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I have downloaded backrack linux 5 R2 but when i try to configure my firewall i dont find a place where i can do that, i only find proxy settings, no what is a proxy, is it the sam as a firewall. how can i set up my proxy to protect me more from hacking attacks, at the moment it connects directly to the internet, and if it doesnt have a firewall, where can i find one.

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For : a proxy and a firewall are not the same. A proxy is an application‑level intermediary (typically for web traffic) that forwards or filters requests from programs. A firewall operates at the kernel/network level and allows or blocks packets by port, protocol and interface. A proxy can control outbound HTTP(S) requests but will not stop unsolicited inbound connections to services listening on the host.

Both responses from and point toward the right tools. The Linux host firewall (the kernel packet‑filter engine) is the usual way to control incoming connections; there are also user‑friendly front‑ends if a GUI is preferred. High‑level setup steps: pick a default policy (deny incoming, allow outgoing), explicitly permit only the services that must be reachable (SSH, HTTP, etc.), enable logging so dropped traffic is visible for troubleshooting, and make rule changes persistent — note that a live BackTrack session will typically lose runtime changes unless persistence or an installed system is used.

Practical hardening tips that weren’t mentioned in replies: stop or disable any unneeded network services before connecting live to the Internet; test rules from another machine (attempt a port scan) to confirm behavior; monitor kernel firewall logs for unexpected drops; and combine a host firewall with a proper proxy or VPN if outbound privacy/control is a goal. BackTrack is a penetration‑testing distribution—using it as a daily Internet workstation without hardening is not recommended.

Useful follow‑up details for clearer advice: whether BackTrack is being run live or installed, which services must remain reachable, and whether remote access is required.

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Iptables.
If you don't have that, try "apt-get install iptables"

But you have to manually configure it, and the syntax is best found on the internet.

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I am no expert, but, open a terminal and type (ufw enable) this is a root command so sudo if added user if you need a more graphical one look for gufw and firestarter in the synaptic.

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