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ADSL Routers
Are you interested in setting up a wireless network at home or in an office setting? If so then a router is the best option. Although you can setup networks in other ways, such as using a switch, with a router you can do everything wirelessly. This helps to cut back on organizational issues, while also allowing for easy mobility. With this in mind, more and more people are deciding to use a router as opposed to other options.
Before you buy a router you will want to know more about how they are used, and whether or not it will work to your advantage. A router is not a huge purchase, but if you are going to spend money on one, it's best to make sure that it will work in your favor.Â
Router Usage
The main purpose of a router is quite simple: it is meant to enable you to setup a wireless network. As mentioned above, you can do this in a residential or commercial setting. At home, you can use a router to setup a wireless network so you can use your laptop computer from anywhere. The same holds true if you are going to use a wireless network in your office.
To get started you will need a primary internet connection. This connection will run through your router into a computer in your network. From there, you can setup your router to offer signal to other computers on the network. You will need to setup the router to allow each network computer to tap into the signal.
When it comes to router usage, you need to make sure that speeds are fast and that security is kept in mind at all times. It is not rare for outside users to attempt to tap into networks in order to avoid paying for the service. This is a security risk that you want to combat.
Features
Before buying a router you need to be aware of several key features:
1. Speed. In today's day and age you will want to shop for a Wireless-G router. These units are five times as fast as Wireless-B units that were common in the past. Although Wireless-B is still used in home and business settings, a simple upgrade will allow you to take advantage of advanced performance.
2. Number of ports. A four port full duplex 10/100 switch will give you the ability to connect up to four Ethernet devices.
3. Security features. Any security feature that is offered by a router is something to consider. With a wireless network you need to be aware of security risks at all times. The proper Wireless-G router will encrypt wireless transmissions to ensure the security of your network.
Price
Most consumers in the market for a router do not want to spend too much. Instead, they are searching for a reliable unit that will get the job done. Both Linksys and NETGEAR have quickly become leaders in this industry. If you are in the market for a router, you should preferably consider both companies. A Linksys Wireless-G Broadband router can be yours for approximately R500. Although this is not the most advanced router, most users find it to be the perfect solution for both home and office use.
Buying Tips
Follow these three tips if you are interested in buying a router:
1. Establish whether it is the correct way to setup your network. Many people think that they want and/or need a wireless network, but find that another option is better.
2. Don't spend too much money on a router. You can find a reliable unit for no more than R1000. Even though this does not sound like a lot of money, it is enough to get you a router with plenty of features.
3. Speed is important. This is particularly true if there will be many computers using the router to access the internet. Faster is usually better when buying a router.
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