Chapter 3
:
Getting Started
Release 8 STANDARD 1.1 August 2016
Touchstone TM804G Telephony Modem User Guide
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What About Security?
Having a high-speed, always-on connection to the Internet requires a certain amount of
responsibility to other Internet users—including the need to maintain a reasonably secure
system. While no system is 100% secure, you can use the following tips to enhance your
system’s security:
Keep the operating system of your computer updated with the latest security patches.
Run the system update utility at least weekly.
Keep your email program updated with the latest security patches. In addition, avoid
opening email containing attachments, or opening files sent through chat rooms,
whenever possible.
Install a virus checker and keep it updated.
Avoid providing web or file-sharing services over your Telephony Modem. Besides certain
vulnerability problems, most cable companies prohibit running servers on consumer-level
accounts and may suspend your account for violating your terms of service.
Use the service provider’s mail servers for sending email.
Avoid using proxy software unless you are certain that it is not open for abuse by other
Internet users (some are shipped open by default). Criminals can take advantage of open
proxies to hide their identity when breaking into other computers or sending spam. If you
have an open proxy, your service provider may suspend your account to protect the rest
of the network.
If you connect your Telephony Modem to a wireless LAN, make sure you enable security
and encryption on the wireless hub (for the same reasons that you should run only
secured proxies). Consult the documentation and technical support of the wireless
equipment provider for help.
Ethernet Connection
Ethernet is a standard method of connecting two or more computers into a Local Area
Network (LAN). You can use the Ethernet connection if your computer has built-in Ethernet
hardware.
Note: To connect more than one computer to the TM804G through the Ethernet port, you
need an Ethernet hub (available at computer retailers).
