Firewall and Router Setup

THE INFORMATION IN THIS ARTICLE APPLIES TO:

• not GlobalSCAPE product specific

DISCUSSION

Firewalls and Routers

• Windows Firewall Configuration for use with CuteFTP
• The New Windows Firewall in Windows Vista
• Basic Windows XP Firewall Configuration for use with an FTP server
• Free help setting up your router or firewall - provided by PortForward.com
• Using CuteFTP with Norton Internet Security 2005
• Help for Linksys Routers: Setting Up an FTP Server behind a Linksys Router
• Windows Firewall with Advanced Security
• Help for NetGear Routers: How Do I Make an FTP Server on My Private LAN Visible to the Internet?
• How Firewalls Work
• Help for D-Link Routers: How can I host an FTP Server behind my router?
• Firewalls FAQ

If your equipment is not listed here, refer to the manufacturer's Web site for special configuration information.

Troubleshooting Tools and Technical References

• Determine your IP Address
• IANA Port Assignments
• RFC 1579 - Firewall-Friendly FTP
• RFC 1123 - Requirements for Internet Hosts - Application and Support

Manufacturer Web Sites for Software Firewall Packages

• Symantec (Norton) Support Site
• McAfee Support Site
• Microsoft has complete instructions on how to configure the Windows Firewall (formerly Internet Connection Firewall) which is built-in to Windows XP, SP2. Click here for more information.