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Re: [PLUG] [semi-OT] integrating new dsl gateway into lan
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Well...the new router offers protection from the Internet side, but what
about wireless access to your LAN?
Do you want to give up the administrative FUN of the PC-based
router/firewall?
Art Alexion wrote:
> That's a question I hadn't thought of. I originally planned to use only the
> router and have the other machines only in client roles. Now that you
> mention it, I was relying on the Linux firewall to protect the
> Samba-connected winpc as well (in addition to ZoneAlarm). I understand that
> these routers/gateways have a firewall built in as well. Do I need so many
> belts and suspenders?
>
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