[mdlug] Torrent and routers

[Michael Rudas]

--- Garry Stahl wrote:
> Jeff Hanson wrote:
>> Could be overloading it with traffic.  Some cheap routers are known to
>> have that problem.  What brand/model?

> Old Belkin, I don't know the model but I've had it eight years now.

I would update the firmware, if it's still available.  Check Belkin's
website.  I have had recent situations involving WinXP, WinVista, AND
Linux where outdated modem and/or router firmware has caused problems.
 See:
"Windows Vista is an Internet dropout"
<http://favesoft.blogspot.com/2008/09/windows-vista-is-internet-dropout.html>
for some of my recent experiences.

~~ Michael