Wireless-N Gigabit Security Router with VPN

Internet Access Policy

Access to the Internet can be managed by policies. A policy consists of four components. You need to define the PCs (MAC or IP address) to apply this policy, either Deny or Allow Internet service, what time and date to enable this policy, and what URLs or Keywords to apply this policy.

Use the settings on this screen to establish an access policy. Selecting a policy from the drop-down menu will display that policy's settings. You can then perform the following operations:

•Create a Policy - see instructions below.

•Delete the current policy - click the Delete button.

•View all policies - click the Summary button. On the Summary screen, the policies are listed with the following information: No., Policy Name, Days, Time, and a checkbox to delete (clear) the policy. To delete a policy, check the checkbox in the Delete column, and click the Delete button

•View or change the PCs covered by the current policy - click the Edit List of PCs button.

On the List of PCs screen, you can define PCs by MAC Address or IP Address. You can also enter a range of IP Addresses if you want this policy to affect a group of PCs.

To create an Internet Access policy:

1.Select the desired policy number from the Internet Access Policy drop-down menu.

2.Enter a Policy Name in the field provided.

3.To enable this policy, select the Enable option.

4.Click the Edit List of PCs button to select which PCs will be affected by the policy. The List of PCs screen will appear in a sub-window. You can select a PC by MAC Address or IP Address. You can also enter a range of IP Addresses if you want this policy to affect a group of PCs. After making your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes.

5.Click the appropriate option, Deny or Allow, depending on whether you want to block or allow Internet access for the PCs you listed on the List of PCs screen.

6.Decide what Days and what Times you want this policy to be enforced. Select the individual days during which the policy will be in effect, or select Everyday. Enter a range of hours and minutes during which the policy will be in effect, or select 24 Hours.

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Figure 6-34: Firewall - Internet Access Policy

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WRVS4400N specifications

The Linksys WRVS4400N is a versatile and powerful wireless router designed to cater to the needs of both small businesses and home users. Combining advanced security features with high-speed networking capabilities, this device stands out in a crowded market.

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The router's user interface is user-friendly, making setup and configuration straightforward even for those who are not tech-savvy. Linksys also offers firmware updates to ensure the router remains secure and performs optimally over time.

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