Play on work computer

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Gexern
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Play on work computer

Post by Gexern »

Hello all.

I can download the client, and run it on my work computer. It will show stats like how many is online and that the server is up, but when I try to log in, I quickly get a "connect timed out".

I use the company wi-fi and VPN. If i try to connect using a hotspot, I cannot access the internet without logging into the VPN, so that does not work.

Anyone know of any work arounds?
WowIFuckedUpBADLY
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Post by WowIFuckedUpBADLY »

...yeah, the workaround is don't be a leech stealing your company's productivity for some shitty 2D mmo? actually do your job?
KingCrimson
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WowIFuckedUpBADLY wrote:...yeah, the workaround is don't be a leech stealing your company's productivity for some shitty 2D mmo? actually do your job?
imagine being corporate shill, man do you don't have respect for yourself?
heartsauks
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Re: Play on work computer

Post by heartsauks »

Gexern wrote:Hello all.

I can download the client, and run it on my work computer. It will show stats like how many is online and that the server is up, but when I try to log in, I quickly get a "connect timed out".

I use the company wi-fi and VPN. If i try to connect using a hotspot, I cannot access the internet without logging into the VPN, so that does not work.

Anyone know of any work arounds?
Most corporate VPNs restrict non-work traffic. You can try one of these options:

Run the client from a personal device not connected to the VPN.

Use your phone’s hotspot without connecting the VPN (if company policy allows).

Ask your IT department if the game’s ports can be whitelisted (though this is rarely approved).

Otherwise, there’s no safe workaround that complies with company network policies.
Mr_Bober
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Post by Mr_Bober »

I think your best chance is to show the game to the IT guy and convince them to play as well.
There's a good chance they are nerds too, and might get hooked! If so, they will start playing in the office as well, and you'll be able to connect through the VPN no problem ;)

Or you can try to pull the boss into the game :lol:
oleanna
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Post by oleanna »

Shadow work if you have a good wifi
massagemechanism
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Re: Play on work computer

Post by massagemechanism »

Gexern wrote:Hello all.

I can download the client, and run it on my work computer. It will show stats like how many is online and that the server is up, but when I try to log in, I quickly get a "connect timed out".

I use the company wi-fi and VPN. If i try to connect using a hotspot, I cannot access the internet without logging into the VPN, so that does not work.

Anyone know of any work arounds?
It seems like your company VPN is blocking all non-work traffic. Unless you can detach your personal device from the VPN, you’re pretty much out of luck — better stay home. :roll:
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nigga go work, you're getting paid
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wait you guys are getting paid for work?
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loleznub wrote:wait you guys are getting paid for work?
what a weird way to tell us you work as an unpaid reddit/discord mod or 4chan janitor
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