PC Router

Discussion in 'Software' started by Jud149, Jun 16, 2006.

  1. Jud149

    Jud149 First Sergeant

    I'm a little confused regarding the use of a router for security purposes. Are they just for a network of computers or do they also provide security for an individual desktop pc that is used in conjunction with a firewall? (WIN98.)
     
    Jud149, Jun 16, 2006
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  2. TimW

    TimW MajorGeeks Administrator - Jedi Malware Expert Staff Member

    TimW, Jun 16, 2006
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  3. Jud149

    Jud149 First Sergeant

    I don't know much about routers so I can't answer your question as to which one. I guess you're saying that you don't need a router for an individual pc; just a bi-directional fire wall for security purposes. Is that correct?
     
    Jud149, Jun 16, 2006
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  4. TimW

    TimW MajorGeeks Administrator - Jedi Malware Expert Staff Member

    Basically yes ....pc would plug directly into a dsl/cable modem ....a router would allow multiple computers to access the single modem ....the router does provide some measure of hardware security, but the software firewall will provide a lot more.:) :)
     
    TimW, Jun 16, 2006
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  5. Jud149

    Jud149 First Sergeant

    Thanks for your help!
     
    Jud149, Jun 16, 2006
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  6. TimW

    TimW MajorGeeks Administrator - Jedi Malware Expert Staff Member

    Our pleasure.:) :)
     
    TimW, Jun 16, 2006
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