> > IpTables does all of this > > I agree that *any* linux box with iptables/chains will > work...but it just that it takes quiet a while and expertise > to lock down a normal distro. > > If you just want something you can install and forget > smoothwall/ipcop etc are great. And you don't have to think > about updating kernels/bugs/exploits etc.
Spot on! Exactly right. Smoothwall/ipcop (basically same thing, just gpl - long story) are very very simple to install and use, taking a minimum of linux knowledge to set them up (if in fact you need any knowledge). Have updates that can install themselves, etc... Really really easy. http://www.smoothwall.org If you want a firewall, just don't go down the MS route. As has been said, smoothwall is install and forget. Paul PS If you've ever sat down to build a firewall in linux (using a firewall HOWTO) then you'll know how complicated it is to get it right. Sticking smoothwall on a machine is the easiest and most sensible thing I've done wrt firewalls. It'll take a huge amount to move me away from it. -- ** Archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/dev%40lists.cfdeveloper.co.uk/ To unsubscribe, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] For additional commands, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] For human help, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
