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  • From: baslinux AT lists.ibiblio.org
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  • Subject: Re: [BL] use your gmail acct for archiving/backup
  • Date: Sat, 14 Jul 2007 14:17:27 +1200

Message from Steven
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James wrote:
>
> your IP tells their smtp server that you are their
> customer). Wouldn't it be possible to spoof one's
> IP though, and so gain access to an smtp server you
> otherwise wouldn't be allowed to use?

I doubt it. The ISP doesn't just assign you an IP
address, it provides your connection. I imagine
they check that you are actually connected to them
before giving you SMTP access.

> > Throwing the baby out with the bathwater, are you?
>
> Not sure what you're getting at here.

baby = BasicLinux. It appeared that you were suggesting
that users use freesco (?) instead of BasicLinux.

Cheers,
Steven




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