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network loopback in XP

Discussion in 'Networking (Hardware & Software)' started by jumpshotjrh, 2008/01/28.

  1. 2008/01/28
    jumpshotjrh

    jumpshotjrh Inactive Thread Starter

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    Can anyone tell me why it is necessary to have "MS TCP Loopback Interface" running? I have a valid, working wireless network connection from my laptop to DSL modem, and from there to my desktop through a wired router. The loopback thing appears on both desktop and laptop. What the heck does it do? Do I really need this thing??? Thanks, guys!
     
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  2. 2008/01/29
    Dcrypter

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    Some applications need a valid network address in order to run. These applications are very rare, but the loopback adapter allows for windows to trick the app into running.
     
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  4. 2008/01/30
    jumpshotjrh

    jumpshotjrh Inactive Thread Starter

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    Thanks!

    Yes, thanks, Decrypter, Loopback serves several purposes for certain programs and for testing network links when a network connection is not available. None of these apply in my case. I have a valid network connection and no programs that I know of are running anything that should require the loopback.
     
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