do i need a firewall

[jono261970]

Hello,

I have recently deployed an email\website server. This server is outside of proxy and directly attaches to eth0 on a cisco 1600 router.

I just wondered if I need to put a firewall between the router and the email server to prevent a DOS attack. Our ISP controls the CISCO 1600. I would also like to set-up a VPN for me to access from home.

I have been offered a CISCO PIX 506 with VPN support for £500. I have also been offered a watchguard firebox II PRO for £300.

Could anybody advise me on which if any to choose.

Thanks in advance.

jono


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[baddos]

The 506 is a nice firewall. Make sure it has the VPN 3DES license though.

-Bad Dos