 jmn1207Premium
join:2000-07-19
Ashburn, VA | reply to wifi4milez
Re: Who's next? The main problem with security in this article is the fact that remote access is enabled by default and the wireless security is vulnerable at the default WEP setting.
There are no problems with FiOS and the ActionTec or Westell routers with regards to security. At least, no different from any other consumer level router. These aren't modems, just routers, and while the tiny NAT table may be an issue for some users with certain ActionTec models, they are full featured routers that are very capable and highly configurable.
Lots of people have setup FiOS to use their own routers in all kinds of configurations, and all of these setup are explained in the FiOS FAQs.
You can actually hook up your PC directly to the ONT without using any router at all. And only the Verizon STB require a MoCa router for VOD and guide data. TiVo and Moxi HD DVRs get their guide date from the internet, and the coaxial cable does not need to connect to the router at all for people with these devices. |
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 wifi4milezBig Russ, 1918 to 2008. Rest in Peace
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New York, NY | said by jmn1207:You can actually hook up your PC directly to the ONT without using any router at all. And only the Verizon STB require a MoCa router for VOD and guide data. TiVo and Moxi HD DVRs get their guide date from the internet, and the coaxial cable does not need to connect to the router at all for people with these devices. Correct, however most people also get the TV bundle with FIOS. That being said, most of those people also use the Verizon STB. So if you are a typical FIOS TV user you need the Actiontec unless you dont want VOD and guide data (which everyone wants).
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jmn1207Premium
join:2000-07-19
Ashburn, VA | ActionTec or Westell are the current brands being used right now. Still, they are full featured routers, and not absolutely necessary. I don't really see this as any concern at all. Your options for any ISP are just as limited in reality. How many different DOCSIS 3.0 Comcast modems can I use.? Would most customers even purchase their own? How many variations does Comcast provide?
It's really nothing to worry about. |
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