How do I disable Windows Firewall?

To disable Windows Firewall, complete the following: Windows 8 and 10 Right-click on the Windows icon in the bottom left of the screen. Select Control Panel . Click System and Security . Click Windows Firewall . Click Turn Windows Firewall on or off . Select Turn off Windows Firewall. Click OK . Windows 7 Click Start . Select Control Panel . Click System and Security . Click Windows Firewall . Click Turn Windows Firewall on or off . Select Turn off Windows Firewall Click OK .