Re: Using linux to protect a DSL connection.
> How should I protect these systems from outside hack attacks?
Use Bridging
http://metalab.unc.edu/LDP/HOWTO/mini/Bridge.html
http://metalab.unc.edu/LDP/HOWTO/mini/Bridge+Firewall.html
and IPChains
http://metalab.unc.edu/LDP/HOWTO/IPCHAINS-HOWTO.html
> If I add a second network card to the linux system and set it up as a
> firewall, will I still use the ISP assigned IP address or will it be
> wasted?
This is possible.
> What is the best way to configure the Samba services so it isn't a
> security leak via the gateway?
Don't allow SMB to get through your firewall. :)
Will
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