From: artis@nospamplease.net.invalid   
      
   "iDonkey"  wrote in message   
   news:2011040620091424755-donkey@thistlebushcom...   
   >   
   > Here is the basic concept:   
   >   
   > 1.) Your cable Internet connection is, probably, not protected from others   
   > trying to attack your computer (unlikely on Mac but possible). If you had   
   > a PC, not having a firewall would be like having unprotected sex with a   
   > crack whore with AIDS.   
   >   
   > 2.) A router ($49.00 at WallMart, etc.) can create a bridge between the   
   > Internet and connected devices (like your new Mac) in your house. That is   
   > what I mean by "firewall".   
   >   
   > 3.) You can attach other devices (like an AppleTV or whatever) to the same   
   > cable modem. The router lets you attach more than one device to your cable   
   > modem.   
   >   
   > 4.) You might be able to save money by switching to a voice over Internet   
   > (VOIP) service like Vonage and SAVE money. You'll need a router for that.   
   >   
   > Hope this helps,   
   >   
   > Donkey   
      
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