Definition of Firewall in English :

Define Firewall in English

Firewall meaning in English

Meaning of Firewall in English

Pronunciation of Firewall in English

Firewall pronunciation in English

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Firewall

see synonyms of firewall

Noun

1. firewall

(colloquial) the application of maximum thrust

Example Sentences:
'he moved the throttle to the firewall'

2. firewall

(computing) a security system consisting of a combination of hardware and software that limits the exposure of a computer or computer network to attack from crackers; commonly used on local area networks that are connected to the internet

3. firewall

a fireproof (or fire-resistant) wall designed to prevent the spread of fire through a building or a vehicle

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.


Firewall

see synonyms of firewall
noun
1. 
a fireproof wall or partition used to impede the progress of a fire, as from one room or compartment to another
2. computing
a computer system that isolates another computer from the internet in order to prevent unauthorized access

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Firewall

see synonyms of firewall
n.
1. A fireproof wall used as a barrier to prevent the spread of fire.
2. Computers A software program or hardware device that restricts communication between a private network or computer system and outside networks.
intr.v. fire·walled, fire·wall·ing, fire·walls
Slang
To protect (a computer or computer network) by means of a firewall.

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