Post Installation
After FreeBSD has finished copying files, several post installation tasks must be performed.
The first question you will be asked is if you want to configure any Ethernet or slip/ppp network devices. I suggest that you select No here unless you are sure that you know what you are doing. We will discuss configuring the network in detail in Hour 13.
There are some other advantages to not having the machine on the network right away. For example, the system will be relatively exposed, and if it isn't connected to the network, hackers can't get to it.
Next, you will be asked if you want this machine to function as a network gateway. Once again, I suggest that you select No here. The next question will ask you if you want to configure ...
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