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The DMZ Tab
The DMZ feature allows you to specify the IP address of the computer that will
be placed outside the firewall of your network.
Figure 6-11 – DMZ setup
With a firewall setup, it is often necessary to place some clients outside of the
firewall while leaving the others protected. You can do this using a
Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) to test or configure some applications (e.g. Internet
games, video conferencing, or VPN connections) or create a server connecting
to the Internet through the Intranet. Enter the IP Address of your computer
(e.g. 192.168.1.2) into the LAN IP Address field and click the Submit button.
Note: DMZ servers pose a security risk. A computer
designated as the default DMZ server loses much of the
protection of the firewall, and is exposed to exploits from the
Internet. If compromised, the DMZ server can be used to
attack your network.