Introduction; About The Router; Key Features - NETGEAR RO318 Reference Manual

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This chapter describes the features of the NETGEAR Model RO318 Cable/DSL Security Router

and discusses planning considerations for installation.

The Model RO318 Cable/DSL Security Router with 8-port switch connects your local area

network (LAN) to the Internet through an external single-user access device such as a cable

modem or DSL modem.

The Model RO318 router provides you with hacker attack protection, multiple Web content

filtering options, plus browsing activity reporting and instant alerts via e-mail. Parents and

network administrators can establish restricted access policies based on time-of-day, URL and

URL keywords, and share secure high-speed cable/DSL Internet access for up to 253 personal

computers.

With minimum setup, you can install and use the router within minutes.

The Model RO318 router provides the following features:

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Security

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Stateful Packet Inspection for true firewall protection against hacker attacks

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E-mail reporting of security incidents and attacks

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Parental control of web browsing using Web Address (URL) keyword blocking

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Auditing and e-mail reporting of web browsing activities

Introduction

Chapter 1

Introduction

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