How do firewalls have an effect on websites?

Question by Luke Shepherd: How do firewalls have an effect on websites?
For part of my assignment i need to know how firewalls can have an effect on the performance of an e-commerce website?
Could anyone help me out please?
Thanks

Best answer:

Answer by Adam
just like on your computer a firewall keeps it safe from hackers.

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