Although I'm still fairly new, I'm getting comfortable using linux now so I am planning on using slackware for both my desktop and laptop and wanted to ask a question before I install it on my laptop.
Since I'll be using wireless, I wanted to setup iptables correctly. I just need to connect to the internet, torrent, use irc, and connect to wireless network. I don't do any SSH, or have any servers - just a normal laptop user. Maybe I don't need a firewall for this case but I can't stand the feeling of having no protection even if it's safe, probably because what I experienced on windows.
I think I have it right but wanted to double check if I'm doing something wrong without knowing it.
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Select Type of Internet Address
Dynamic Internet IP Address (using dynamic ip)
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Single System or Private Network Gateway?
Single System
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Allow Inbound Services
Time Server (to update my computer's time?)
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Specify a custom port range
Checked both TCP/UDP and add the port range my torrent uses.
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Do you use Internet Relay Chat (IRC)?
Checked
What I'm mainly worried is about Inbound services. I have a feeling I need the FTP server and passive FTP connections for my internet to work properly.