Network, Firewall, VPN?

[-Cryptic-]

So I have my network now and im on a LAN line from the router to a powerline adapter that goes into a switch in my room and into my comp. My question is would adding a firewall network device like the watchguard ones have any benefits to my side of the network. Also what are some of the safest or most secure network encryptions?

The reason I ask is because what i'm looking to do is set up a survalance system at my house and have it record to the dvr but have the dvr send the recordings straight to my file server. Also I want to be able to access all the files and cameras from my main comp which is why I think I need a vpn. I dont have a file server yet or the survalance stuff basically im wondering how i should approach this?

router - Lynksys WRT54GC
powerline adapter - NOVATECH NV-225W Powerline Ethernet Adapter
switch- DLINK DES-1105

 

[Zwitterion]

It sounds like you're in over your head. Either way, you would put a firewall between your network and the internet; which it sounds like you already did with a router. If you want surveillance equipment on your network, it would connect to one of your network ports or would directly connect to a machine that transmits it over the network. It will all depend on what software you use as to how the data will be saved. No VPN is neccessary.

 

[cyr0n_k0r]

unless the robber sneaks in and taps into your home network (which would defeat the purpose of the suveillance system) encryption on the LAN is not needed.

 

[genesis[OFT]]

Sorry if this sounds harsh, but for just mere (network) webcams with 24\7 recordings and what, 5 users? You really don't need anything more than a standard switch and a firewall. It's a relatively simple network. You sound like you need to do a bit of research as well. I'm sure there would be plenty of information on Google for network surveillence systems.

 

[Lethal]

NETWORK, FIREWALL, VPN????

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