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There
are a wide variety of wireless routers on the market
today. The features you need will depend on the extent
of your network. In general it is good to look for
one that has a built in firewall for security, decent
speed and the ability to act as both a wired and wireless
router, and good range. Belkin routers and Linksys
routers are two popular brands. For the best range
and speed, look for a wireless router which uses 802.11g
technology.
Sharing
an internet connection with a wireless router
A wireless router hooks up directly to your cable
or DSL modem via a cable. The wireless router will
then transmit the broadband single to the computers
with a wireless card in the range of the network.
You will need to make sure that the cards are configured
for the home network, same as with a wired network,
but after that, you will be wire free!
Linksys
wireless router
Linksys wireless routers are an excellent brand which
offers many benefits to users. Linksys makes routers
which use 802.11g technology, which offers increased
speed and range over older standards. They offer wireless
routers in a variety of price ranges so they are affordable
and functional for a wide variety of wireless networks.
You can also purchase a linksys router with speed
booster technology to further increase network speed
and productivity.
Wireless
Router
A
router is a device which connects one network to another.
It is most used for connecting the internet (one large
network) with a home or business network. Wireless
routers allow you to share a broadband internet connection
between several computers.
Wireless
Router with Firewall
Not
all wireless routers come equipped with a firewall,
but it is worth investing in a router that has one.
Linksys wireless routers come in a variety of prices
with a variety of firewall capabilities. Depending
on the security needs of your wireless network, you
may want to consider getting a wireless router with
sophisticated firewall technology.
Belkin
wireless router
Belkin
wireless routers offer excellent range and speed.
One of their newest routers, the Belkin Pre-N has
8 times the range and 6 times the speed of regular
802.11g technology routers. They offer a variety of
other wireless routers to meet the needs of small
and large wireless network administrators.
Best
Wireless Router
The
best wireless router will depend on your wireless
network. If you have a small network within a small
range of one another, it may not be necessary to purchase
the latest and greatest wireless router on the market.
However, if you run an office or business and want
to maintain quality speed and performance, it is in
your best interest to purchase the latest technology
for the wireless router.
Wireless
Router Password
Most
wireless routers come with a default password of admin.
To maintain optimal wireless network security, it
is a good idea to change this password so others will
not be able to access the router, firewall, etc and
hack your wireless network.
Wired
and wireless router
Many
wireless routers offer the ability to use both a wired
and wireless network. If you are not ready, and cannot
make the switch fully to a wireless network, consider
purchasing a wireless router which offers both options.
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