OT: File Server at home
07-27-2004, 02:20 AM
#182
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Posts: n/a
Re: OT: File Server at home
Gald to hear you're getting some help.
I would listen carefully to what Nathan said. After all, he hosts a
pretty nice website of his own.
I would seriously consider letting your ISP do the heavy lifting here
unless you'd care to make some substantial investment. Use the PC to
store your goodies and transfer it in and out of the (your) website
space provided by the ISP. Does your Router support VPN? If so,
client software is cheap and can be installed across multiple
platforms. I'm sure it offers some sort of firewall protection at the
very least. Another option is GRE tunneling but not a lot of ISP's
will support it wholesale.
A quick note: Be sure your security is as tight as you can on the
wireless side. Use WEP or some type of encryption whenever possible.
A laptop with NetStumbler can locate your network from the street and
cause all kinds of problems or use your bandwidth for "questionable"
web surfing... Or so I've heard ;-)
John
"HomeBrewer" <t3e871XXX@yahoo.net> wrote in message news:<2mk8jmFnmp3bU1@uni-berlin.de>...
> > Geez, HomeBrewer... You ask a simple question and you get a bunch of
> > geeks spouting off about linux. This thread will be here for an
> > eternity and no one asked you a few simple questions:
>
> I don't know what I have started here - my apologies to the_ non_ computer_
> techie_ jeepers.
>
> > #1 what is your level of expertise in networking and windows (assuming
> > your machines are windows based)? What OS are you running? Do you
> > have the "Windows 2000 Server" software or some such ar do you want to
> > set up a PC to just act as a server?
>
> I have set up my home network, configured my router, and a dsl modem, but
> now I'm back to cable. XP Pro - on everything - no server software, just
> want my old pc to set there and wait on me to call on it for files.
>
>
> > #2 You've indicated: "for me to access from work...." I'm assuming
> > that this is for your use only and you won't want access granted by
> > the "superhackers" that are currently in a debate in this thread.
> > Please clarify.
>
> Correct - just for my uses and maybe a few family and friends to get files
> from me.
>
> > #3 Please describe your home network from layer 1 throught 3. Please
> > include your type of internet connectivity and speed, and the brand of
> > hardware you're using for layer 2 and 3 connectivity.
> >
> > I do this $H1t for a living. Perhaps I can help you. If you're
> > located in the DC metro area, maybe I can pay a visit and show you
> > first hand.
>
> FL, but thanks for the offer - also Jim_85cj is working with my offline and
> has really helped so far. I'm working late tonight, have to do more on the
> computer tomorrow.
>
> here's what I have:
> Cable modem, *** ISP - non static ip I'm sure - but haven't checked
> linksys wireless router - although both desktops are hardwired - the
> wireless is for my laptop.
> 2 desktops running win xp pro.
> I have a 20gig HD in the old computer, with a 1.5 ghz amd processor and
> 512MB ram.
> I want to have the old computer sitting there running, hosting my files for
> me. Small stuff like hosting pics for ebay, uploading large files to access
> at work or on the road, etc. I don't want or need it to be public, just
> secure enough to keep hackers out.
I would listen carefully to what Nathan said. After all, he hosts a
pretty nice website of his own.
I would seriously consider letting your ISP do the heavy lifting here
unless you'd care to make some substantial investment. Use the PC to
store your goodies and transfer it in and out of the (your) website
space provided by the ISP. Does your Router support VPN? If so,
client software is cheap and can be installed across multiple
platforms. I'm sure it offers some sort of firewall protection at the
very least. Another option is GRE tunneling but not a lot of ISP's
will support it wholesale.
A quick note: Be sure your security is as tight as you can on the
wireless side. Use WEP or some type of encryption whenever possible.
A laptop with NetStumbler can locate your network from the street and
cause all kinds of problems or use your bandwidth for "questionable"
web surfing... Or so I've heard ;-)
John
"HomeBrewer" <t3e871XXX@yahoo.net> wrote in message news:<2mk8jmFnmp3bU1@uni-berlin.de>...
