xampp is running perfectly but yesterday, I have purchased Avast Internet Security and activated it. Now I could start “Apache and MySQL” from xampp but localhost is not responding. Browser shows following error:
This site can’t be reached
localhost refused to connect.
If I stop Avast, everything will be fine. Please help me to resolve this.
Hi, set the Avast FW to private mode.
I just downloaded and installed Avast today. I don’t see FW from the Avast User Interface.
Can you please help to find the place where I need to change this mode?
avast FAQ >> https://support.avast.com/
Firewall >> https://support.avast.com/en-eu/article/Antivirus-Firewall-Application-Rules
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NOTE:The Network profiles control the settings which determine how strictly Firewall protects your PC.
Private: a lower level of security suitable for when your PC is connected to a trusted network such as your home or work network. This profile enables better connectivity, and permits all communication within the network.
Public: a higher level of security suitable for when your PC is connected to a public network such as in a cafe or airport. Because public networks present greater security risks, no incoming communication is permitted when this profile is set.
I have opened Firewall Interface and is in “Off” mode. I couldn’t change it to “ON” mode.
Try the following:
Repair & Clean Install of Avast https://goo.gl/t7aJGq
Repair Avast:
Control Panel> Program and Features (Add/remove program)>Select Avast> Select Repair. Reboot when completed
https://www.avast.com/faq.php?article=AVKB204
If Repair doesn’t fix the problem, try the following:
If your Avast settings are not the default settings and you want them restored after the Clean Install, follow this before removing Avast.
https://goo.gl/TXjM7h
Clean Install of Avast:
https://goo.gl/4Ptzkf
If you need additional help with the Clean Install, watch this:
https://youtu.be/p-h3myRD51A