[ale] Linux Router/Gateway Usage

[Byron Jeff]

On Fri, Aug 06, 2010 at 08:15:08PM -0400, Bob Kruger wrote:

> Years ago, I ran a much older (and simpler) version of Slackware as my
> home LAN <-> Internet router and gateway on a Pentium 100.  A good bit
> has changed since then.

I did the same until it got hacked. A rather unfortunate incident.

> I'm wondering if the same is still being done by other Linux users and what they recommend.

I am. I'm currently using smoothwall.

> 
> I am open to suggestions.  The box I am contemplating does not have to handle a significant load in terms of bandwidth.

I'm sure you're going to get a few suggestions for a OpenWRT setup. Could
be a good idea. 

My goal is to set up a Seagate Dockstar that I bought from Woot for $20
with a copy of plugLinux and then installing a copy of Shorewall on it. A
fanless 5W 3 in x 3in footprint is to tasty to resist.

BAJ

> 
> Thanks in advance.
> 
> V/r
> 
> Bob  
> 
> 
> 
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Byron A. Jeff
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Clayton State University
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