> > Geez, HomeBrewer... You ask a simple question and you get a bunch of
> > geeks spouting off about linux. This thread will be here for an
> > eternity and no one asked you a few simple questions:
>
> I don't know what I have started here - my apologies to the_ non_ computer_
> techie_ jeepers.
>
> > #1 what is your level of expertise in networking and windows (assuming
> > your machines are windows based)? What OS are you running? Do you
> > have the "Windows 2000 Server" software or some such ar do you want to
> > set up a PC to just act as a server?
>
> I have set up my home network, configured my router, and a dsl modem, but
> now I'm back to cable. XP Pro - on everything - no server software, just
> want my old pc to set there and wait on me to call on it for files.
>
>
> > #2 You've indicated: "for me to access from work...." I'm assuming
> > that this is for your use only and you won't want access granted by
> > the "superhackers" that are currently in a debate in this thread.
> > Please clarify.
>
> Correct - just for my uses and maybe a few family and friends to get files
> from me.
>
> > #3 Please describe your home network from layer 1 throught 3. Please
> > include your type of internet connectivity and speed, and the brand of
> > hardware you're using for layer 2 and 3 connectivity.
> >
> > I do this $H1t for a living. Perhaps I can help you. If you're
> > located in the DC metro area, maybe I can pay a visit and show you
> > first hand.
>
> FL, but thanks for the offer - also Jim_85cj is working with my offline and
> has really helped so far. I'm working late tonight, have to do more on the
> computer tomorrow.
>
> here's what I have:
> Cable modem, *** ISP - non static ip I'm sure - but haven't checked
> linksys wireless router - although both desktops are hardwired - the
> wireless is for my laptop.
> 2 desktops running win xp pro.
> I have a 20gig HD in the old computer, with a 1.5 ghz amd processor and
> 512MB ram.
> I want to have the old computer sitting there running, hosting my files for
> me. Small stuff like hosting pics for ebay, uploading large files to access
> at work or on the road, etc. I don't want or need it to be public, just
> secure enough to keep hackers out.
07-27-2004, 02:20 AM
#183
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: OT: File Server at home
Gald to hear you're getting some help.
I would listen carefully to what Nathan said. After all, he hosts a
pretty nice website of his own.
I would seriously consider letting your ISP do the heavy lifting here
unless you'd care to make some substantial investment. Use the PC to
store your goodies and transfer it in and out of the (your) website
space provided by the ISP. Does your Router support VPN? If so,
client software is cheap and can be installed across multiple
platforms. I'm sure it offers some sort of firewall protection at the
very least. Another option is GRE tunneling but not a lot of ISP's
will support it wholesale.
A quick note: Be sure your security is as tight as you can on the
wireless side. Use WEP or some type of encryption whenever possible.
A laptop with NetStumbler can locate your network from the street and
cause all kinds of problems or use your bandwidth for "questionable"
web surfing... Or so I've heard ;-)
John
"HomeBrewer" <t3e871XXX@yahoo.net> wrote in message news:<2mk8jmFnmp3bU1@uni-berlin.de>...
> > Geez, HomeBrewer... You ask a simple question and you get a bunch of
> > geeks spouting off about linux. This thread will be here for an
> > eternity and no one asked you a few simple questions:
>
> I don't know what I have started here - my apologies to the_ non_ computer_
> techie_ jeepers.
>
> > #1 what is your level of expertise in networking and windows (assuming
> > your machines are windows based)? What OS are you running? Do you
> > have the "Windows 2000 Server" software or some such ar do you want to
> > set up a PC to just act as a server?
>
> I have set up my home network, configured my router, and a dsl modem, but
> now I'm back to cable. XP Pro - on everything - no server software, just
> want my old pc to set there and wait on me to call on it for files.
