Posted April 27, 20178 yr Hey guys, I just came here to ask a quick question, is port-fowarding my computer a good idea? Or should I just stick to Hamachi? Also, would a hosting service be a good idea, and if so, how do I import my stuff into the service? Apparently I'm addicted to these forums and can't help but read all the posts. So if I somehow help you, please click the "Like This" button, it helps.
April 28, 20178 yr Forwarding specific ports isn't bad, but you do not want to make your computer the "DMZ Host". Never used Hamachi, so honestly couldn't say, but I would imagine 1 less layer of software wouldn't be a bad thing. If you end up with lots of players, and want it always on, hosting might be a good idea, but of course that costs $$. And getting your world/etc up there would likely all depend on how the host provides access.
April 29, 20178 yr Author Thanks! Have port fowarded but the firewall seems to be blocking stuff. Any suggestions? (beside turning it off) Apparently I'm addicted to these forums and can't help but read all the posts. So if I somehow help you, please click the "Like This" button, it helps.
April 29, 20178 yr Hard to tell, since routers all set up a little differently. Screenshots of the port fwd config screen could help if ya can
April 29, 20178 yr Author Nevermind, I got it working. Running into some problems with a free domain from freenom tho... Apparently I'm addicted to these forums and can't help but read all the posts. So if I somehow help you, please click the "Like This" button, it helps.
April 30, 20178 yr I have one from no-ip.com, aside from having to renew monthly to prevent it expiring, works great!
April 30, 20178 yr Author Ok, now I officially use freedns.afraid.org, it works fine too. Don't even need to renew it! Apparently I'm addicted to these forums and can't help but read all the posts. So if I somehow help you, please click the "Like This" button, it helps.
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