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I like to connect with other players and play games on computer, especially dominoes. I can't host a game or join others. Other player say it might have something to do with my router and the ports, etc. where you have to have IP numbers. I have IP number but still can't join games

Usman Mubashir
2012-10-05 06:18:18
Apart from what others have to say, do check that your game has the same version as the rest of the players.
James Franklin
2012-10-04 18:11:40
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Might be an internet connection issue, or you have outdated games.
ha14
2012-10-04 10:18:55
see if your firewall or antivirus blockingport forwarding is only necessary if you wish to act as a server (or the sender in a P2P relationship). A client does not need to forward ports.port forwardinghttp://www.wikihow.com/Set-up-Port-Forwarding-on-a-RouterReliable Open Port Check Toolhttp://portforward.com/help/portcheck.htmPFConfig shareware?http://portforward.com/
Drew Butler
2012-10-07 03:07:02
^Good Advice