I am currently trying to build a secure network to protect my computer running Windows 98 from any outside source. I am thinking of building another computer and running Linux as the OS and using it as a router to connect to the internet (yes I have dial-up, and yes I am ashamed). But I am thinking of running an open source Linux (once I learn to use it, heh, thats on the to-do list) and putting firewalls on it. I also plan on booting it on a disk so no need for a hard drive. Then I plan on putting security on the Windows computer as well. This is only a basic starting idea and I would appreciate any input you can help me with.