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DrZaius · 08-30-2001, 01:52 AM

Hi Scotty,

I have DSL and could never go back to 56K. The speed and convience of not having to dial-up is great. It is only more prone to hacking if you have a static IP, because it can be used for trojans and such. But, if you have a dynamic IP (most DSL is) then it's the same as dial-up, the IP changes everytime you connect. Like Jenni mentioned, I would use ZoneAlarm for the extra security. So no, you won't need to go with Linux for security, you'll be fine with Windows and common sense. The best source for DSL information is at DSL Reports. Just look around the site and you'll find more than you need. Hope that helps.

08-30-2001, 01:52 AM	#3
DrZaius Member (13 bit) Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Fullerton, CA Posts: 7,030	Hi Scotty, I have DSL and could never go back to 56K. The speed and convience of not having to dial-up is great. It is only more prone to hacking if you have a static IP, because it can be used for trojans and such. But, if you have a dynamic IP (most DSL is) then it's the same as dial-up, the IP changes everytime you connect. Like Jenni mentioned, I would use ZoneAlarm for the extra security. So no, you won't need to go with Linux for security, you'll be fine with Windows and common sense. The best source for DSL information is at DSL Reports. Just look around the site and you'll find more than you need. Hope that helps. __________________ "A witty saying proves nothing." - Voltaire