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From: "WebMasterP" <webmasterp@xtremetek.com>
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Subject: Re: linux vs. hardware routers
Date: Sun, 3 Jun 2001 16:15:02 -0700
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We use the 16 port version of the Linksys BEFSR81 (yes, that means it is a
different model, but they should perform the same) and it works great, it's
almost on a full load too. 14 computers, a bunch of different OSes too...
Win95, Win98, NT4, Win2K, and a Linux box that we're using for a SAMBA
server..

Regards,
WebMasterP
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----- Original Message -----
From: "Cliff" <cliffo@u.washington.edu>
To: "UW Linux Group" <linux@u.washington.edu>
Sent: Sunday, June 03, 2001 2:37 PM
Subject: linux vs. hardware routers


> Somewhat off topic, but I'm wondering if any of you have used the
> "internet router in a box" solution for broadband connections?
>
> I need an 8-port 10/100 switch and will need an uplink port for
> cable/dsl internet access.  I know I can use my linux box for the
> routing, but would like this all to fit in a nice small electrical panel
> (this is my parents home network).
>
> Currently, I'm looking at the Netgear RO318
> http://www.netgear.com/product_view.asp?xrp=4&yrp=12&zrp=96
>
> and the Linksys BEFSR81
> http://www.linksys.com/products/product.asp?prid=155&grid=5
>
> are there others?  Advice?
>
> Thanks,
> Cliff
>
>

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