Tcp/udp ports < 1024 are considered privileged and only root can use them. You should be able to run squid on a port > 1024. (google on "linux privileged ports) Be sure to check with the sysadmin of the server to make sure they allow the port(s) you choose via the system firewall (assuming there is one). Easiest way to test is to launch squid on XX port and then from a dos prompt, telnet to the host using this syntax: telnet 10.10.10.10 2083 (assuming 10.10.10.10 is the ip of the server and 2083 is the port you choose). I hope that helps. Regards, Jason P Hodges Senior Network and Systems Architect -----Original Message----- From: Huntress calling [mailto:gk_chesterton@xxxxxxxxxxx] Sent: Monday, November 30, 2009 10:13 AM To: squid-users@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: Basic installation question I've searched all over the web, including the official site, but can't find a definitive answer to this. Is it possible to install Squid on a shared server, where you don't have root access? (Rented space, in other words.) Erin _________________________________________________________________ Bing brings you maps, menus, and reviews organized in one place. http://www.bing.com/search?q=restaurants&form=MFESRP&publ=WLHMTAG&crea=T EXT_MFESRP_Local_MapsMenu_Resturants_1x1