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This chapter covers the configuration of Fedora Linux to connect to the internet via a broadband DSL modem. Before proceeding with this chapter, it is important to understand the dangers of connecting a system directly to a DSL modem. Once the connection is established, the Fedora Linux system will be directly visible to anyone on the internet. It is important, therefore, to ensure that you have a firewall installed and running on the system to protect it from outside attack. If have not already configured your firewall, or are unsure of the current status of your firewall, we recommend first reading the [[Basic Fedora Linux Firewall Configuration]] and [[Using Firestarter to Configure a Fedora Linux Firewall]] chapters of this book.

To disable the connection at any time, simply launch the Network Configuration tool, select the connection and click on ''Deactivate''.