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Linksys WPC300N

Solid maximum throughput is not nearly enough to make us recommend the Draft N-based Linksys WPC300N. Sit tight to see how the other Draft N gear fares.

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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.

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Netgear WPNT511 RangeMax 240

If your priorities don't include long-range connectivity, then by all means get the somewhat ironically named Netgear WPNT511 RangeMax 240 wireless notebook adaptor for its record-breaking short-range speeds.

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Apple AirPort Express Base Station (with AirTunes)

The AirPort Express is among the very best wireless-networking devices we've seen for Mac or Windows, but its lack of computer-free control limits its unique ability to stream iTunes music.

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New Wi-Fi chips embedded in Samsung laptops

Samsung is set to announce that it will be the first laptop maker to incorporate new technology that greatly expands the range of Wi-Fi access and speeds up performance.

Fast fixes for 10 common Wi-Fi problems

If wireless network problems are leaving you befuddled, these valuable tips can help you make a better connection.