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From: The Natural Philosopher <tnp@invalid.invalid>
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Subject: Re: WiFi enabled cable modems or WiFi routers for Linux?
Date: Sun, 7 Jul 2024 11:43:24 +0100
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On 06/07/2024 14:44, tinker123 wrote:
> I never had a WiFi enabled cable modem or a WiFi router.
> 
Christ on a bike

> I'm guessing some configuration is involved like setting a name,
> usernames, and passwords.  Which of either type of hardware is friendly
> to Linux.  Actually provides configuration software that runs on Linux
> or another easy means of configuring the WiFi?
> 

All of them will have a web interface as primary means of configuration 
and many will have telnet or ssh access

So none are inimitable to Linux


> In regards to a WiFi enable cable modem I was thinking of buying a
> highly rated model, but from a few years ago to save a few pennies.
> 
> Any information or tips will be appreciated.

Well I am running a superb router, which also has telephone ports for 
VOIP. Its a Draytek
Vigor2762Vac. It is DSL OR fibre/cable capable.

I also have an older Cisco SOHO style router Exellent piece of kit


Don't buy old Netgear crap

-- 
Of what good are dead warriors? … Warriors are those who desire battle 
more than peace. Those who seek battle despite peace. Those who thump 
their spears on the ground and talk of honor. Those who leap high the 
battle dance and dream of glory … The good of dead warriors, Mother, is 
that they are dead.
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