>
>
> > #2 You've indicated: "for me to access from work...." I'm assuming
> > that this is for your use only and you won't want access granted by
> > the "superhackers" that are currently in a debate in this thread.
> > Please clarify.
>
> Correct - just for my uses and maybe a few family and friends to get files
> from me.
>
> > #3 Please describe your home network from layer 1 throught 3. Please
> > include your type of internet connectivity and speed, and the brand of
> > hardware you're using for layer 2 and 3 connectivity.
> >
> > I do this $H1t for a living. Perhaps I can help you. If you're
> > located in the DC metro area, maybe I can pay a visit and show you
> > first hand.
>
> FL, but thanks for the offer - also Jim_85cj is working with my offline and
> has really helped so far. I'm working late tonight, have to do more on the
> computer tomorrow.
>
> here's what I have:
> Cable modem, *** ISP - non static ip I'm sure - but haven't checked
> linksys wireless router - although both desktops are hardwired - the
> wireless is for my laptop.
> 2 desktops running win xp pro.
> I have a 20gig HD in the old computer, with a 1.5 ghz amd processor and
> 512MB ram.
> I want to have the old computer sitting there running, hosting my files for
> me. Small stuff like hosting pics for ebay, uploading large files to access
> at work or on the road, etc. I don't want or need it to be public, just
> secure enough to keep hackers out.
I would listen carefully to what Nathan said. After all, he hosts a
pretty nice website of his own.
I would seriously consider letting your ISP do the heavy lifting here
unless you'd care to make some substantial investment. Use the PC to
store your goodies and transfer it in and out of the (your) website
space provided by the ISP. Does your Router support VPN? If so,
client software is cheap and can be installed across multiple
platforms. I'm sure it offers some sort of firewall protection at the
very least. Another option is GRE tunneling but not a lot of ISP's
will support it wholesale.
A quick note: Be sure your security is as tight as you can on the
wireless side. Use WEP or some type of encryption whenever possible.
A laptop with NetStumbler can locate your network from the street and
cause all kinds of problems or use your bandwidth for "questionable"
web surfing... Or so I've heard ;-)
John
"HomeBrewer" <t3e871XXX@yahoo.net> wrote in message news:<2mk8jmFnmp3bU1@uni-berlin.de>...
> > Geez, HomeBrewer... You ask a simple question and you get a bunch of
> > geeks spouting off about linux. This thread will be here for an
> > eternity and no one asked you a few simple questions:
>
> I don't know what I have started here - my apologies to the_ non_ computer_
> techie_ jeepers.
>
> > #1 what is your level of expertise in networking and windows (assuming
> > your machines are windows based)? What OS are you running? Do you
> > have the "Windows 2000 Server" software or some such ar do you want to
> > set up a PC to just act as a server?
>
> I have set up my home network, configured my router, and a dsl modem, but
> now I'm back to cable. XP Pro - on everything - no server software, just
> want my old pc to set there and wait on me to call on it for files.
>
>
> > #2 You've indicated: "for me to access from work...." I'm assuming
> > that this is for your use only and you won't want access granted by
> > the "superhackers" that are currently in a debate in this thread.
> > Please clarify.
>
> Correct - just for my uses and maybe a few family and friends to get files
> from me.
>
> > #3 Please describe your home network from layer 1 throught 3. Please
> > include your type of internet connectivity and speed, and the brand of
> > hardware you're using for layer 2 and 3 connectivity.
> >
> > I do this $H1t for a living. Perhaps I can help you. If you're
> > located in the DC metro area, maybe I can pay a visit and show you
> > first hand.
>
> FL, but thanks for the offer - also Jim_85cj is working with my offline and
> has really helped so far. I'm working late tonight, have to do more on the
> computer tomorrow.
>
> here's what I have:
> Cable modem, *** ISP - non static ip I'm sure - but haven't checked
> linksys wireless router - although both desktops are hardwired - the
> wireless is for my laptop.
