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Network Services (xinetd)
Configure the network services (such as finger, talk, and ftp) to start when SUSE
Linux boots using Network Services. These services enable external hosts to connect
to your computer. Various parameters can be configured for every service. By default,
the master service that manages the individual services (inetd or xinetd) is
not started.
When this module starts, choose whether to start inetd or xinetd. The selected
daemon can be started with a standard selection of services. Alternatively, compose
your own selection of services with Add, Delete, and Edit.
WARNING: Configuring Network Services (xinetd)
The composition and adjustment of network services on a system is a
complex procedure that requires a comprehensive understanding of the
concept of Linux services. The default settings are usually sufficient.
Proxy
Configure Internet proxy client settings in Proxy. Click Enable Proxy then enter
the desired proxy settings. You can test these settings by clicking Test Proxy Settings.
A small window informs you whether your proxy settings work correctly.
After your settings have been entered and tested, save them by clicking Accept.
Remote Administration
To administer your machine remotely from another machine, use Remote Administration.
To maintain your system remotely, use a VNC client, such as krdc, or a
Java-enabled browser. Although remote administration using VNC is simple and
fast, it is less secure than using SSH, so you should always keep this in mind when
using a VNC server. Find detailed information about installing with a VNC client
in Section “Simple Remote Installation via VNC—Static Network Configuration”
(Chapter 1, Remote Installation, ↑Reference).
Allow remote administration by selecting Allow Remote Administration in Remote
Administration Settings. Selecting Do Not Allow Remote Administration disables
this function. Click Open Port in Firewall to allow access to your computer.
Clicking Firewall Details displays network interfaces with open ports in the firewall.
Select the desired interface and click OK to return to the main dialog. Click Accept
to complete the configuration.
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