Can't log in

[NicoTheRocker Schnyder]

All the times I attempt to log in it appers a message that says :" DNS can't solve the host name" or something like that...

It's like my internet wasn't working ...it's been like this since yesterday I don't know what to do ...might be something related to the firewall maybe ??

 

Thank you!!!

[Rolig Loon]

Your viewer and SL's servers have temporarily lost the ability to talk to each other. Unless there's a problem with the servers (Always check http://status.secondlifegrid.net/ first), it's probably something on your end. So....

(1) Try shutting off your computer, unplugging the router and modem for a couple of minutes, and then plugging them back in and restarting. That simple step may clear up everything

(2) Change your DNS settings from whatever your ISP assigns you as a default. Use Google's free public DNS servers instead. Here's how >>> http://code.google.com/speed/public-dns/

(3) If things are STILL messed up, contact your ISP. Maybe they are working on their Internet connections. Mine go down for about 20 minutes once a month or so while they are vacuuming dust out of their servers, or whatever they do.

This is not likely to be a firewall issue, unless you have done something recently to change your firewall settings.  If you suspect that it might be possible, however, see here for instructions about how to set an exception for your viewer in your firewall software >>> http://wiki.secondlife.com/wiki/Configure_your_software_firewall

[Nalates Urriah]

You probablly are running a Mac. You need to fix your DNS set up. It is a known problem.

See: Troubleshoot Your #SL Connection - scroll to the section on DNS. Or Google for Google DNS.

[LoveAngeL Lyre]

Hello Nico and welcome to SL Forums. One more useful link below:

http://www.tomsguide.com/us/how-to-dns-fix,review-113.html

You can to experiment with different possible solutions, till to find which works for your system. Unfortunately...