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This chapter covers the configuration of Ubuntu Linux to connect to the internet via a broadband DSL modem. Before proceeding which this chapter it is important to understand the dangers of connecting a system directly to a DSL modem. Once the connection is established the Ubuntu Linux system will be directly visible to anyone on the internet. It is important to ensure that you have a firewall installed and running on the system to protect it from outside attack. The Firestarter firewall provides a easy to use and flexible firewall configuration environment. Before reading this chapter we recommend first reading the [[Using Firestarter to Configure an Ubuntu Linux Firewall]] chapter of this book.