Hi, all-
I'm getting ready to install a T1 line in my residence. Ultimately I will probably share the line with a few neighbors.
They're offering me a managed Adtran router for $75 a month, but I would rather purchase my own router so I can increase my knowledge base.
We use Cisco ASA's at work, which has me leaning in that direction.
How feasible is it for me to set an ASA up so it is secure right off the bat? I know there's a pretty steep learning curve, which is fine, but I don't want to leave myself vulnerable while I'm coming up to speed.
Or would I be better off with an IOS, or perhaps a Sonicwall?
My experience to date is with consumer grade routers, but I have over 20 years of IT experience.
Buckaroo
I'm getting ready to install a T1 line in my residence. Ultimately I will probably share the line with a few neighbors.
They're offering me a managed Adtran router for $75 a month, but I would rather purchase my own router so I can increase my knowledge base.
We use Cisco ASA's at work, which has me leaning in that direction.
How feasible is it for me to set an ASA up so it is secure right off the bat? I know there's a pretty steep learning curve, which is fine, but I don't want to leave myself vulnerable while I'm coming up to speed.
Or would I be better off with an IOS, or perhaps a Sonicwall?
My experience to date is with consumer grade routers, but I have over 20 years of IT experience.
Buckaroo