Closing Ports on the network.

[sammy]

How do I close a port on the pc network?
I intend using the program eDonkey2000 for downloadings. However, in view
of the various virussen I am advised to close open ports and make only 4662
(for edonkey) open. No idea :-(
This is a stand alone pc which has only XP (I intend using it only for
downloading to save my actual pc from crashing due to an infection or
hacking.
thanks.

 

[Marc Reynolds [MSFT]]

You need to install a firewall on your client. You can configure the built
in XP firewall, ICF or purchase a 3rd party firewall. After installing the
firewall you will need to open the port required for your eDonkey
application.

283673 HOW TO: Enable or Disable Internet Connection Firewall in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/?id=283673

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Thanks,
Marc Reynolds
Microsoft Technical Support

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[sammy]

Thanks Marc,
I already have my XP firewall enabled but I think that blocks the way
in/out for all ports (or am I misunderstanding something here?). I realise
that disabling it completely puts me at risk.