cable/dsl router or switch?

[jkoXP]

i need something that has a print server built in, and something that does the DHCP so the ISP wont know im sharing the internect connection....

would i be better off with a cable/dsl router?

the SMC7008BR, it says: combined with a 7-port 10/100 Mbps dual-speed switch, so does that means it can act as a switch also? 100mbp per port?

 

[JackMDS]

Read this link:

Hubs, routers, switches, DSL, LANs, WANs...?

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There are no significant differences between most of the Entry level Cable/DSL Routers.

Conventional Wisdom claims: The Routing Trinity.

1. Netgear RT314
2. Barricade 7004ABR
3. Linksys BEFSR41

(The above are 4 ports, they have also 8 ports version, same reviews apply).

Some Routers have an additional Printer Server, and DialUp Modem input for backup.

I would choose the one that has the features that fit the way you use the Internet (and may be it is on sale).

Table comparing these Routers (you don't have to be a member to read these reviews)

Comparing Cable/DSL Routers.

Link of Courtesy of: TallGeese

 

[flyfish]

The SMC7008BR is a good choice. I like mine. 🙂

Oh yea, It is a hub/switch and a router.