Routers

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A router can make or break your serving potential. Besides controlling traffic flow, assigning IP addresses, and acting as a DNS server, it also has to forward packets to your server. Not having solid routing capabilities can limit your potential.

Going with a premade router can be an easy option, but it is not future-proofing and cannot be scaled. If a premade router stops meeting your needs, you can only buy another with. With open source router operating systems, you can virtually turn any computer into a competent router.