> 2 desktops running win xp pro.
> I have a 20gig HD in the old computer, with a 1.5 ghz amd processor and
> 512MB ram.
> I want to have the old computer sitting there running, hosting my files for
> me. Small stuff like hosting pics for ebay, uploading large files to access
> at work or on the road, etc. I don't want or need it to be public, just
> secure enough to keep hackers out.
07-27-2004, 02:20 AM
#184
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: OT: File Server at home
Gald to hear you're getting some help.
I would listen carefully to what Nathan said. After all, he hosts a
pretty nice website of his own.
I would seriously consider letting your ISP do the heavy lifting here
unless you'd care to make some substantial investment. Use the PC to
store your goodies and transfer it in and out of the (your) website
space provided by the ISP. Does your Router support VPN? If so,
client software is cheap and can be installed across multiple
platforms. I'm sure it offers some sort of firewall protection at the
very least. Another option is GRE tunneling but not a lot of ISP's
will support it wholesale.
A quick note: Be sure your security is as tight as you can on the
wireless side. Use WEP or some type of encryption whenever possible.
A laptop with NetStumbler can locate your network from the street and
cause all kinds of problems or use your bandwidth for "questionable"
web surfing... Or so I've heard ;-)
John
"HomeBrewer" <t3e871XXX@yahoo.net> wrote in message news:<2mk8jmFnmp3bU1@uni-berlin.de>...
> > Geez, HomeBrewer... You ask a simple question and you get a bunch of
> > geeks spouting off about linux. This thread will be here for an
> > eternity and no one asked you a few simple questions:
>
> I don't know what I have started here - my apologies to the_ non_ computer_
> techie_ jeepers.
>
> > #1 what is your level of expertise in networking and windows (assuming
> > your machines are windows based)? What OS are you running? Do you
> > have the "Windows 2000 Server" software or some such ar do you want to
> > set up a PC to just act as a server?
>
> I have set up my home network, configured my router, and a dsl modem, but
> now I'm back to cable. XP Pro - on everything - no server software, just
> want my old pc to set there and wait on me to call on it for files.
>
>
> > #2 You've indicated: "for me to access from work...." I'm assuming
> > that this is for your use only and you won't want access granted by
> > the "superhackers" that are currently in a debate in this thread.
> > Please clarify.
>
> Correct - just for my uses and maybe a few family and friends to get files
> from me.
>
> > #3 Please describe your home network from layer 1 throught 3. Please
> > include your type of internet connectivity and speed, and the brand of
> > hardware you're using for layer 2 and 3 connectivity.
> >
> > I do this $H1t for a living. Perhaps I can help you. If you're
> > located in the DC metro area, maybe I can pay a visit and show you
> > first hand.
>
> FL, but thanks for the offer - also Jim_85cj is working with my offline and
> has really helped so far. I'm working late tonight, have to do more on the
> computer tomorrow.
>
> here's what I have:
> Cable modem, *** ISP - non static ip I'm sure - but haven't checked
> linksys wireless router - although both desktops are hardwired - the
> wireless is for my laptop.
> 2 desktops running win xp pro.
> I have a 20gig HD in the old computer, with a 1.5 ghz amd processor and
> 512MB ram.
> I want to have the old computer sitting there running, hosting my files for
> me. Small stuff like hosting pics for ebay, uploading large files to access
> at work or on the road, etc. I don't want or need it to be public, just
> secure enough to keep hackers out.
I would listen carefully to what Nathan said. After all, he hosts a
pretty nice website of his own.
I would seriously consider letting your ISP do the heavy lifting here
unless you'd care to make some substantial investment. Use the PC to
store your goodies and transfer it in and out of the (your) website
space provided by the ISP. Does your Router support VPN? If so,
client software is cheap and can be installed across multiple
platforms. I'm sure it offers some sort of firewall protection at the
very least. Another option is GRE tunneling but not a lot of ISP's
will support it wholesale.
