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Ben Lovejoy <ben@lovejoy.demon.co.uk> wrote:

> We do have sensitive data on our machines, so security is a concern if the
> risks are significant. OTOH, if the risks are extremely low, then I'd
> rather avoid the hassle of restructuring the network - especially as there
> is no central server.

In that case a firewall makes sense. Have a look at Vicom's Internet
Gateway which is cheap and can (at a pinch) be run on a non-dedicated
machine. You will also need MacDNS if you want to do this sensibly and
an SMTP/POP3 mail server such as SIMS from Stalker Software also makes
sense.... as does having a separate gateway machine. All of this stuff
will run happily on a low-end Power Macintosh and it makes good sense to
have a separate server.

If you want to do this on the real cheap, and provide a good service to
your users it is possible to set up a Linux box as a router. I can
arrange for this to be done for you as a commercial service, but if you
want to DIY, then it's definitely a case of being on your own. I haven't
as much time free as it takes to talk someone into doing the right
things by remote control.


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