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Old 02-23-2011, 11:13 AM   #1
dave247
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using usb port as nic? (Debian system acting as router/firewall)


Hey I got a computer that I want to use as a firewall/router on my network... I plan to use Debian... but the thing is it only has one NIC in it and I cant add another.. I thought I could before I got it but there are no expansion capabilities... there are however many usb ports so I was wondering if anyone can suggest any good Linux compatible USB to NIC devices... or know of any other solutions.

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Old 02-23-2011, 03:22 PM   #2
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I tend to buy the cheapest ones and they just work.

http://www.amazon.com/TRENDnet-USB-1.../dp/B0000CDZ82
 
  


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