Hello all, I have been looking into setting up a network gateway using a FreeBSD box, so that I may employ many of the network security features of the system (and to overcome the fact that the current network is insecurely connected to a much larger ~public LAN).
The configuration would be much like this: {Internet}--{Huge/NastyLAN}--{FreeBSDGate}--{SafeLAN} Most of what I see states that I should use a *minimum* of: 266Mhz processor 64MB RAM 1GB HD (actually ~2GB based on number desired security apps) 2 Compatible NIC's What I really had hoped to find, was more of an experienced networking guru's thumb rule equating the number of safeLAN workstations with the required gateway RAM/Processor; to enable all safeLAN users to experience a minimal network transaction time roughly equivalent to what they would see if plugged directly into a really good hub. Something maybe in the form of: Proc Speed = X*Users+Y RAM = W*Users+Z I am far too new at this to have a clue what numbers to use to even approximate. Any advice on this matter would be most appreciated. Thanks! Victor _______________________________________________ freebsd-questions@freebsd.org mailing list http://lists.freebsd.org/mailman/listinfo/freebsd-questions To unsubscribe, send any mail to "[EMAIL PROTECTED]"