A quick note: Be sure your security is as tight as you can on the
wireless side. Use WEP or some type of encryption whenever possible.
A laptop with NetStumbler can locate your network from the street and
cause all kinds of problems or use your bandwidth for "questionable"
web surfing... Or so I've heard ;-)
John
"HomeBrewer" <t3e871XXX@yahoo.net> wrote in message news:<2mk8jmFnmp3bU1@uni-berlin.de>...
> > Geez, HomeBrewer... You ask a simple question and you get a bunch of
> > geeks spouting off about linux. This thread will be here for an
> > eternity and no one asked you a few simple questions:
>
> I don't know what I have started here - my apologies to the_ non_ computer_
> techie_ jeepers.
>
> > #1 what is your level of expertise in networking and windows (assuming
> > your machines are windows based)? What OS are you running? Do you
> > have the "Windows 2000 Server" software or some such ar do you want to
> > set up a PC to just act as a server?
>
> I have set up my home network, configured my router, and a dsl modem, but
> now I'm back to cable. XP Pro - on everything - no server software, just
> want my old pc to set there and wait on me to call on it for files.
>
>
> > #2 You've indicated: "for me to access from work...." I'm assuming
> > that this is for your use only and you won't want access granted by
> > the "superhackers" that are currently in a debate in this thread.
> > Please clarify.
>
> Correct - just for my uses and maybe a few family and friends to get files
> from me.
>
> > #3 Please describe your home network from layer 1 throught 3. Please
> > include your type of internet connectivity and speed, and the brand of
> > hardware you're using for layer 2 and 3 connectivity.
> >
> > I do this $H1t for a living. Perhaps I can help you. If you're
> > located in the DC metro area, maybe I can pay a visit and show you
> > first hand.
>
> FL, but thanks for the offer - also Jim_85cj is working with my offline and
> has really helped so far. I'm working late tonight, have to do more on the
> computer tomorrow.
>
> here's what I have:
> Cable modem, *** ISP - non static ip I'm sure - but haven't checked
> linksys wireless router - although both desktops are hardwired - the
> wireless is for my laptop.
> 2 desktops running win xp pro.
> I have a 20gig HD in the old computer, with a 1.5 ghz amd processor and
> 512MB ram.
> I want to have the old computer sitting there running, hosting my files for
> me. Small stuff like hosting pics for ebay, uploading large files to access
> at work or on the road, etc. I don't want or need it to be public, just
> secure enough to keep hackers out.
07-27-2004, 02:20 AM
#185
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: OT: File Server at home
Gald to hear you're getting some help.
I would listen carefully to what Nathan said. After all, he hosts a
pretty nice website of his own.
I would seriously consider letting your ISP do the heavy lifting here
unless you'd care to make some substantial investment. Use the PC to
store your goodies and transfer it in and out of the (your) website
space provided by the ISP. Does your Router support VPN? If so,
client software is cheap and can be installed across multiple
platforms. I'm sure it offers some sort of firewall protection at the
very least. Another option is GRE tunneling but not a lot of ISP's
will support it wholesale.
A quick note: Be sure your security is as tight as you can on the
wireless side. Use WEP or some type of encryption whenever possible.
A laptop with NetStumbler can locate your network from the street and
cause all kinds of problems or use your bandwidth for "questionable"
web surfing... Or so I've heard ;-)
John
"HomeBrewer" <t3e871XXX@yahoo.net> wrote in message news:<2mk8jmFnmp3bU1@uni-berlin.de>...
> > Geez, HomeBrewer... You ask a simple question and you get a bunch of
> > geeks spouting off about linux. This thread will be here for an
> > eternity and no one asked you a few simple questions:
>
> I don't know what I have started here - my apologies to the_ non_ computer_
> techie_ jeepers.
>
> > #1 what is your level of expertise in networking and windows (assuming
> > your machines are windows based)? What OS are you running? Do you
> > have the "Windows 2000 Server" software or some such ar do you want to
> > set up a PC to just act as a server?
