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On Sun, Sep 14, 2003 at 12:58:19PM -0400, fbsd_user wrote:
> other options. I have used both IPFW and IPFILTER, IPFW's keep state
> rules do not function correctly on a DSL or cable internet
> connection,

I use IPFW with stateful rules on a cable connection without problem. 
I've tested them to confirm that they keep state and respond appropriately 
to packets. I haven't been able to find a mention of a problem with 
stateful rules in the archives, except for problems using advanced stateful 
rules with a divert rule. The original poster isn't using either, so 
that shouldn't be causing a problem for him. 

Bob Hall