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Jesus Pimp 09-25-2003 04:57 AM

Do I need to open ports for gaming?
 
I just got a router recently. I haven't played games online for a while now and thought about starting up again. Do I need to enable any ports for online gaming or should I be fine?

AxByC 09-25-2003 05:02 AM

i would say depending on the router you should be fine. i almost never have to forward ports on my router to play games. when i need to i just dmz the pc im playing on then switch it back off.

Cynthetiq 09-25-2003 05:36 AM

some games require certain ports to work online. depends on the game, each one uses different ports. DMZ is the perfect solution so that you don't have to mess with the router...

Wyodiver33 09-25-2003 06:46 PM

Well, I have a MS Wireless setup, and DSL, since installing the MS stuff, I can't play Age of Kings online. I've tried setting up DMZ, but no go. Sucks.

The_Dude 09-25-2003 07:13 PM

I've used a router before and I never had to mess with any port settings.

yotta 09-25-2003 11:24 PM

DO NOT USE DMZ IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A SOFTWARE FIREWALL

Just thought I'd mention that.... The router does not normaly allow internet users to route packets into your LAN.

Dilbert1234567 09-26-2003 01:15 PM

usualy no, only if you host a game do you need open ports

sapiens 09-30-2003 01:20 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by yotta
DO NOT USE DMZ IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A SOFTWARE FIREWALL

Just thought I'd mention that.... The router does not normaly allow internet users to route packets into your LAN.

Very good advice! Using DMZ without a software firewall is an invitation to let someone take over your computer!


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