Web server slows whole network

[Harald Hoyer]

Joe Borne wrote:
> I have a box running Fed Core 2 final that is my web server. It's not
> taking much traffic because it's mainly for family use. I get mayb 200
> hits a day total.
> 
> However, as soon as I turn on httpd the ping time to my local ISP DNS
> server goes up from 70-150ms to more like 800-1200 ms. This effects
> every PC, Mac or Linux box on my home network. The effect on web
> browsing is significant. Turning off httpd causes it to immediately
> resume the faster speed.
> 
> Can anyone tell me the cause of this and how I might address it?
> 
> 
> Thanks in advance,
> 
> Joe
> 

This question should go to fedora-list... anyway, do you block port 80 to the outer world?