> We run a SoHo network of several pc's using one telephone number for modem / > fax (with additional business and private lines for voice calls). The BT > exchange is only 200m away. > Do we enable all our tel numbers or just the modem line?
Just the modem line. > I need good access ie a business service not swamped at times by too many > consumers and no cut off in middle of session > I want a hardware firewall in the router although I also use BlackIce > software firewall > I am hoping to find a suitable provider for about �25 per month I'd suggest Moose: <http://www.moose.co.uk>. They're a small provider based in Watford. I've used them for several installations and have had excellent service from them (as I have from most small companies, in stark contrast to the "service" one gets from the modern CRM-up-to-its-ears corporation) and will do connection at the �25 point. The connection is made over your existing BT line. They can also provide, or you can buy separately, a combined DSL Modem/Router/Firewall/Wireless Access Point/4-port switch made by Draytek called the 2600G for around �150. This again is a good box; I've installed several and have had no problems with them at all. If you need more ethernet ports you can simply add a Linksys, NetGear, Asante or whatever you like 8-port switch to it for �70 or so. Get the wireless; there's not much premium over the non-wireless version and you'll eventually be glad of it. Best regards Paul Ellis Mamatus Limited | http://www.mamatus.com Photography - Interactive Imaging - Apple Macintosh consultancy Tel +44 20 8341 9788 Mobile +44 7930 312554 Member of The Association of Photographers =============================================================== GO TO http://www.prodig.org for ~ GUIDELINES ~ un/SUBSCRIBING ~ ITEMS for SALE
