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Unbloated Network – Replacing your ISP router: Installing OpenWRT on an x86 PC (part 3)

In the previous two articles, I introduced my project: replacing my aging Vodafone router with custom hardware running the open-source OpenWRT operating system. The Vodafone box will remain in use ...
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I prefer OpenWrt to OPNsense, but this old-school Linux router fits most networks better

IPFire gave my spare mini PC a job as a wired and wireless lab firewall.
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Unbloated network – building an OpenWRT router: Which hardware actually makes sense? (part 2)

After deciding against using the ISP router in part one, it’s time to focus on hardware: what actually works best for an OpenWRT router? A mini PC, Raspberry Pi, or a traditional router? And what ...