I would like to upgrade my kernel from 2.2 to 2.4. The main thing that concerns me is building a new iptables-based firewall (as opposed to ipchains).
I was using the TrinityOS firewall for ipchains. I read through it, somewhat, but basically accepted its security on blind faith. I figure that with the switch to 2.4 and iptables, now would be a good time to really learn how to write a good firewall script. So for starters, I'd like to have a good, secure, well-commented iptables firewall script that I could use and learn from. Then I'd like to see some online documentation on firewall considerations. For the summer, I want a firewall that works with dynamic IP addresses so my dad and I can share a modem (standard, ultra-slow serial analog modem), running no services. Then, when I go back to school, I'll want to change the script so I can share a cablemodem with my roommates. I'll also run a couple basic services at that time, such as a mailer, an SSH daemon, and probably Apache. If anyone can point me in the right direction to get started, I would be very appreciative :) Thanks! Matt -- Matt Garman, [EMAIL PROTECTED] "I'll tip my hat to the new constitution, Take a bow for the new revolution Smile and grin at the change all around, Pick up my guitar and play Just like yesterday, Then I'll get on my knees and pray..." -- Pete Townshend/The Who, "Won't Get Fooled Again"