pfSense

What do you like best?

This is the best user interface I've ever used for the complex task of network management. The defaults are excellent, and optimizing settings is easy thanks to great documentation.

What do you dislike?

I've had quite a bit of trouble using the built in upgrading feature. It always breaks the router and you *must* install pfSense fresh and recover your previous configuration.

Recommendations to others considering the product:

Take the time to learn what pfSense can do and how to do it and your life will be so much better. Controlling your own network gives you a lot of peace of mind since network connectivity is so important in today's world.

What problems are you solving with the product? What benefits have you realized?

I'm taking control of my own network. I'm controlling bandwidth access, external access, and optimizing my own traffic.