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what risks i may face if i set squid without firewall. Pls. explain.
i have applied different acls like allowing only 50 sites , restricted download file size, file extention restriction.
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Firewall cuts many risks but keep it mind it is not ultimate solutions. I recommend a firewall for all sort of usage. Without firewall your network open to wild attacks and unauthorized access. Firewall should follow the close all doors and open required windows policy
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