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nhhokie   10-14-2003 at 02:32:06 AM

I've got Verizon DSL (east coast version with PPPoET on a dumb Westell Wirespeed dsl modem).

I have three wired computers currently attached to a Linksys Switch and a Linksys WAP54G to serve my laptops and my computer in the basement.

I currently use Sygate Home Networking with Sygate Firewall Pro, however, the Verizon DSL doesn't play well with the Sygate software router in Home Networking. Verizon is telling me I have to use a hardware router.

Instead of paying for extra firewall installs on each machine once I install a hardware router, I'd like to get a hardware firewall/router combo instead.

I run Windows 2000 Workstation (i.e., Pro) on each machine.

What's your experience? What's your recommendations?

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sparky853   10-16-2003 at 09:25:01 PM
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I have a Linksys BEFSR41 4 port Broadband Router with hardware fire wall at home, works great. Have an 8-port version at work, no complaints either. You can get one for about $60 at <A HREF="http://www.newegg.com/app/viewproduct.asp?DEPA=1&submit=Go&description=linksys,firewall,router" target="_new">NewEgg.com</A>

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GF3 ti200 64MB
SB Live 5.1
WD 60GB (Storage)
Maxtor 6GB (System)
Maxtor 120GB
LG 24x24x32 CDR
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upec   10-19-2003 at 12:31:53 AM
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I also have good experience with Linksys Router. I have been using one for a few months and never have any problem with it.

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