Certainly! Let's explore how to manage firewalls in **Linux Mint** using the terminal. There are a couple of options available:

## 1. **UFW (Uncomplicated Firewall)**:
   - UFW is a straightforward and reliable firewall interface with both command-line and graphical tools.
   - To install UFW, open the terminal and run:
     ```
     sudo apt install ufw
     ```
   - Verify if UFW is active with:
     ```
     sudo systemctl status ufw
     ```
   - To allow specific ports (e.g., OpenSSH), use:
     ```
     sudo ufw allow 22/tcp
     ```
   - To disable a port, run:
     ```
     sudo ufw deny 22/tcp
     ```

2. **Gufw (GUI for UFW)**:
   - Gufw provides a graphical interface for managing UFW.
   - Install it with:
     ```
     sudo apt install gufw
     ```
   - Open it from the menu: "Firewall Configuration."

Remember, firewalls protect your network by filtering traffic based on predefined rules. Choose the method that suits your preference! 😊🔥

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 7/12/2024
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