IMs and Firewalls

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IMs and Firewalls

#1 PCIlliterateGal

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Posted 16 May 2005 - 10:53 PM

Can someone tell me if having a firewall interferes with instant messaging? If so, is there anything I can do to avoid having IM problems, and are there any firewall services known to interfere with instant messaging?

#2 jgweed

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Posted 16 May 2005 - 10:56 PM

As long as you allow the IM application internet access, there is no problem.
Chances are if you launch an IM application, your firewall will ask for permission, and you can check "always allow."
Regards,
John

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