[NCLUG] Network configuration

[dobbster]

> I like the packet filter/firewall tool "ipf" on OpenBSD.  The "ipnat"
> gizmo is pretty nifty too.
> 
> Unlike ipchains, ipf can keep state info on ICMP, UDP and TCP.  I think
> the code ports to other O/S's like Linux and Solaris. You can build a
> tighter firewall with it, IMHO.
> 
> With all the excitement over embedded Linux (the current Linux Journal has
> a nice supplement) I'm expecting to see some cool firewall projects. It
> would be nice to build a little firewall box the size of a cheapo 4 port
> hub with no moving parts. I guess I should enter their contest :-)
> 
> The Cisco 675 DSL box has packet filtering ability. For non-routed,
> bridged-mode guys like me it's not useful; I'm not sure I trust it either.
> Anyone have any experience with it?
> 
> Whoops, didn't mean to drive this thread down another path :-)
> 
>         Quent
> 

My 675 is in PPP mode, so I'll try this.

Obviously I have a lot reading to do.  ipf/ipnat/ipchains - All quite
alien to me.

Is OpenBSD the same as FreeBSD?  Should I really use it?

Thanks again...  I am very grateful for all of the assistance, and I
apologize for sending so many messages out here.

Mark (dobbster at frii.com)