Port Forwarding
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端口转发
Port Forwarding · N/A · 端口转发 · port FOR-wurd-ing · NAT forwarding · port mapping · Networking · router · nat · home-labNetworkingNAT forwarding port mapping/port FOR-wurd-ing/
Also known as: NAT forwarding, port mapping
Last updated August 9, 2026
Definition
Port forwarding maps an external port on your router to a device on your private network so outside clients can reach a specific service.
Real-World Example
Forwarding port 25565 to a home PC can host a game server — but it also increases exposure, so restrict and update carefully.
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