ahrenos
@attbi.com | Can I run a ftp server using Comcast Cable?
I just got Comcast cable and am trying to get a ftp server to run. It seems to set up ok but no one can access it. I have it set on port 21. Does comcast block this? If you dont mind replying via email, please reply to comcast@ahreno.com |
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hello123454
Premium
join:2002-02-02
Wilmington, DE | Nope its against Comcast's TOS - »comcast.net/terms/index.jsp |
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J D McDorce
Premium
join:2001-12-29
Westland, MI | reply to ahrenos
That depends on how you define the word Can  |
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ahrenos
@attbi.com | reply to ahrenos
am I able to? I don't care if they want me to or not just if I am physically able to. |
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hello123454
Premium
join:2002-02-02
Wilmington, DE | I am sure you physically can but i don't think someone is going to show you how to run a server against the TOS publically. Someone can email you. |
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ahrenos
@attbi.com | reply to ahrenos
i got it... i had the XP firewall turned on or the setup automatically turned it on. How closely do they watch that I have one running? I will be having dvd sized files sent to me here and there. |
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voltaic
join:2001-04-08
Malvern, PA
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DVD sized meaning ~4 gig?
If that's the case, at around 30KB/s it's going to take a long time. They are generally ignorant when it comes to servers because I guess not a lot of people run them. But they might actually notice it if you start to serve gigabytes of data. |
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MPScan
Premium
join:2001-08-24
Boston, MA
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said by ahrenos:
I will be having dvd sized files sent to me here and there.
I think this is the key word in your post. If you are having DVD files sent to you, even through FTP, they shouldn't really mind as it is only using your D/L bandwith and the DVD should go through fairly quick (vs uploading). However, if you setup a FTP to serve these DVD files to others, then you may catch their eye. |
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seaquake
Premium,MVM
join:2001-03-23
Millersville, MD
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I don't have an inside scoop or anything, but I have a feeling if they see activity on the FTP port, they are eventually going to track you down.
Of course, no one says you can't run an FTP daemon on a port OTHER than 21*, right? (wink wink).
*21 is FTP right? I get 21 and 23 confused with ftp and telnet. I do remember 25 is for mail, though.
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Qumahlin
Never Enough Time
Premium,MVM
join:2001-10-05
united state
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Comcast does not currently actively search for FTP's etc. However if for some reason they notice you do have an FTP open and it is allowing anonymous login etc and it is filled with pirated movies and software, you will be called to turn it off.
Now i'm sensing when you say sent to you here and there it probably means you have someone FXP'ing you stuff. I mean generally you might want to choose a different port either way just in case.
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beta testing
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join:2002-11-15
usa | yes, i am running a small* server and definately put it on ports other than 80 and 21. that would work best  |
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daytrader50
join:2003-04-08
Wilmington, DE | reply to seaquake
If you have a router it's best to port forward to a higher port. Just to keep off of that Comcast radar. |
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J D McDorce
Premium
join:2001-12-29
Westland, MI | reply to ahrenos
In addition, as a cautionary note, if the DVD-sized files involve copyrighted material that you do not have authorization to be sending, you may run the risk of being caught by a third party. |
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Neophyte101
All Your E-Mail Are Belong To Us
join:2002-01-02
Deep River, CT | reply to ahrenos
Don't believe these people who say no. You CAN run an FTP server on Comcast... at least until they find you and blacklist you. |
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Robot Army
join:2002-08-27
Catonsville, MD
clubs: | reply to ahrenos
I wouldn't risk it...esp. w/ web hosting being so cheap these days... Just get a cheap acct w/ a web hosting company and pull files from there instead
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snipper_cr
join:2002-01-22
Wheaton, IL
clubs: | reply to ahrenos
If you were running any form of file server (be it HTTP, FTP, DCC ect) What would happen if they caught you? What would happen if it was copyrighted material? |
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CableUZR
Cuidado, Hay Llamas
join:2003-02-04
Mount Holly, NJ
clubs:
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Seriously, a few things would most likely happen:
1. Your modem would be taken offline.
2. You would get a friendly call from an abuse agent explaining that you had agreed to the Comcast TOS and that you are in violation of the agreement.
3. After your discussion with Comcast, you're modem would once again be able to receive a valid bootfile, you would get on with your life, Comcast would get on with collecting your monthly subscription dollars.
4. If you were found to be distributing copyrighted material, what would happen next would depend entirely on the copyright holder. As of late, RIAA has been suing the crap out of everyone...
Happy Filesharing,
Uzr |
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