Re: [squid-users] Replace squid with "A Box" ??

Marc van Selm wrote:

> Squid can do transparent caching but that requires some effort. Squid is
> not a "box" that you buy, power up and use in 2 seconds. It is a software
> package that needs to be installed. It requires an OS etc etc. Now there is
> no reason for a company to build such a kit and sell it a "plug-and-play"
> device. If you stick with a basic (or a few basic) configurations this can
> be done with ease.

There is quite many vendors shipping Squid appliances in one form or
another if you want an appliance running Squid.

--
Henrik Nordstrom
Squid Hacker
<shameless promptions of companies shipping Squid and who are taking an
active role in Squid development>
My company, Mara Systems <http://www.maraystems.com/> ships security
related appliances where Squid usually is one of the components.
Swelltech (the company of Joe Cooper) has a well tuned product line of
caching appliances, all using Squid.
Most stores also have tinned Squid in stock if you prefer eating Squid
rather than compiling your own
</promptions>