Tenda XPON ONT HG1 - URL Blocking

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7.2.5 URL blocking
Overview
The URL blocking function enables you to block LAN clients from accessing certain websites by
specifying a Fully Qualified Domain Name (FQDN) or keyword.
To access the configuration page, log in to the web UI of the ONT and navigate to Services >
Firewall > URL Blocking. The rule added is shown in the URL Blocking Table.
Parameter description
Parameter
Description
URL Blocking
Specifies whether to enable the URL blocking function.
FQDN
Specifies the domain name that you want to block LAN clients from accessing.
An FQDN, sometimes also referred to as an absolute domain name, is a domain name that
specifies its exact location in the tree hierarchy of the Domain Name System (DNS). It
specifies all domain levels, including the top-level domain and the root zone.
Block clients from accessing certain websites
Assume that you use the ONT to provide internet access at your home. You want your children to
focus on studying rather than social media, such as Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. You can use
URL blocking to reach the goal.
Procedure:
Step 1
Log in to the web UI of the ONT.
Step 2
Navigate to Services > Firewall > URL Blocking.
Step 3
Select Enable for URL Blocking, and click Apply Changes.
Step 4
Enter Facebook in FQDN and click Add. Repeat this step for blocking Twitter and
Instagram.
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