Re: remote build of Debian router

From: Mike M (no-linux-support_at_earthlink.net)
Date: 11/29/04

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    Date: Mon, 29 Nov 2004 17:57:29 -0500
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    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? 

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Mike
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