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Network Port Requirements for Using Fectar and Fectar MeetUp in Educational and Corporate Networks

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Introduction

To provide an optimal experience with the Fectar app and Fectar MeetUp within schools, universities, and corporate environments, it's essential to ensure that your network settings allow the necessary traffic. This guide outlines the specific network ports that need to be open on your Wi-Fi and wired networks to enable seamless use of Fectar's services.

Fectar App Network Requirements

The Fectar app requires access to standard web ports to function correctly. These ports are commonly open by default but should be verified to ensure connectivity.

  • TCP Port 80: Used for standard HTTP traffic.
  • TCP Port 443: Used for secure HTTPS traffic.

Action Items:

  • Verify that outbound and inbound traffic on TCP ports 80 and 443 is allowed.
  • Ensure that any web filtering or proxy services permit traffic to and from Fectar's domains.

Fectar MeetUp Network Requirements

Fectar MeetUp, our interactive collaboration and augmented reality platform, requires additional network configurations due to its real-time communication features.

  • TCP Port 80: Standard HTTP traffic.
  • TCP Port 443: Secure HTTPS traffic.
  • UDP Ports 12000 - 52000: Used for real-time audio, video, and data communication.

Why Does Fectar MeetUp Use UDP Ports 12000 - 52000?

Fectar MeetUp utilizes a wide range of UDP ports for the following reasons:

  • Real-Time Communication: UDP is preferred for real-time applications because it allows for low-latency transmission of audio and video streams.
  • Dynamic Port Allocation: Using a range of ports allows the application to establish multiple simultaneous connections, which is essential for group interactions and data sharing.
  • Firewall and NAT Traversal: A broader port range increases the likelihood of successful connections in diverse network environments.

Action Items:

  • Configure your firewall to allow outbound and inbound traffic on UDP ports 12000 to 52000.
  • If using Network Address Translation (NAT), ensure that UDP traffic on these ports is properly forwarded.
  • Consider implementing Quality of Service (QoS) policies to prioritize UDP traffic for Fectar MeetUp to enhance performance.

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