Problems with file sharing programs

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The discussion centers on issues with file sharing programs, specifically Limewire, Ares, and WinMX, failing to function on a school T1 connection. The user reports that while WinMX connects and searches, downloads time out, and the other programs do not connect at all. The problem is attributed to the school's firewall blocking common peer-to-peer (P2P) ports, despite attempts to configure ZoneAlarm and AVG for full access. The suggestion is made to test the PC on a different network to confirm the issue.

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  • Understanding of peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing protocols
  • Familiarity with firewall configurations, specifically ZoneAlarm
  • Basic knowledge of network troubleshooting techniques
  • Awareness of operating system firewalls, particularly Windows XP
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  • Investigate how to configure ZoneAlarm for P2P applications
  • Learn about common P2P ports and how to check for their accessibility
  • Research network troubleshooting methods for school or corporate environments
  • Explore alternatives to WinMX, Limewire, and Ares that may bypass firewall restrictions
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This discussion is beneficial for users experiencing connectivity issues with file sharing programs, network administrators managing firewall settings, and anyone troubleshooting P2P application performance in restrictive environments.

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I haven't been able to get any file sharing programs to work with my computers connection. I'm using a school connection - T1 I think. I've tried Limewire, Ares, and WinMX. I got WinMX to connect and search, but nothing would download - they all just said Waiting for network response and then they eventually time out. The other two wouldn't even connect. I am using AVG for viruses and ZoneAlarm for a firewall. I setup ZL to give the programs full access and even tried shuting ZL and AVG down completely but that didn't change anything? Internet and AIM, etc work fine. Any Ideas? I am no expert so watch the lingo :). Thanks in advance.

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Sounds like the school connection is firewalled.
 
Yes, it sounds like your school is blocking the common p2p ports.
 
That can't be it, none of my friends here have had any trouble.
 
A simple experiment would be to take your pc to a friends room where you know it works and try it. I have no idea of how the lan your connecting to is configured so it is possible that your going thru a different server than your friends. Also what OS are you running ? If it's XP there is a built-in firewall that may be screwing things up. See:

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/security/internet/sp2_wfintro.mspx
 
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