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   I have a small(3 computers)home network set up using a 5-Port Linksys Workgroup Hub. Each computer has its own IP address. I am also connected to a cable modem. The networking "guru" at the office said I need to switch my protocol from TCP/IP to NETBEUI to prevent intrusion from people on my local node(I have file and print sharing enabled). I've started noticing slowdowns in file transfers between the computers. Is is safe to return to TCP/IP? I use Zone Alarm as my firewall.

                       Doyle Hirsch
                     ofw2is @ hotmail.com

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