Firewall Definition & Meaning
firewall
- noun
- (colloquial) the application of maximum thrust; "he moved the throttle to the 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
- a fireproof (or fire-resistant) wall designed to prevent the spread of fire through a building or a vehicle
"Firewall" in song lyrics
See how firewall is used in real songs:
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"microsoft firewall"
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"uninstall microsoft firewall"
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"uninstall microsift firewall"
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Words that rhyme with firewall
Usage tips for "firewall"
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