The whole purpose of the router is to share an internet connection. There is no reason to be running ICS with the router, so it should be placed between the dsl modem and all computers. There is no reason to run the Windows XP firewall if you are behind the router, as they both provide the same protection. You should, however, run a third party software firewall on all computers. The router (and the Windows XP firewall) only protect from incoming attacks but do nothing to monitor trojan activity that originates on the computers themselves.
Yes, people are having problems with the TM2300 and perhaps that was not the best choice to make in your purchasing decision. But, there are plenty of people that have it working, but they don't come here to report that they are having no problems. They only come here when they do have problems.
I haven't been able to find a bridge that supports HPNA 2.0, and in any case XP will bridge from ethernet to HPNA for me using existing hardware. I'm not sure I understand the preference for third-party firewalls instead of ICF, can you elaborate?
If the 2300 isn't the best choice, what would be a better solution?
ICF in its current form only protects against incoming hacker attacks. Similarly, the hadware firewall built into the router only stops incoming attacks. If a trojan program gets downloaded onto your computer, which can happen through normal web browsing or through e-mail, it can start sending information out from your computer. ICF and the router will do nothing to stop these kinds of attacks. A third party firewall, like Zone Alarm which has both a free and a paid version) or Norton Internet Security, will monitor your computer and alert you if anything is trying to send something out.
In terms of routers, I recommend Linksys products, although Netgear and D-link also sell products with few reported problems. I have no experience myself with the Dell TrueMoblie line of products, but I do see numerous posts in this forum about problems people have with the TrueMoblile line. Dell doesn't seem to be too interested in helping people solve these problems, and they seem slow to release updates to the software when problems are discovered.
Thanks for the help. After doing my initial research I actually intended to order the Linksys router, but somehow I ended up with the wrong unit. I'm going to go ahead and return the 2300 and pick up a Linksys.
volcano11
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March 27th, 2004 19:00
The whole purpose of the router is to share an internet connection. There is no reason to be running ICS with the router, so it should be placed between the dsl modem and all computers. There is no reason to run the Windows XP firewall if you are behind the router, as they both provide the same protection. You should, however, run a third party software firewall on all computers. The router (and the Windows XP firewall) only protect from incoming attacks but do nothing to monitor trojan activity that originates on the computers themselves.
Yes, people are having problems with the TM2300 and perhaps that was not the best choice to make in your purchasing decision. But, there are plenty of people that have it working, but they don't come here to report that they are having no problems. They only come here when they do have problems.
Steve
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March 27th, 2004 20:00
I haven't been able to find a bridge that supports HPNA 2.0, and in any case XP will bridge from ethernet to HPNA for me using existing hardware. I'm not sure I understand the preference for third-party firewalls instead of ICF, can you elaborate?
If the 2300 isn't the best choice, what would be a better solution?
Lynn
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March 27th, 2004 20:00
Here are a couple I found searching Google for hpna to ethernet bridge:
http://xterasys.com/hb2100.htm
http://www.wailan.com/products/hpna/delta_fire/HPNA%20Bridge.htm
I definitely agree that getting rid of ICS would make your network more maintainable.
Jim
volcano11
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March 27th, 2004 21:00
ICF in its current form only protects against incoming hacker attacks. Similarly, the hadware firewall built into the router only stops incoming attacks. If a trojan program gets downloaded onto your computer, which can happen through normal web browsing or through e-mail, it can start sending information out from your computer. ICF and the router will do nothing to stop these kinds of attacks. A third party firewall, like Zone Alarm which has both a free and a paid version) or Norton Internet Security, will monitor your computer and alert you if anything is trying to send something out.
In terms of routers, I recommend Linksys products, although Netgear and D-link also sell products with few reported problems. I have no experience myself with the Dell TrueMoblie line of products, but I do see numerous posts in this forum about problems people have with the TrueMoblile line. Dell doesn't seem to be too interested in helping people solve these problems, and they seem slow to release updates to the software when problems are discovered.
Steve
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March 28th, 2004 03:00
Thanks for the help. After doing my initial research I actually intended to order the Linksys router, but somehow I ended up with the wrong unit. I'm going to go ahead and return the 2300 and pick up a Linksys.
Lynn