Re: Question about blocking IP's

In comp.os.linux.networking yas_chan <nestor_kun@xxxxxxxxxxx>:
[..]

> I understand I had better to close the 143 port. I have no use for
> IMAP. How can I close this port?

Just disable the service. Usually started from (x)inetd.

> Okay, I know - since we are talking about newsgroups - next reply to my
> post is going to be a slap on my face.
> But as I told you I'm a newbie asking for stupid questions.

A good starting point is usually "Linux - Rute User's Tutorial
and Exposition"

http://rute.2038bug.com/index.html.gz

Good luck

BTW
Please read this before posting anything else:

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