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I have a Watchguard X Edge router and want to see if there is a effective and efficient way to block Asia and Europe ip addresses. &nbsp;I am frequently having attempts to hack our system from the usual suspects in those areas. &nbsp;<br />
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I was planning to use Blocked Sites on the Edge but this is going to be very intensive. &nbsp;Thanks for any ideas.
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I have a Watchguard X Edge router and want to see if there is a effective and efficient way to block Asia and Europe ip addresses.  I am frequently having attempts to hack our system from the usual suspects in those areas.  

I was planning to use Blocked Sites on the Edge but this is going to be very intensive.  Thanks for any ideas.

Watchguard X Edge - Block Europe and Asia

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