This is what I want to set-up but need some advise please. Replace me existing firewall with a redhat based pc. I then want to allow all my LAN based pc’s access to the internet via the Redhat box (securely) Provide a proxy to cache frequently used sites & information. Allow inbound inbound access on smtp port 25 to my mailserver Allow inbound inbound access on sslo port 443 & 80 to my web server Allow windows based laptops access to the LAN via vpn across the internet. I am an absolute learner so please bear with me… I know how to do this on W2K but want to play with the Linux alternative… Paul Upton --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.443 / Virus Database: 248 - Release Date: 10/01/2003 -- Psyche-list mailing list Psyche-list@redhat.com https://listman.redhat.com/mailman/listinfo/psyche-list