Term: Firewall (computing), Description: Software or hardware-based network security system, Question: Can a firewall protect against a short circuit?, Answer:No
Fact1: A firewall is a computer program that protects unwanted attacks from penetrating a computer. Fact2: Firewalls are installed on computers and conduct routine background maintenance. Fact3: A short circuit is an electrical failure resulting from wires unable to conduct currents. Fact4: Short circuits, especially during updates can lead to the dreaded Windows Blue Screen of Death in which a computer is unable to restart. 