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reece   04-20-2004 at 03:38:20 AM

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Im considering two options a combined modem/firewall/router or the three
separate devices. Which would be the best way to go?

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Brian   04-20-2004 at 03:38:21 AM
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My recommendation would be 2 devices:
- modem
- firewall/router

If you get the modem integrated into everything else, that pretty much
locks you in to a service provider. You might want to switch to cable
or DSL later on (whichever is the other one than you have now).

Reece wrote:
> Im considering two options a combined modem/firewall/router or the three
> separate devices. Which would be the best way to go?
>
>

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Anonymous   04-20-2004 at 07:09:51 AM
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> Im considering two options a combined modem/firewall/router or the three
> separate devices. Which would be the best way to go?


Separate would be better. A router firewall is not very strong against
attacks. If you go with three separate its better to go with firewall
appliance (soho) , switch , cable / dsl .

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Anonymous   04-20-2004 at 07:37:36 PM
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Reece wrote:

> Im considering two options a combined modem/firewall/router or the three
> separate devices. Which would be the best way to go?
>
>

I have a modem, and a router/firewall/WAP combo. That was a pretty
handy split when the modem croaked.

OTOH, think about mechanical clutter with multiple boxes, and think
about how many power cords and/or wall warts you want to plug in.
--
Cheers, Bob

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Anonymous   04-20-2004 at 08:52:49 PM
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> I have a modem, and a router/firewall/WAP combo. That was a pretty
> handy split when the modem croaked.
>
> OTOH, think about mechanical clutter with multiple boxes, and think
> about how many power cords and/or wall warts you want to plug in.
> --

I guess security is not an issue if you are worry about clutter or
number of outlets . Soho equipment doesn't take up much room (no more
room than a desk tray (in /out box)) . Use a system like a desk tray to
put space between each device. You can use plastic tie down strips , to
keep the wires from clutter. Use a surge protector with 10 outlets . If
you buy a three in one solution or 2 in 1 your screwed if it ever has
problems from hackers , power surges ,etc . The only time power outlet
becomes a problem is run a small soho network. Just my 2 cents.

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