[nzlug] IPCop box retiring. Getting NetGear DG834 ADSL Router. Comments? Wise move?

[yuri]

On 02/11/06, Michael Dittmer  wrote:
> Personally speaking, I'd see if I could get an internal PCI ADSL modem
> and keep the IPCOP box. IPCOP has support for quite a fair number of
> these cards.

Currently I *hate* any configuration whatsoever other than plugging it
in and turning it on.
I realise I'll have to enter my ISP details to connect, but other than
that I'm sick of futzing.

What advantage would IPCop+PCI ADSL modem give me over a linux based
hardware firewall?
Also, could I still use the POTS modem in the IPCop box to run a
faxserver+POTS answerphone while still using it as a firewall?

Also, are there any PCI ADSL modems on the shelf in Christchurch that
will *Just Work* with IPCop with no futzing?

Yuri