Re: remote build of Debian router

[Mike M <no-linux-support@earthlink.net>]

On Mon, Nov 29, 2004 at 03:29:34PM -0500, David Mandelberg wrote:
> Mike M wrote:
> > 1) connect Deb box to cable modem
> > 2) ssh to Deb box to test access
> > 3) have father install 2nd NIC on Deb box
> > 4) using ssh, install iptables and configure iptables on Deb box
> That would work, but one problem is that when testing firewall rulesets
> (especially if you've never done this before) it's relatively easy lock
> yourself out. 

I would fit the profile described :-).

> Also, there should be a firewall on the box before it's
> ever connected to the net.

Chicken/egg dilemma here?  Any suggestions?

-- 
Mike

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