BBS access problem

[hypnotiq]

[I've moved the initial 5 posts in this thread here into their own topic. - Makai Guy, BBS Admin]

Brian, can you take a look at the PM I sent you please? Im still having that issue.

 

[TUGBrian]

Wouldnt be ip related IMO.

sounds like some sort of security software on your PC....id add tugbbs.com to the list of exceptions...and or trusted sites.

 

[hypnotiq]

Def not security software on my system(s) Brian as 1) I dont run sec software on my comps and 2) same laptop I can browse fine from at work but not at home.

I checked the router and there is no filter specifically set on tugbbs and nothing was changed inside of it either when it stopped working. I bypassed my router and went straight through my cable modem and still was unable to reach the tug forums.Ill try releasing the IP when I get home and see if I can get comcast to issue me a new one, however, the issue is 100% IP related which is why I asked if perhaps something was being done on your end to block certain ips/filtering/etc.

 

[Makai Guy]

... which is why I asked if perhaps something was being done on your end to block certain ips/filtering/etc.

Yes, we block some IPs that have repeatedly and consistently been used by spammers. We try not to block dynamic IPs. I think, though, that blocked IPs see a notice from the board that their access has been blocked -- at least we've received complaints citing one.

PM me your home IP and I'll make sure it's not being blocked at this end.

 

[hypnotiq]

Done.

thanks.

 

[Makai Guy]

The IP you PMed me is not on our block list.

 

[hypnotiq]

Thanks! Ill be following up with comcast now. Joy!

 

[hypnotiq]

Issue resolved. Comcast said that they were blocking my IP from accessing the IP that went to the BBS but couldn't give me a reason why.

Back in business.