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In a message dated 12/9/99 2:48:26 PM Pacific Standard Time,
jstratmann@xxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:
> Someone stated that when you have Cable Modem or DSL connection you always
> have the SAME IP address. This isn't entirely true (not to step on
> anyone's toes here). But most Modems (of any type) use a Dynamic IP
> address - meaning your IP address is actually leased for a certain period
of
> time then later, you get a new one. In my area, I have to pay an extra
> charge to get a "STATIC IP" address - so my IP address is ALWAYS the same
> when I logon.
Yes it IS true. Because with a cable modem or DSL you never "logon". You are
logged on when it's installed and you don't log off.
Black Ice is said to have a pretty good firewall for DSL users.
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