hey Guys,

i just wanted to start this thread as i thought it could lead to an interesting discussion, as i have found it hard to find the answers to my questions on the internet. as, recently, i have become very interested in the intricacies of computer networks.

in particular i have become interested in the operation of routers, as these are the more complex networking devices, as apposed to hubs, bridges and switches. i am fairly confident that i understand the operation of basic LAN routers that are responcible for a subnet of a LAN.

therefore, i particularly wanted to discuss the operation of home network routers, or for that matter any router that uses NAT or any variation thereof. so, i was wondering if anyone could describe how NAT and PAT/NAPT work?


regards,

- user0182