Tags: 802.11g, dlink, router

What equipment is used to connect to a network?

We look into the sort of equipment or infrastructure that you may find being used to create a home network.

Today at CES, Netgear introduced its 3G-only mobile router, the MBR624GU.

Apple AirPort Express Base Station (802.11n)

You should consider the new AirPort Express if you're in the market for a new Wi-Fi router that offers portability, ease of use, and the unique ability to stream iTunes over your network.
Linksys WRT150N Wireless-N Home Router

The Linksys WRT150N is a great router option for those who want the range improvement of 11N but don't need the other features — or the steep price tag.
Linksys WAG325N

Linksys' integrated ADSL2+ modem and Draft-N wireless router gets a lot of things right - including excellent signal propagation - but still doesn't live up to the Draft-N speed hype.
D-Link DIR-655 Xtreme N Wireless Router

Even with gigabit Ethernet, its design niggles and the failure to significantly better Wireless-G performance make the DIR-655 poor value.
D-Link DSL-G604T

D-Link's DSL-G604T is a ADSL2/2+ modem router with some serious stability issues. Read our Australian review.
Iomega StorCenter Wireless NAS 1TB

This reasonably priced NAS drive provides storage and backup — it should please both SOHO users and home users who want a drive that works and plays.
D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G730AP

While not a necessity, the DWL-G730AP is a highly convenient, inexpensive tool for frequent travellers.
Buffalo LinkTheater

Looking for a way to play movies and music from your PC in your living room? Buffalo's wireless media player might be the device you're after.

Draft N wireless routers: get ready for 802.11n

Draft N (of the upcoming 802.11n) is the latest wireless networking standard, and while 802.11n is not finally ratified, it does promise better speed, throughput, range and dependability. CNET.com.au explores its promise and reviews the latest Draft N gear on the Australian market.
Four far-reaching routers

If you're lucky enough to have a palatial abode, you'll need a router that can cast a far-reaching network so that you can be connected in the most remote corners of your home.
2004's fastest routers

Progress marches on and so do the capabilities of wireless networking. 2004 saw the advent of 802.11g routers with turbo modes that you can use to boost your throughput and increase your range.

Get (laptop) smart before you buy

Win the numbers game and get the laptop that's perfect your needs as well as your budget!
Microsoft Windows® 7. Your PC, simplified.

Windows® 7 has been designed to be more reliable, more responsive, and to make the things you do every day easier.
Whereis® maps

If you’d like to get to know more of Australia, and do it safely, then check out Whereis® maps.