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Topic: Why not enable firewall by default?, If Windows XP SP2 can do it....

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ke4nt1

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Posted: Dec. 05 2004,07:19

I was thinking that once "root" is established,
the entire localnet is at risk, .. every computer ..

Best to keep alert as to what "ports" are open on your connected systems..

73
ke4nt

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Posted: Dec. 05 2004,08:12

The rcfirewall.dsl is absolutely brilliant!!

It works very very well and is automatic...especially if you have your DSL inside a DHCP network...makes a good stateful connection

Oh and it is capable of making a decent little router!!!!

Brian
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ke4nt1

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Posted: Dec. 05 2004,08:57

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Oh and it is capable of making a decent little router!!!!

Oh, you MUST share. !!!

Pray Tell !!!

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ke4nt

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Posted: Dec. 05 2004,16:42

How do I know what ports are open on my DSL/Linux box?

I assume that rcfirewall will let me do what I want once I build the rules.
I am familiar with Cisco PIX firewalls and Cisco routers and switches, so at least the theory i understand, but am sure the syntax would be different.
Would I need a dedicated machine for rcfirewall? And how does it compare with the 'home network' firewall, like D-Link, NetGear, etc? or a software firewall like the one on XP or the various virus protection software packages?

I guess I should have googled rcfirewall before asking these questions. I'll do that now, but please feel free to input your comments. You've woken my interest.