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#116272 23-Apr-2013 19:32
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Im just in the progress of getting a telecom UFB 100/50Mbps Connection

I want to get a new Router/firewall my biggest concern is security.

There are obviously a lot of brands and models out there.  Does any one have a good recommendation with security in mind?  

I dont want to spend any more the $500 

Thanks for your help in advance
Sam





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  #804496 23-Apr-2013 19:36
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Fritz!box 7390

I am on fibre and this is the best all in one router I have ever owned.

Also has a DECT feature - you can buy them through Snap for $395 from memory




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  #804497 23-Apr-2013 19:36
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Telecom supply you with a router.

If you're wanting to buy your own you might want to list your requirements. Asking "which router should I buy" is pretty much akin to saying "which car should I buy".


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  #804498 23-Apr-2013 19:40
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The question is what one i should buy?

I dont need wifi as I use a apple airport extreme. Just want great security against hackers!




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  #804502 23-Apr-2013 19:44
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stw: The question is what one i should buy?

I dont need wifi as I use a apple airport extreme. Just want great security against hackers!


Ever router does this by default - the mere fact you have NAT does this.

What do you see wrong with the router Telecom supply?


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  #804506 23-Apr-2013 19:48
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It just looks cheap...  And would mind one with a vpn connection 




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  #804511 23-Apr-2013 19:52
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stw: It just looks cheap...  And would mind one with a vpn connection 


It's actually a very good unit.

Without a list of requirements however nobody is going to be able to offer any advice whatsoever. Right now we've established you want a car with 4 wheels but it doesn't need a roof rack.

So far we have

- No requirement for wireless
- VPN capability




 
 
 

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  #804565 23-Apr-2013 21:41
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Draytek Vigor 2130

OpenWRT based so will basically do anything with a bit of customising.

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