How to Set up Firewall on Synology NAS (and why you probably do not need one)

This tutorial goes over how to set up a firewall on a Synology NAS. A firewall allows you to only accept traffic from specific IP addresses or subnets on specific ports. Most Synology users likely do not require a firewall due to the fact that their router will act as the firewall. #synology #firewall #networking Hire Me! www.spacerex.co/hire-me/?utm_source=YouTube&utm_me… Support the Channel & Get Early Access to ALL Videos: youtube.com/c/spacerexwill/join Post on the forums: forums.spacerex.co/ More DSM 7.2 Videos: DSM 7.2 release video:    • DSM 7.2 Finally Released - New Features!   SMB Multichannel:    • DOUBLE YOUR Performance - (new featur...   Overview of DSM 7.2:    • Synology DSM 7.2 Beta Is Awesome!   Container Manager (previously docker):    • DSM 7.2 Beta - Container Manager is a...   Best Synology Line up*: DS923+ : amzn.to/3IFQb79 DS1621+: amzn.to/3SesIge DS1821+: amzn.to/3IhBaXr RS1221+: amzn.to/3SiOL5I Desk accessories (desk pad, keyboard stand, wrist rest)*: bit.ly/3qRKix8 , discount code SPACEREX for 10% off TOC 00:00 Introduction 01:09 What is a firewall? 02:17 Overview of firewalls on Synology 05:03 Setting up the firewall 06:54 Basic firewall rules (local network access only) 13:08 Configuring to allow remote access 17:18 A few closing notes *These are affiliate links, which means that if you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you). Thank you for supporting my channel!