Except that the GX product is for GSM mobile phone networks and not for
802.11 wireless LAN networks.

-paul


Elisabeth Wonders wrote:

> I've nothing to add to this particular discussion, but as an fyi to all --
>
> Checkpoint has a product out for wireless network protection.  I believe
> it's a fairly recent prduct.
>
> http://www.checkpoint.com/products/security/firewall-1gx.html
>
>
>
>
>                     Chris Moore <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>

 >>But, but, but... Wireless is a HUGE security hole,

>>even with WEP turned on, since anyone within a quarter
>>mile can infiltrate your network.
>>
>
> I know, I know...it wasn't my idea...mgmt. wanted it (and it's not a
> quarter
> mile...more like 100 ft.)  That's one reason I chose the router over the
> access point, hoping to control what is allowed across it.  I'm also using
> the access filters to only allow particular MAC addressed cards to access
> the wireless network.  Also, it is only live when visitors are here (1-3
> users, 2-3 days a week).

=================================================
To set vacation, Out Of Office, or away messages,
send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
in the BODY of the email add:
set fw-1-mailinglist nomail
=================================================
To unsubscribe from this mailing list,
please see the instructions at
http://www.checkpoint.com/services/mailing.html
=================================================
If you have any questions on how to change your
subscription options, email
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
=================================================

Reply via email to