> And what if the 'device' includes stuff like port filter rules, > regular routing and things that are used in the so called > 'broadband routers' and common firewalls? aaah, now it's getting > tricky!
Actually, combining independent functions is pretty common in network equipment. However, I'd *LOVE* to hear how someone has used these so-called "broadband routers" to act as just that: a router. I've never heard of one that actually performs as a router, only those that perform NAT. If someone is using one of these "routers" to actually be a router and not a NAT device, they've never told anyone else. Maybe they're scared CISCO will find out and murder them in their sleep? :P > Hmm, by the way, what does this have to do with Dualie Athlons? ;) About as much as the term "router" has to do with a low-end NAT device. -- Eric (the Deacon remix) _______________________________________________ To unsubscribe, edit your list preferences, or view the list archives, please visit: http://list.valvesoftware.com/mailman/listinfo/hlds_linux
