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firewall

Pronunciation: [ˈfaɪərˌwɔl]

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Learn how to use firewall in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “computing”

(noun) a security system that protects a computer or network from unwanted access. It's like a wall that keeps out bad guys trying to sneak in and cause trouble.

Example

The firewall kept all the viruses away from my computer.

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Without a firewall, my computer was very vulnerable to attacks.

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How does the firewall help keep our network safe?

Context: “architecture”

(noun) a wall designed to prevent the spread of fire between different areas of a building. It's like a strong barrier that stops fire from moving from one room to another.

Example

The building has a firewall that protects the offices from fire hazards.

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If there were no firewall, the fire could spread quickly throughout the whole building.

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Why is it important to have a fire barrier or firewall in large buildings?

How to pronounce firewall

Pronunciation: [ˈfaɪərˌwɔl]

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