Looking for DSL router with firewall

xbox · Post by **xbox** » Tue Jun 14, 2005 8:14 pm

I am looking to buy a DSL router which is capable of blocking websites. Basically a router with built in firewall. What I am trying to achieve is allow very limited websites (only our business related) to my users and block everything else. I know I can do this by buying a software based firewall (winproxy) but since I have to buy a dsl router anyway might as well buy one with both features. I am looking to spend around $100 - $200. Any recommendations?

TIA
xbox

Post by **YeOldeStonecat** » Wed Jun 15, 2005 9:32 pm

I can't think of any that have a "permit only" feature, I've only seen those with "block these" features.

Wondering if you can take a different approach though...such as...assign a static IP/subnet make/gateway to your workstations..and leave the DNS entries blank. Then edit the host file and make entries for the websites you need.

wingedwraith · Post by **wingedwraith** » Wed Jun 29, 2005 5:21 am

Have a look at ZyXEL (www.zyxel.com) routers, they have a lot more features on the firewall than most 'home' targetted routers and should do what you need plus a load of other stuff.

Neil

digitech · Post by **digitech** » Sun Jul 17, 2005 12:43 am

I took a look at my D-Link DI-704P and it has, and I quote, "Deny users to access all domains except "Permitted Domains"" and a list box for permitted domains. Don't know if this will server your purpose.