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In this article I’m going to go over the steps on How To Restrict Internet Access Using Group Policy (GPO). This can be especially useful for KIOSKS, lab computers, or even certain employees that spend way too much time on Youtube or other social media. The way to block it is essentially done by using a proxy server that points to the localhost. Since one won’t exist, it will show a proxy error, thus effectively blocking access to websites you don’t approve of.
This was recently the case for me, I had to block internet access to a Windows 10 user so I decided what a perfect time to share with you the steps that it takes. I should mention that the GPO works for Server 2016 as well as Server 2012R2. It is a user policy and it works with other browsers.
How To Restrict Internet Access Using Group Policy (GPO)
Now let’s walk through the steps to restrict internet access using group policy. I’m going to assume you already created the Organization Unit that you want to apply the policy to so we can skip that part.
If you would rather watch how this is configured, there is a video demo at the bottom of this article.
- Open up Group Policy Management Console (GPMC).
- Create a New Group Policy Object and name it Restrict Internet Access.
- Edit and navigate to: User Configuration -> Preferences -> Windows Settings -> Registry and create a New Registry Item.
- There are 4 registry items we need to create/update: ProxyEnable, ProxyServer, ProxyOverride, AutoDetect
The EnableProxy key will check the box to force the browser to use the proxy settings.
- Under the General Tab for the New Registry Properties:
- Action: Update. This will also create the reg key if it doesn’t exist.
- Hive: HKEY_CURRENT_USER
- Key Path: SOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionInternet Settings
- Value Name: ProxyEnable
- Value Type: REG_DWORD
- Value Data: 1
- Base: Hexadecimal
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Repeat the same steps to create an additional registry item. The ProxyServer will point to the localhost, 127.0.0.1.
- Action: Update.
- Hive: HKEY_CURRENT_USER
- Key Path: SOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionInternet Settings
- Value Name: ProxyServer
- Value Type: REG_SZ
- Value Data: 127.0.0.1:80
The next reg key will allow you to bypass the proxy server and let you view sites. Typically, you should allow your own domain name so the users can gain access to internal links and any sub-domains if applicable.
- Action: Update.
- Hive: HKEY_CURRENT_USER
- Key Path: SOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionInternet Settings
- Value Name: ProxyOverride
- Value Type: REG_SZ
- Value Data: *theSysadminChannel.com; <local>
The last registry item will disable/uncheck the “Automatically Detect Settings” part.
- Action: Update. This will also create the reg key if it doesn’t exist.
- Hive: HKEY_CURRENT_USER
- Key Path: SOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionInternet Settings
- Value Name: AutoDetect
- Value Type: REG_DWORD
- Value Data: 0
- Base: Hexadecimal
With those 4 registry settings implemented it should look like this once it has all been added.
Testing the Restrict Internet GPO
Don't Allow Software Internet Access Mac Computer
Once you add those registry keys you can see that within Internet Explorer -> Internet Options -> Connections -> LAN Settings -> the proxy settings we applied are now set. The only problem is that anyone can come in and simply overwrite the settings. Let’s fix that!
So still within Group Policy let’s navigate to User Configuration -> Policies -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Internet Explorer set the following.
- Disable Changing Automatic Configuration Settings: Set to Enabled
- Prevent Changing Proxy Settings: Set to Enabled
On a computer with the policy applied you will now see that the same settings are greyed out and the user is getting a proxy server isn’t responding error.
Block Internet Access with Group Policy (GPO) Video Demo
I hope this post was informative and gave you an easy to follow, step by step guide on How To Restrict Internet Access Using Group Policy (GPO).
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Windows 10 comes with a built-in Firewall app. It provides security from hackers and malicious software trying to access your PC using your network connection. It is possible to allow or deny a specific app from accessing the Internet. In this article, we'll see how it can be done.
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In Windows 10, Windows Firewall is based completely on the Windows Filtering Platform API and has IPsec integrated with it. This is true since Windows Vista where the firewall added outbound connection blocking and also comes with an advanced Control Panel called Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. It gives fine-grained control over configuring the firewall. The Windows Firewall supports multiple active profiles, co-existence with third-party firewalls, and rules based on port ranges and protocols.
Before you allow or deny apps in the Windows Firewall, ensure that you are signed in as an administrator.
To allow an app through Windows Firewall, do the following.
For some apps, like Total Commander, a special prompt 'Windows Security Alert' may appear as shown in the screenshot below. It can be used to allow or deny the app from accessing the network. Select the network locations you want to allow (private or public) or uncheck them all to block the app.
To allow an app through Windows Firewall using Firewall Settings, do the following.
Don't Allow Software Internet Access Mac 10
- Open Settings.
- Go to Network & Internet - Status.
- Scroll down to the link 'Windows Firewall' and click it.
- The following window will be opened. There, click the link 'Allow an app or feature through Windows Firewall' on the left side.
- Click the button 'Change settings' if you have UAC enabled to unblock other buttons.
- To allow some app, click on the button 'Allow another app'.
- In the next dialog, click the Browse button and pick an app you want to allow through Windows Firewall.
- Now, click on the button 'Network types...'. In the next dialog, select public, private or both network types to allow the app.
- Click on the 'Add' button and you are done.
Alternatively, you can use the netsh command to allow the app to access the network.
Here is a rule-based example for Total Commander, which does the same as above:
Here is a rule-based example for Total Commander, which does the same as above:
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You need to type it at an elevated command prompt.
Correct the file path and the rule name to fit your requirements.
Correct the file path and the rule name to fit your requirements.
Just like the steps for allowing an app, you can block certain apps from accessing the network.
To block an app in Windows Firewall, you can execute the following command:
The main difference from the previous command is the 'action=block' portion, which blocks the app from accessing the Internet.
In the Firewall settings, you can also block the allowed app. You can uncheck the check for the rule in the app's list (see the screenshot below) or remove the rule completely.
To remove the rule completely, select the desired app in the list and click the 'Remove...' button.
Finally, you can save your time and use our tiny OneClickFirewall app. After installing, it adds two context menu entries: Block Internet Access and Restore Internet Access.
Under the hood, OneClickFirewall uses netsh commands mentioned above. You might find this method faster.
That's it.
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