Information
Select this option to have Windows Firewall with Advanced Security display notifications to the user when a program is blocked from receiving inbound connections.
The recommended state for this setting is: No.
Rationale:
Some organizations may prefer to avoid alarming users when firewall rules block certain types of network activity. However, notifications can be helpful when troubleshooting network issues involving the firewall.
Impact:
Windows Firewall will not display a notification when a program is blocked from receiving inbound connections.
Solution
To establish the recommended configuration via GP, set the following UI path to 'No':
Computer Configuration\Policies\Windows Settings\Security Settings\Windows Firewall with Advanced Security\Windows Firewall with Advanced Security\Windows Firewall Properties\Public Profile\Settings Customize\Display a notification
Default Value:
Yes. (Windows Firewall with Advanced Security will display a notification when a program is blocked from receiving inbound connections.)