Key Features:
- Configurable Network Rules: Users can set flexible rules based on various criteria, including applications and protocols.- Wildcards in Application Paths: This feature allows for precise filtering of application paths.
- Service Filtering: Enhanced filtering using SvcHost.exe service names.
- Speed Limiting: Users can manage bandwidth by setting speed limits on specific applications.
- Blocklists and Traffic Statistics: Monitor network activity with blocklists and detailed traffic data.
- Visual Bandwidth Display: Provides a graphical representation of real-time bandwidth usage.
- Kernel Driver Based on WFP: Utilizes the Windows Filtering Platform for a robust firewall experience.
What's New in 3.19.6:
This release focuses on improving user interface and performance:- Improved User Interface: Users can now easily select rows from tables for better navigation and configuration.
- Enhanced Driver Performance: The firewall now employs a new driver function to monitor WSL pico-processes, enhancing performance and accuracy in detecting and filtering these processes.
Download Information:
The latest version of Fort Firewall (3.19.6) is available for download on GitHub.Future Improvements:
As cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, future updates may focus on incorporating advanced threat detection algorithms, machine learning capabilities for anomaly detection, and improved integration with other security tools. Additionally, user feedback could lead to more customizable features tailored to specific user needs, making Fort Firewall an even more indispensable tool for network security.For users looking for robust firewall solutions, Fort Firewall 3.19.6 represents a significant step forward in functionality and usability, reinforcing its place as a top choice for Windows users
Fort Firewall 3.19.6 released
Fort Firewall 3.19.6 has been released and offers an effective firewall solution for Windows 7 and later operating systems. This powerful tool provides flexible network rules, wildcards in application paths, service filtering, speed limiting, blocklists, traffic statistics, and visual bandwidth display. The latest update includes improvements to the user interface, allowing users to select rows from tables with ease. Additionally, Fort Firewall now uses a better driver function to monitor WSL pico-processes, which improves performance and detection.