Input anyone?

[aloser]

Hi all,
I can hardly believe it, but after 6 years or more of service my router seems to be failing.
I'm currently the proud owner of a Linksys BEFW11S4v1 - debating what to upgrade to next (stay with Linksys or switch brands). Any thoughts or ideas???

 

[JackMDS]

The price differential between Wired and Wireless is very small, a result people who to not plan on immediate Wireless buy Wireless Router any way and disable the Wireless.

However, as far as Wired Routers go.

The main difference between the Wired Entry level Cable/DSL Routers is the Firewall "Filtering" system, and number, range etc. of ports that can be opened through the Hardware Firewall.

If you are a gamer, and or use applications that need ports opening, it is an issue you have to look at.

If you need special ports opening for Server, VPN, etc. You have each targeted Router to make sure that it can keep these ports Open.

If you want a more elaborate Router with better VPN, and SPI capacities you have to look at the Top Models of SMC, Linksys, D-Link, and Netgear.

Therefore, you need to decide what exactly you want and read few Data Sheets on the manufacturers Support Sites.

Otherwise, I would go with the lowest price, and the decor

Link to: Cable/DSL Routers - NAT, Ports, SPI.

Link to: Wireless What Should I Get?

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