Build Your Own Fast Small DIY Linux Router
Building your own router may seem like a silly undertaking, but Ars Technica has found that it is not only quite simple, but also produces better results than most commercial options.
The project here uses a mini PC and SSD . Once you’ve got them together, you simply install Ubuntu Server, set up some very simple commands, and you’ll be on your way to a completely self-contained router. The end result is a fast LAN router that outperforms most commercial options . Obviously most of us don’t need this, but if you’re a tinker or want complete control over your network, this is a pretty easy way to do it. Visit Ars Technica for a complete guide and other plans to test alternative operating systems.
Ars’ Guide to Building a Linux Router from Scratch | Ars Technica