>
> I have set up my home network, configured my router, and a dsl modem, but
> now I'm back to cable. XP Pro - on everything - no server software, just
> want my old pc to set there and wait on me to call on it for files.
>
>
> > #2 You've indicated: "for me to access from work...." I'm assuming
> > that this is for your use only and you won't want access granted by
> > the "superhackers" that are currently in a debate in this thread.
> > Please clarify.
>
> Correct - just for my uses and maybe a few family and friends to get files
> from me.
>
> > #3 Please describe your home network from layer 1 throught 3. Please
> > include your type of internet connectivity and speed, and the brand of
> > hardware you're using for layer 2 and 3 connectivity.
> >
> > I do this $H1t for a living. Perhaps I can help you. If you're
> > located in the DC metro area, maybe I can pay a visit and show you
> > first hand.
>
> FL, but thanks for the offer - also Jim_85cj is working with my offline and
> has really helped so far. I'm working late tonight, have to do more on the
> computer tomorrow.
>
> here's what I have:
> Cable modem, *** ISP - non static ip I'm sure - but haven't checked
> linksys wireless router - although both desktops are hardwired - the
> wireless is for my laptop.
> 2 desktops running win xp pro.
> I have a 20gig HD in the old computer, with a 1.5 ghz amd processor and
> 512MB ram.
> I want to have the old computer sitting there running, hosting my files for
> me. Small stuff like hosting pics for ebay, uploading large files to access
> at work or on the road, etc. I don't want or need it to be public, just
> secure enough to keep hackers out.
I would listen carefully to what Nathan said. After all, he hosts a
pretty nice website of his own.
I would seriously consider letting your ISP do the heavy lifting here
unless you'd care to make some substantial investment. Use the PC to
store your goodies and transfer it in and out of the (your) website
space provided by the ISP. Does your Router support VPN? If so,
client software is cheap and can be installed across multiple
platforms. I'm sure it offers some sort of firewall protection at the
very least. Another option is GRE tunneling but not a lot of ISP's
will support it wholesale.
A quick note: Be sure your security is as tight as you can on the
wireless side. Use WEP or some type of encryption whenever possible.
A laptop with NetStumbler can locate your network from the street and
cause all kinds of problems or use your bandwidth for "questionable"
web surfing... Or so I've heard ;-)
John
"HomeBrewer" <t3e871XXX@yahoo.net> wrote in message news:<2mk8jmFnmp3bU1@uni-berlin.de>...
> > Geez, HomeBrewer... You ask a simple question and you get a bunch of
> > geeks spouting off about linux. This thread will be here for an
> > eternity and no one asked you a few simple questions:
>
> I don't know what I have started here - my apologies to the_ non_ computer_
> techie_ jeepers.
>
> > #1 what is your level of expertise in networking and windows (assuming
> > your machines are windows based)? What OS are you running? Do you
> > have the "Windows 2000 Server" software or some such ar do you want to
> > set up a PC to just act as a server?
>
> I have set up my home network, configured my router, and a dsl modem, but
> now I'm back to cable. XP Pro - on everything - no server software, just
> want my old pc to set there and wait on me to call on it for files.
>
>
> > #2 You've indicated: "for me to access from work...." I'm assuming
> > that this is for your use only and you won't want access granted by
> > the "superhackers" that are currently in a debate in this thread.
> > Please clarify.
>
> Correct - just for my uses and maybe a few family and friends to get files
> from me.
>
> > #3 Please describe your home network from layer 1 throught 3. Please
> > include your type of internet connectivity and speed, and the brand of
> > hardware you're using for layer 2 and 3 connectivity.
> >
> > I do this $H1t for a living. Perhaps I can help you. If you're
> > located in the DC metro area, maybe I can pay a visit and show you
> > first hand.
