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 Definitions for firewall: WordNet (r) 2.0
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firewall
n 1: the application of maximum thrust; "he slammed the throttle
to the firewall"
2: (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: fireproof (or fire-resistant) wall designed to prevent the
spread of fire through a building or a vehicle
The Free On-line Dictionary of Computing (27 SEP 03)
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firewall
1. firewall code.
2. firewall machine.
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