Re: Firewalls

Subject: Re: Firewalls
From: Robert Vogt IV (robert@arborhost.com)
Date: Mon Aug 06 2001 - 19:09:50 MDT

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> > > The Linksys is $ 99.00 after a $ 15.00 rebate...
> >
> > > > Yes: buy a combo router/hub box for a couple hundred, plug it
> > > > in, and admin it through a web interface. I love Linux, but I
> > > > don't see the point of using it for a small LAN gateway and
> > > > dealing with IP chain configs when a cheap, off-the-shelf
> > > > product works just fine.
> >
> > Or, take out ur old Mac IIci, slap NetBSD + a couple enet cards
> > on/in it, and go! :)
>
> Except that solution:
>
> 1. Takes up more physical space.
                Sorry about the tin can. ;)

> 2. Uses more electricity.
                U live in California?
        
> 3. Is harder to install/configure/maintain.
                Much more flexible... and upgradeable.

> 4. Costs more.
                No.

        But - this whole thread is counter-productive. Please cease +
desist.

                        -Robert Vogt IV

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