I'm having an issue with the Windows 7 Advanced Firewall inbound rules. I am using group policy to deploy these settings to a few test machines. Take for example, the Remote Desktop rule I implemented. I see this rule come through to my system so I am sure the GPO is being applied correctly. I am locking down this rule based on an AD group. Only people in this specific group have the ability to rdp to the test machine. For some reason, this rule does not work. Does anyone have any ideas as to what this might be?

With Windows 7, you get a completely revamped firewall package. Not only do you get more control over incoming traffic, but you can finally monitor and control outbound traffic too. If you're a novice user who just wants to get work done safely, the default rules will probably be good enough for you. On the other hand, if you're a power user with a fetish for configuring every small thing by hand, the new firewall will be an incredibly valuable tool for you. So let's start by opening the Windows Firewall. Click on the Start button, then go to Control Panel. In the Control Panel, choose Windows Firewall.