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SOHO bandwidth limiting router suggestions?

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ripthesystem

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Currently we have a shared internet connection at our house. 4 computers using a 4 port Linksys BEFSR41 router. No complaints about the router at all but it seems the time has come for a feature that this router can't handle- we need to limit bandwidth on 1 of the computers.

That said- what is a comparable entry level router (ie cheap) that we can use for this?

Thanks!
 
Thanks for the link. I've already read that though and since we don't have a spare computer to use as our router I'm not sure that software solutions are going to help. I also don't have access to this other persons computer to change the TCP RWIN..

I'm more interested in finding a router that does have the ability to limit bandwidth or prioritize packets..
 
I think the Linux system running as a router is going to be the most cost effective solution. It doesn't take much of a computer to do the job, an old 300mhz PII will probably do just fine. Look in the local trashbins. 😀
 
Originally posted by: gunrunnerjohn
I think the Linux system running as a router is going to be the most cost effective solution. It doesn't take much of a computer to do the job, an old 300mhz PII will probably do just fine. Look in the local trashbins. 😀
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Absolutly true.

It is a matter of a Mind set.

1. You can search on eBay and the like for inexpensive used Managed Switch.

2. You can put a Linux Router (An old computer that can handle the chore can be found for less than $100).







 
so how hard would it be to turn the linux box into a router?
I'm very much a linux n00b. Imagine not knowing jack about linux, and then knowing even less.. that's probably me.

 
Thanks for all the great info guys.
I'm defiantely open to learning, just wondered if it was something I could do on my own or if I should enroll in the university pronto 😉

Looks like I've got a lot of reading to do.. if you have any other great options- keep em coming! thx again
 
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