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This page is a list of things to remember when setting up a host.
!!Enable UTF8 locales
-When prompted for locales, remember to generate UTF-8 varients as without these utf8 applications will fail to run.
+When prompted for locales, remember to generate UTF-8 varients as without these utf8 applications will fail to run. (See UnicodeNotes for more hints on how to do this.)
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+!!Make sure machines are behind a properly configured Firewall
+If you are on a network, make sure your gateway is either behind a hardware FireWall device, or is acting as a firewall. If your machine is standalone and connects directly to the internet, make sure you configure a software firewall. See FirewallNotes
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