Wireless Setup

[Foxox]

I'm moving to wireless, and looking at Routers. I'm looking at the Linksys WRT54G Wireless G router. Was wondering if the linux version is worth it for the extra 20? I am just unsure if I need the third party firmware. I don't need to do anything special, I am just looking for speed and reliablilty. I have heard of third party firmware that optimize range and speed, is this worth it/does it exist? Also, is speedbooster worth it? And finally, are there any other routers in the same price range?

Thanks.

 

[JackMDS]

Here this page linked below would show you a comparison of what each one of the major 3rd party firmware can or can not do.

The first on the Table is HyperWRT, it is the easiest to deal with and it is based on the original Linksys firmware.

If what you would like to do is included in (HyperWRT + Tibor), I would recommend it as a first choice.

Otherwise choose another one that can do what you need to do.

If you do not understand some of the terms ask specifically and some one here would be glad to answer.

http://www.linksysinfo.org/modules.php?name=Content&pa=showpage&pid=31

What do I use it for?

1. Boosting the Power Output of the Wireless to 65mW.

2. Using IP reservation within the DHCP range.

3. Qos

4. Some time configure to WDS.

Otherwise.

Wireless What Should I Get?

Wireless - Basic Configuration.

Wireless Security for the Home User.

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[Foxox]

OK, thanks