Re: [squid-users] Using Squid in a WiFi hotspot environment

From: Chris Robertson <crobertson_at_gci.net>
Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:46:23 -0900

Kaya Saman wrote:
> Many thanks Fahd and Matthew!
>
> So I was correct initially by thinking that CoovaChilli ran on the
> Linksys WRT range of routers.
>
> This I guess is great for a pocket installation but not what I'm
> looking for hardware wise at least. I believe that the software is
> probably what I'm looking for but I need it specifically to interface
> with Cisco kit and since Cisco IOS operating system is proprietary it
> definitely will *not* run on Cisco access points.
>
> Fahd you mention something about a portal.... is there any software
> that will actually do URL redirects to a login page?? I am guessing it
> would be called a portal!
>
> The reason why I am sticking to Cisco is that I know the H/W
> capability and also am fed up with GUI displays for config.....
> another reason why I solely use UNIX systems for servers and desktop
> environments :-)
>
> Since Squid seems like it's not the right software I guess I am
> getting a bit off topic here so next best place to post should
> probably be the Cisco net Pro forum which should give me better insight.

Squid can be made to work (with the session helper), but something
specifically designed as a captive portal (like wifidog) might be a
better choice.

>
> Many thanks for all comments and opinions, they're much appreciated :-)
>
> --Kaya

Chris
Received on Fri Nov 20 2009 - 00:46:33 MST

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