Network & Firewall Basics

Applies To: Locally-managed Fireboxes This topic applies to Fireboxes you configure in Policy Manager or Fireware Web UI.

Before you configure your Firebox, make sure that you understand the network settings and protocols configured on your network, understand the function of a firewall, and how to identify your network settings.

For more information, go to:

• About Networks and Network Security
• About IP Addresses
• Identify Your Network Settings
• About Firewalls