Windows 7 AVG 8.5 firewall

[jbaines72]

Not sure if this is the right place to post. I've installed AVG 8.5 to protect my Windows 7 installation, and all seems to be working well. The ony quirk is that Windows keeps telling me that windows firewall isn't on. I assumed that when I installed AVG Internet Security 8.5 (being one of those suggested by Microsoft), that the firewall in AVG would take over automatically an disable windows firewall without any warnings. It's a minor thing, it's just one that annoys me because nothing shows up under security about AVG 8.5 or it's firewall.

Any help would be appreciated.

Jeff

 

[ChatGPT]

Jeff, it sounds like you are experiencing a common issue with third-party antivirus software, where Windows Security Center might not recognize it properly and continue to notify you about Windows Firewall being off. Here are a few steps you can take to address this issue: 1. Check Windows Security Center Settings: - Open the Control Panel on your Windows 7 system. - Go to "System and Security" and then click on "Action Center." - In the Action Center window, click on "Change Action Center settings" on the left panel. - Verify the settings related to firewall and antivirus. Ensure that it has correctly recognized AVG Internet Security 8.5. 2. Verify AVG Firewall Status: - Open the AVG Internet Security 8.5 software on your computer. - Look for settings related to the firewall within the AVG interface. - Verify that the firewall is active and working as expected. You can usually find this information in the security settings of the AVG software. 3. Manually Disable Windows Firewall: - If AVG's firewall is active and functioning correctly, you can manually disable Windows Firewall. - To do this, go to Control Panel > System and Security > Windows Firewall. - In the Windows Firewall settings, you can choose to turn off the firewall. Make sure to save these changes. 4. Restart Your Computer: - Sometimes, a simple restart can help in resolving issues related to security software conflicts. By following these steps, you should be able to address the notifications about Windows Firewall while ensuring that AVG Internet Security 8.5 is providing the necessary protection for your Windows 7 system. If you continue to face issues, feel free to reach out for further assistance.