Hi everyone,
I would like to know what kind a communication/technology should be used for a multiplayer game or even for a simple chat.
I’ve got so confused and I really have no idea what to do.
(Please note that I’m a total newbie regarding flash and flash communications, so go easy on me please 
).
So far I’ve learned how to use Java as my server and how to use sockets for a persistent connection.
However I was told that it is a really bad idea because this method requires each client to disable his firewall/open ports (in case of a client behind a router).
I was also told I should use red5 as my server but I got lost with it as it seems like there is no proper tutorial/guide on how to use it.
I’d like to know what is the most common way that is used today (sockets/red5/other stuff I probably don’t know about…)
What does facebook multiplayer games use? (e.g. Zynga Texas Hold’em etc.)
Please help me as I’ve got really really really desperate now 
Thanks for your help!
