from the Internet only if it is part of a session that was initiated by one of the users on the secure Local Area Network (LAN), but will block all communications that are initiated from the Internet. SPI has the added benefit of being easy to manage, making it ideal for those who don't have MIS people for networking maintenance.

Does the BroadGuard support routing protocols? Yes, it support both RIP I & RIP II.

I am not able to get the web configuration screen for the BroadGuard. What can I do?

You may have to remove the proxy settings on your Internet browser, e.g., Netscape Navigator or Internet Explorer. Or remove the dial-up settings on your browser.

Will the BroadGuard allow me to use my own public IP and Domain? The BroadGuard allows for customization of your public IP and Domain. If you use a cable connection see Figure 35, page 28. For DSL users, see Figure 37, page 29.

Is there an internal cable or DSL modem in the BroadGuard?

No, the BroadGuard must work in conjunction with an external cable or DSL modem.

Which modems are compatible with the BroadGuard?

The BroadGuard is compatible with virtually any cable or DSL modem that supports Ethernet.

How can I check whether I have static DHCP IP Addresses? Consult your BSP to confirm the information.

How do I get Half-Life: Team Fortress to Work with the BroadGuard? If you want to host a game, you must expose your PC to the Internet using DMZ Host (see DMZ Host, page 34). If you only want to join a game hosted by somebody else, then there is no need to set your machine as a DMZ Host.

How do I get mIRC to work with the BroadGuard?

You must expose your PC to the Internet using DMZ Host (see DMZ Host, page 34).

How can I learn more about Internet safety issues?

As parents, protecting children from accessing websites that contain improper content is critical. Many sites discuss this issue on the Internet. You can use a search engine (e.g. www.yahoo.com) to get those sites’ addresses by entering the keywords “child safety”. The www.getnetwise.org website is suggested for parents to obtain more information.

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