Andreas <maps.on@xxxxxxx> writes: > Now, to embarass me a bit further, I'd need to ask why netstat now > (still) shows : > tcp 0 0 ::1:5432 :::* LISTEN > That's probaply some IP V6 thingy. Yup, that's the IPv6 spelling of localhost. > I didn't feel the need vor IP V6 until now so I don't have a clue and > I'd rather not have stuff listening there. You'd have to see about turning off IPv6 support in your kernel then. But since it's only a local loopback connection, I don't entirely see the point of worrying. regards, tom lane ---------------------------(end of broadcast)--------------------------- TIP 3: Have you checked our extensive FAQ? http://www.postgresql.org/docs/faq