[Talk] Wireless Bridge

[Nicholas Saraniti]

Actually... I don't know how flexible your client is, but we had a
similar problem and ended up deploying an ssl-vpn.  It works fantastic,
and my reps whom constantly travel don't have to worry about such things
anymore.  It can even be used on pretty much any machine with internet
connectivity, providing you don't forget your login details -- and
interfaces with most tokens out there.

Were using this to serve out the VPN and have been VERY pleased with the
product.
http://www.sonicwall.com/us/Secure_Remote_Access.html

We purchased a SSL-VPN-200, which cost us about $200 --- But it has
saved us a fortune in tech support costs.  The VPN client can be
accessed from any browser which supports JAVA applets (And they PUSH
applets for SSH, Telnet, Windows Shares, NFS, VNC, RDP etc).  They also
have a true VPN client called "Net extender", which unfortunately is
windows based, but a linux/osx version is available in beta -- just ask
tech support for it.

Once again, I can't say enough how happy we've been with this product
(Nope i don't even work for sonicwall), i know it sounds stupid, because
it really doesn't do much, but it has made remote access a breeze
without compromising security standards.


Mike Roach wrote:
> I'm moving into a closet for tax purposes (those of you who work from
> home will understand.) I have a Watchguard Firebox SOHO 6 VPN router
> to connect to one of my client's internal network and phone system.
> Since my home is wired for wireless ;^) I was thinking of getting a
> wireless bridge. I've been happy with Linksys and Netgear equipment
> and won't consider DLink. The wireless router is the Linksys WRT54G.
>
> What I'm wondering is, have any of you used a router and wireless
> bridge at a hot spot? I will be doing a lot of travelling in July and
> August and it occurs to me that I could go to Panera Bread, plug in
> the VPN and bridge, and connect to my client that way. Most of my work
> can be done offline but I do need to make occasional calls, check
> voice and e-mail, and upload my stuff.
>
> I'm more concerned about possible sociopolitical rather than technical
> issues; will the guy behind the counter freak out when he sees extra
> gear between my laptop and my bagel? Should I cover the extra gear
> with the (inverted) tray and put my coffee cup on top of it? Do I
> really need that extra Orange scone? (OK I can answer that last one
> for myself.)
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Nicholas M Saraniti
Director of Operations
Commcare Pharmacy