Brian:
Of course I want start a flamewar!! :) that is the idea...
I heard that the Linux Firewalls doesn't harden the operating system, Is
this true? and I heard that Checkpoint have a FW-1 for Linux.
For Linux plataforms Are there only packet filters firewalls? or Are there
Proxy and stateful?
Well I made this "open questions" to receive your opinion
Thanks!
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
>Careful: you might start a flamewar. :)
>
>Just quick, while I have time.
>
>The advantages of a Linux firewall:
> * free
> * runs on anything
> * can be locked down (ie. disable all services)
>
>disadvantages
> * can be difficult to configure
> * is difficult to lock down
> * packet filtering has issues with ICQ and other ICMP packets
>
>Personal preferred alternatives:
>
> OpenBSD. More secure, in general. Cleaner design. Although founded in
>aesthetics, my preference is a reflection of opinion.
>
>Cheers!
>Brian
>
>> Hi everybody:
>>
>> Does anyone tell me the advantages and disvantages of a Linux Firewall?
>>
>>
>> Saludos
>> Fredy R. Santana V.
>> Ingeniero Civil El�ctrico
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Saludos
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