>
> FL, but thanks for the offer - also Jim_85cj is working with my offline and
> has really helped so far. I'm working late tonight, have to do more on the
> computer tomorrow.
>
> here's what I have:
> Cable modem, *** ISP - non static ip I'm sure - but haven't checked
> linksys wireless router - although both desktops are hardwired - the
> wireless is for my laptop.
> 2 desktops running win xp pro.
> I have a 20gig HD in the old computer, with a 1.5 ghz amd processor and
> 512MB ram.
> I want to have the old computer sitting there running, hosting my files for
> me. Small stuff like hosting pics for ebay, uploading large files to access
> at work or on the road, etc. I don't want or need it to be public, just
> secure enough to keep hackers out.
07-27-2004, 04:24 PM
#186
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: OT: File Server at home
On Tue, 27 Jul 2004 04:19:20 UTC montanajeeper@aol.com (MontanaJeeper)
wrote:
> >Subject: Re: OT: File Server at home
> >From: "Daniel Melameth" daniel@melameth.com
>
> >Is this the Qwest MSN DSL?
>
> qwest sells you the DSL, and then gives you several choices for your actual
> ISP. i decided to also use qwest as my ISP (like $6 a month) but MSN was an
> option.
I second the Qwest choice - and for a couple bucks more you get
nationwide dialup for those road trips. Up/down throughput is much
better than MSN. I tried them for a month but switched to Qwest.
BTW, Nathan, did they supply you with that ActionTec modem/router/AP
box? There are some interesting things that can be done with the
Linux system inside the box, especially since the source is available.
--
Will Honea
wrote:
> >Subject: Re: OT: File Server at home
> >From: "Daniel Melameth" daniel@melameth.com
>
> >Is this the Qwest MSN DSL?
>
> qwest sells you the DSL, and then gives you several choices for your actual
> ISP. i decided to also use qwest as my ISP (like $6 a month) but MSN was an
> option.
I second the Qwest choice - and for a couple bucks more you get
nationwide dialup for those road trips. Up/down throughput is much
better than MSN. I tried them for a month but switched to Qwest.
BTW, Nathan, did they supply you with that ActionTec modem/router/AP
box? There are some interesting things that can be done with the
Linux system inside the box, especially since the source is available.
--
Will Honea
07-27-2004, 04:24 PM
#187
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: OT: File Server at home
On Tue, 27 Jul 2004 04:19:20 UTC montanajeeper@aol.com (MontanaJeeper)
wrote:
> >Subject: Re: OT: File Server at home
> >From: "Daniel Melameth" daniel@melameth.com
>
> >Is this the Qwest MSN DSL?
>
> qwest sells you the DSL, and then gives you several choices for your actual
> ISP. i decided to also use qwest as my ISP (like $6 a month) but MSN was an
> option.
I second the Qwest choice - and for a couple bucks more you get
nationwide dialup for those road trips. Up/down throughput is much
better than MSN. I tried them for a month but switched to Qwest.
BTW, Nathan, did they supply you with that ActionTec modem/router/AP
box? There are some interesting things that can be done with the
Linux system inside the box, especially since the source is available.
--
Will Honea
wrote:
> >Subject: Re: OT: File Server at home
> >From: "Daniel Melameth" daniel@melameth.com
>
> >Is this the Qwest MSN DSL?
>
> qwest sells you the DSL, and then gives you several choices for your actual
> ISP. i decided to also use qwest as my ISP (like $6 a month) but MSN was an
> option.
I second the Qwest choice - and for a couple bucks more you get
nationwide dialup for those road trips. Up/down throughput is much
better than MSN. I tried them for a month but switched to Qwest.
BTW, Nathan, did they supply you with that ActionTec modem/router/AP
box? There are some interesting things that can be done with the
Linux system inside the box, especially since the source is available.
