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Using Your Linux Computer As A UPnP AV Server (Part 3)

makeuseof.com — Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) is a set of computer network protocols that allows devices to connect and share files seamlessly. It is like accessing a computer and sharing files in your local network except that there is zero configuration required and you can simply plug in your device and get connected.

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  • 4DFX, on 11/09/2008, -0/+5While UPnP is a very convenient thing, let me remind you that it poses a huge security threat. For example, someone can write a flash app that requests a redirection to your computer. It's extremely easy to bypass a firewall this way.
  • Chaotix, on 11/08/2008, -0/+2Well written. Just the right amount of info for me.
  • nomadspartan, on 11/08/2008, -0/+2Here are part 1 and 2.
    http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/using-your-linux-comp ...

    http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/using-your-linux-comp ...
  • forknife, on 11/09/2008, -0/+1yeah I'm wary of anything where I have to open a port for it to work, but that being said it is the easiest option to stream HD video to a ps3... I guess you can always close any ports when you are done...

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