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When doing routine computer maintenance, you may run a port scan and discover that a number of ports are open. Ports are docking points that your computer uses to accept and send information to and from programs. Malicious Internet users may use open ports to gain access to your computer and the information within, which is why computer security experts recommend using a firewall or router in order to protect these ports. However, sometimes a port will remain open and must to be closed manually. | When doing routine computer maintenance, you may run a port scan and discover that a number of ports are open. Ports are docking points that your computer uses to accept and send information to and from programs. Malicious Internet users may use open ports to gain access to your computer and the information within, which is why computer security experts recommend using a firewall or router in order to protect these ports. However, sometimes a port will remain open and must to be closed manually. | ||
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