IronOre12
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I know from past experience, that whether it be from a cranky clan after a loss, or a "professional hacker", DDoS'ing is a real threat on MCGamer.
Q- First off, what is a DDoS Attack?
A- There are two types of internet take-down attacks, DoS Attacks, and DDoS Attacks.
Q- What's a DoS Attack?
A- A Denial of Service (DoS) Attack is when a single computer sends an enormous amount of data packets to a server. The server gets overwhelmed with this new information and crashes. A DoS attack can be stopped with basic software, or a strong internet connection.
Q- What's a DDoS Attack?
A- Well, a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) Attack is a much more serious attack, and is a federal offensive (In The USA) carrying a hefty fine. A DDoS Attack is the same as a DoS attack, except on a massive scale. The same principles apply: a device overloads a server with tons of information. The difference is that hundreds, even THOUSANDS of "botnets" send out this data. This means, that it is almost IMPOSSIBLE to stop once it has started because there are multiply sources to defend from.
Q- You said it's a federal offense?!
A- Yes. If you have received any sort of threat, contact your local authorities directly. NOTE: DO NOT use 911, call your police department.
Q- IM UNDER ATTACK!!!!
Q- I haven't been attacked but I'm afraid I may be...
Q- First off, what is a DDoS Attack?
A- There are two types of internet take-down attacks, DoS Attacks, and DDoS Attacks.
Q- What's a DoS Attack?
A- A Denial of Service (DoS) Attack is when a single computer sends an enormous amount of data packets to a server. The server gets overwhelmed with this new information and crashes. A DoS attack can be stopped with basic software, or a strong internet connection.
Q- What's a DDoS Attack?
A- Well, a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) Attack is a much more serious attack, and is a federal offensive (In The USA) carrying a hefty fine. A DDoS Attack is the same as a DoS attack, except on a massive scale. The same principles apply: a device overloads a server with tons of information. The difference is that hundreds, even THOUSANDS of "botnets" send out this data. This means, that it is almost IMPOSSIBLE to stop once it has started because there are multiply sources to defend from.
Q- You said it's a federal offense?!
A- Yes. If you have received any sort of threat, contact your local authorities directly. NOTE: DO NOT use 911, call your police department.
Q- IM UNDER ATTACK!!!!
- Well, if you are certain you are under attack call your ISP and have them investigate.
- Go unplug your source of internet access and wait for about 5-10 minutes. Give the system time to reboot.
- If your ISP can't do anything, call this number: +1 (866) 250 7659. That is the number to the Incapsula DDoS Protection Center.
Q- I haven't been attacked but I'm afraid I may be...
- Contact your ISP and have them change your IP to dynamic instead of static. A dynamic IP resets itself every time your modem is reset.
- Get Prolexic, a free DDoS Protection Service
- Do not give your IP to anyone you do not trust or have come into contact with directly.
- This means you should not add people you don't know to your Hamachi or Minecraft server, if they are using your personal IP.
- Encode your IP where possible; On TeamSpeak 3, your IP is hidden by default and only Server Admins can view it. If you feel your security may be compromised by their power, contact other server admin for assistance.
- Use buffers: Although Google Fiber may blast grandma's router from the water, a router acts as a gateway to your modem. I don't suggest you buy 100 routers for added security, but instead of a direct connection to your modem, routers can absorb more of your info.
