. TOLENTINO, LPT


    Principal
    Achieve Great Things, Initiate Changes, Transform from Better to best, Excel and Remain Humble

    Main:Gret-Fisico Bldg., Maharlika Highway, Brgy. Lumingon, Tiaong, Quezon, Philippines


    Annex: OLINSTERG Bldg., Maharlika Highway, Brgy. Poblacion III, Tiaong, Quezon, Philippines
    Telefax Number: (042)-545-6547 / Cell No. 0922-8934738

    CSS_05: SETUP COMPUTER NETWORKS


    SEFL-CHECK NO. 14
    Lesson: Security Firewall Settings and VPN

    Directions: Choose the correct answer for the following items


    below. Write the letter on the space provided for each item.

    _______1. It is a network security system designed to prevent


    unauthorized access to or from a private network.
    A. Malware
    B. Denial of Service
    C. Hacking
    D. Firewall

    _______2. System and security feature of a Microsoft Windows operating


    system can be found at.
    A. My Computer B. Control Panel C. Windows32 D. cmd

    _______3. On what icon can we see the control panel menu.


    A. Task bar B. Power on button C. Start button D. Esc

    _______4. An Anti-virus or simple called as AV is software that protects


    the computer against malicious software came from untrusted websites.
    What is a best example of an anti-virus software?
    A. Winrar B. Kaspersky C. CC Cleaner D. Torrent

    _______5. A firewall is software or hardware that checks information


    coming from the Internet or a network, and then either blocks it or
    allows it to pass through to your computer, depending on your firewall
    settings. It should be always turned?
    A. On
    B. Off
    C. Neither On or Off
    D. Not configured

    Prepared by:

    NILO P. BRIONES, LPT


    Subject Teacher

    Checked and Noted By:

    LAARNI L. TOLENTINO, LPT


    Principal

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