Text 10807, 97 rader
Skriven 2006-04-22 15:34:14 av Randall Parker (1:379/45)
  Kommentar till text 10800 av Mike '/m' (1:379/45)
Ärende: Re: Best hardware firewall?
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From: Randall Parker <obfuscate_techieSPAMpundit_now@STOPfutureSPAMpundit_with_
bold_stuff.comNOW>

Here's a firewall router that also does 802.11g/b.  Goes for around $120. Surf
the
web from your laptop sitting outside.

http://www.epinions.com/pr-NetGear_PROSAFE_802_11G_fwg114pna_Firewall

http://www.netgear.com/products/details/FWG114P.php

Combination Router, Switch, Print Server, Wireless Access Point, and Firewall
Connects to the Internet with Cable, DSL, ISDN or Analog Modem One powerful
device, NETGEAR's ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Firewall with USB Print Server
consolidates multiple connection features and gives users the ability to share
secure wired and wireless network connections. Designed to connect multiple PCs
without running additional wires, it allows up to 253 users on the LAN -
including up
to 64 wireless users - to share one broadband Internet connection. Higher
wireless
speeds allow for distribution of large files and enables high performance
videoconferencing. The built-in print server enables multiple users to use a
single
printer. Full-scale business-class security that includes Wi-Fi Protected
Access, up
to two simultaneous VPN tunnels and Stateful Packet Inspection Firewall ensures
that
the network, network users, and data communications are thoroughly protected.
Fully
compliant with IEEE 802.11g and backward compatible to any existing IEEE
802.11b
network equipment. Web browser-based settings and on-screen help make setup a
breeze.
Fail safe features provide back-up connection to the Internet. Wall-mountable
to save
space.

Ultra Equipped
Built in to this firewall router is a 4-port 10/100 switch, an IEEE 802.11g
wireless
2.4 GHz 54 Mbps access point, and an easy connection USB print server port that
supports multiple print jobs simultaneously. An RS-232 serial port provides for
either an ISDN/analog modem fail-over backup or dial-up connections, and a 100
Mbps
WAN port allows for future high-speed broadband services. Seventeen LEDs
display
status at a glance. Supports single remote access server (RAS) client via the
serial
port.

Safeguarded
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) shields wireless communications with the highest
available level of industry-standard encryption, blocking unwanted users from
accessing the network without the proper permission and password. True firewall
using
Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI), Network Address Translation (NAT) and
Intrusion
Control capabilities provides defense against Denial of Service (DoS) hacker
attacks,
while 40/64 and 128 -bit WEP encryption protects the network from wireless
eavesdroppers. Virtual Private Network (VPN) enables secure access to your
office or
corporate network. Web page URL content filtering provides administrative
control
over access to inappropriate web sites. Provides logging and reporting alerts
of
Internet activity.

Helpful
Smart Wizard automatically detects the ISP connection type, and automatically
adjusts
your configuration. Extensive functions include MAC Address cloning/spoofing,
Import/Export router settings, Exposed Host (DMZ) support for unrestricted
communication between the Internet and a specified device, advanced settings
for
additional control by experienced users, and secure remote management
capability.

Mike '/m' wrote:
> On Sat, 22 Apr 2006 11:05:10 -0700, Randall Parker
> <obfuscate_techieSPAMpundit_now@STOPfutureSPAMpundit_with_bold_stuff.comNOW>
> wrote:
>
>
>>Anyone have experience with hardware firewalls? I want to use one to share a
DSL
>>connection for my desktops and laptop. Looking for a suggested brand.
>
>
> I've used this one in two installations.  Works well.
> http://www.smc.com/index.cfm?event=viewProduct&localeCode=EN_USA&cid=1&scid=1
7&pid=924
>
>   /m

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