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Source: "A Linux firewall primer" - Posted by Administrator

This article looks at some of the decision considerations in selecting a Linux-based firewall, including both considerations specific to firewall technology and general considerations about understanding Linux-based and open source options.

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Written by Lord PlagueZ on 2007-01-30 01:45:27

Very good article.

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