In public statements surrounding the release of Windows XP, Microsoft has touted it as a secure operating system for use in homes and small offices, as well as in large corporations. A key security feature of Windows XP is the Internet Connection Firewall (ICF), which provides a protective boundary between a computer and the Internet. Since ICF is targeted for home and small office computers, it is unlikely to be installed or configured by security professionals. Thus it is important for the security community to provide guidance to users as to the level of security provided by ICF, and how it compares to alternative "personal firewall" products.
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