Richard Owlett <rowlett@cloud85.net> schrieb:
I chose phrasing of subject line to emphasize some peculiarities
of my needs.
End-user emphasizes:
- I am *NOT* an expert
- my system is never intended to be a "server"
Laptop indicates:
- small standalone system intended to operate primarily
*WITHOUT* any networking
When connected to internet it will be:
- primarily for browsing, email, Usenet
- occasionally used for downloading small files using HTTP
*NOT* (never?) FTP
The "fly in ointment" will be:
The typical internet connection will be with a USB dial-up modem.
When I desire to browse complex website or download a large
set of files,
I will carry it to a local library and use a WiFi connection.
A couple months of reading has left me confused as to a suitable
firewall.
Any help/direction appreciated.