--
Will Honea
07-27-2004, 04:24 PM
#188
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: OT: File Server at home
On Tue, 27 Jul 2004 04:19:20 UTC montanajeeper@aol.com (MontanaJeeper)
wrote:
> >Subject: Re: OT: File Server at home
> >From: "Daniel Melameth" daniel@melameth.com
>
> >Is this the Qwest MSN DSL?
>
> qwest sells you the DSL, and then gives you several choices for your actual
> ISP. i decided to also use qwest as my ISP (like $6 a month) but MSN was an
> option.
I second the Qwest choice - and for a couple bucks more you get
nationwide dialup for those road trips. Up/down throughput is much
better than MSN. I tried them for a month but switched to Qwest.
BTW, Nathan, did they supply you with that ActionTec modem/router/AP
box? There are some interesting things that can be done with the
Linux system inside the box, especially since the source is available.
--
Will Honea
wrote:
> >Subject: Re: OT: File Server at home
> >From: "Daniel Melameth" daniel@melameth.com
>
> >Is this the Qwest MSN DSL?
>
> qwest sells you the DSL, and then gives you several choices for your actual
> ISP. i decided to also use qwest as my ISP (like $6 a month) but MSN was an
> option.
I second the Qwest choice - and for a couple bucks more you get
nationwide dialup for those road trips. Up/down throughput is much
better than MSN. I tried them for a month but switched to Qwest.
BTW, Nathan, did they supply you with that ActionTec modem/router/AP
box? There are some interesting things that can be done with the
Linux system inside the box, especially since the source is available.
--
Will Honea
07-27-2004, 04:24 PM
#189
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: OT: File Server at home
On Tue, 27 Jul 2004 04:19:20 UTC montanajeeper@aol.com (MontanaJeeper)
wrote:
> >Subject: Re: OT: File Server at home
> >From: "Daniel Melameth" daniel@melameth.com
>
> >Is this the Qwest MSN DSL?
>
> qwest sells you the DSL, and then gives you several choices for your actual
> ISP. i decided to also use qwest as my ISP (like $6 a month) but MSN was an
> option.
I second the Qwest choice - and for a couple bucks more you get
nationwide dialup for those road trips. Up/down throughput is much
better than MSN. I tried them for a month but switched to Qwest.
BTW, Nathan, did they supply you with that ActionTec modem/router/AP
box? There are some interesting things that can be done with the
Linux system inside the box, especially since the source is available.
--
Will Honea
wrote:
> >Subject: Re: OT: File Server at home
> >From: "Daniel Melameth" daniel@melameth.com
>
> >Is this the Qwest MSN DSL?
>
> qwest sells you the DSL, and then gives you several choices for your actual
> ISP. i decided to also use qwest as my ISP (like $6 a month) but MSN was an
> option.
I second the Qwest choice - and for a couple bucks more you get
nationwide dialup for those road trips. Up/down throughput is much
better than MSN. I tried them for a month but switched to Qwest.
BTW, Nathan, did they supply you with that ActionTec modem/router/AP
box? There are some interesting things that can be done with the
Linux system inside the box, especially since the source is available.
--
Will Honea
07-27-2004, 06:42 PM
#190
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: File Server at home
Well we could always change this to
rec.autos.makers.jeep+******+fileservers. ;)
Jerry
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"MontanaJeeper" <montanajeeper@aol.com> wrote in message
news:20040727002510.19122.00002422@mb-m06.aol.com...
> >Subject: Re: File Server at home
> >From: "Jerry Bransford"
>
> >Off-topic....
>
> verzeihen Sie uns, Internet-Führer!
rec.autos.makers.jeep+******+fileservers. ;)
Jerry
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PP-ASEL N6TAY
See the Geezer Jeep at
http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
"MontanaJeeper" <montanajeeper@aol.com> wrote in message
news:20040727002510.19122.00002422@mb-m06.aol.com...
> >Subject: Re: File Server at home
> >From: "Jerry Bransford"
>
> >Off-topic....
>
> verzeihen Sie uns, Internet-Führer!
