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#236Beginner
2.0/5
System Administration
20 min

Configure Linux Firewall with UFW

Set up Uncomplicated Firewall (UFW) to secure Linux server.

Tools & Technologies
UFWFirewallLinuxSecurity
Objective

Configure UFW to control incoming and outgoing network traffic.

Requirements
  • Install UFW
  • Set default policies
  • Allow SSH
  • Allow HTTP/HTTPS
  • Enable firewall
Tips

Allow SSH before enabling. Use application profiles. Check rules with ufw status numbered.

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Beginner(Approachable)

20 min

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5

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4

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System Administration

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