Two floppy-based firewalls (NewsForge)

Floppfw takes a minimalist approach that requires you to understand iptables in order to customize it. Its lack of remote administration could be seen as an advantage for both resource-constrained and security-conscious users. Running SSH or a Web server takes up memory and processor resources that could be used to support more users. It is also one less source of potential vulnerabilities. Those familiar with Linux and command-line administration will feel right at home with floppyfw.

Coyote Linux shines when it comes to ease of use. The disk creation program is easy to install on both Linux and Windows. The Web-based administration interface makes changing firewall settings a breeze. Add-on packages are also easy to install; in most cases, you just copy the file to the diskette and reboot. If you do not have much Linux experience, or if you just prefer graphical administration, Coyote Linux makes more sense for you.