[CALUG] modems for Linux (now FiOS)

[Randal T. Rioux]

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Eric V. Smith wrote:
> Eldon Ziegler wrote:
>> With Verizon's fiber service you have to use their router. It's not a
>> bad one but I was accustomed to my Linux router. The 15 down / 2 up Mbps
>> speed is great though.
> 
> I have the 15 down / 2 up service.  I have the older PPPoE
> configuration.  I talked to a VZ tech, who says that all new installs
> are DHCP, and they will eventually switch people like me, who have
> PPPoE, to DHCP.  I can't wait.
> 
> I do not use the Verizon supplied DLink router.  I have a normal cable
> that goes directly from the FiOS ONC to an Intel NIC in my Linux
> computer.  I am running Roaring Penguin PPPoE (rp-pppoe)
> http://www.roaringpenguin.com/penguin/open_source_rp-pppoe.php.  This
> gives my computer a routable IP address on the Internet.
> 
> I get the full speed using this configuration.  I just tested it at
> 15190 down and 1766 up.
> 
> Eric.
> 

I was under the impression that the FIOS service was NAT'd at the
distribution point. I'm avoiding the switch from Comcast because I host
apps on dozens of ports, and I fear losing that luxury.

Will the "home" service (assume DHCP) allow external access to system
ports (ie www, ssh, vpn, ftp, etc)?

Thanks...


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