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Theodoric · 24-06-2003, 18:59

To me it's a woodworking tool that I got for Xmas many years ago, used once and haven't used since. However, from the firewall thread (and elsewhere), I now know that it's also a computer thingie. So a few questions.

1) What is it, how big is it and how much does it cost?

2) How easy is it to set up?

3) Claims are being made that you really need it, in addition to a software firewall, to get the best protection for your PC. Is this true?

4) Nothing comes without a price, so:

a) Does it slow down your internet access?

b) Even more importantly, can it produce subtle problems that will have you tearing your hair out and posting here in despair?

24-06-2003, 18:59	#1
Theodoric Inactive Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: London Posts: 2,974	What is a router? To me it's a woodworking tool that I got for Xmas many years ago, used once and haven't used since. However, from the firewall thread (and elsewhere), I now know that it's also a computer thingie. So a few questions. 1) What is it, how big is it and how much does it cost? 2) How easy is it to set up? 3) Claims are being made that you really need it, in addition to a software firewall, to get the best protection for your PC. Is this true? 4) Nothing comes without a price, so: a) Does it slow down your internet access? b) Even more importantly, can it produce subtle problems that will have you tearing your hair out and posting here in despair?