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Review on πŸ”’ Cisco-Linksys BEFSX41: Efficient Cable/DSL Firewall Router with 4-Port Switch and VPN Endpoint by Fuzzhead Nelson

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Excellent and simple front end

This is the second of these devices I've used over the years and I've found it easy enough to set up for the newbie and there are plenty of options for the more advanced user. We only use Macintosh systems here with a computer that is only used occasionally and had no problems setting up the firewall via the web-based configuration system. The price is consistent with an external hardware firewall that prevents many attacks. Of course, like everything else, it can only stop attacks it detects, so a software firewall that's constantly being modified is also a good idea. I really feel like I have at least one decent guard guarding my home network, and its ability to email a list of login attempts is useful, especially as many of those attempts are legitimate and I've missed permission, to access him. For SOHO In many cases this firewall will suffice.

Pros
  • Pleasant to use
Cons
  • Can't remember