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Wireless Networks |
Wireless Routers
Wireless routers perform
the functions of a router but also includes the functions of
a wireless access point. They are usuallyh used to allow
access to the Internet or a computer network without the
need for a cabled connection. They can function in a wired
LAN (local area network), a wireless only LAN, or a mixed
wired/wireless network. Most current wireless routers have
the following characteristics:
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LAN ports, which work in the
same manner as the ports of a network switch
A WAN port, to connect to a
wider area network. The routing functions are filtered using
this port. If it is not used, many functions of the router
will be bypassed.
Wireless antennae. These
allow connections from other wireless devices (NICs (network
interface cards), wireless repeaters, wireless access
points, and wireless bridges, for example). |
Wireless router is the main wireless devices needed, besides
the modem, to build a wireless network environment in home
or in the SOHO. Generally when you sign-up for a broadband
internet connection from the ISP, the ISP provides you a
modem which is connected direct to one computer in home
either using USB port or NIC adapter. So if you want to
build a wireless network, you need to buy a router or access
point. How do you know which one is the best wireless router
you need?
The term the best wireless router is relative; there are
some factors you need to consider in deciding which router
is the best for your need. If you have limited budget, you
really need to consider the basic requirements which are the
best for your need. For example, if you just want to share
the broadband internet connection with couple of computers
in the household, and other share documents and printer
within the household, then you don't need to buy a high
features router such as one which is designed specifically
for gamers in mind.
There are many types of Wireless Routers at the marketplace
you can purchase, but which one is the best? In selecting
the wireless router; some people make the mistake of trying
to find the best wireless router. Of course, that's a moving
target as router get better and better with each new model
introduction, but what you really need is The perfect router
that is best for your need. So your target is not the best
wireless router but the best for your need.
Best Wireless router for Internet sharing
Based on the "The perfect router that is best for your need"
If you just want to build a wireless environment in home to
share the internet connection, or just for the portability
reason so you can browse the internet with your laptop
everywhere within the house wirelessly, you just need an
all-in-one device which combines the function of modem,
router, and the wireless access point.
If you subscribe for ADSL internet from the ISP which
includes the monthly charges for the modem, you can purchase
all-in-one device which includes the ADSL modem with the
price under $100 such as D-Link DSL-2640B, or you can
consider Netgear DG834Gv5 - a DSL Wireless Modem with
Wireless -G Router and built-in DSL Modem. Both are routers
with built-in ADSL modem, including 4-port Switch LAN,
wireless access point, and with router/firewall feature for
security protection against the internet threats.
Both routers would be suitable for your home wireless
environment to share the internet, share the files and
printer with several computers in the household. All the
requirements you need for building a wireless environment in
home with this type of modem-router, a single device for
all. This type of all-in-one device would be the perfect
wireless router for your need. For Cable Internet, you can
consider SBG-900 Cable modem router by Motorola.
Wireless Router for Gaming and HD Streaming
Still hold the principle of the perfect wireless router for
your need, wireless router for gaming and HD media streaming
demands high performance, fast, and reliable networks. Both
Gaming and streaming HD video applications demand high-speed
networks that capable of delivering high bandwidth-sensitive
applications. They should be capable to intelligently manage
and automatically prioritize network traffic to better
execute bandwidth-sensitive applications including VoIP and
multimedia applications. You need a wireless router which
has QoS (Quality of Service) technology feature.
The fastest wireless network today is based on draft 2.0
802.11n standards. It is not finalized yet, but mostly the
manufacturers have shipped their new lines of products using
this draft version of 802.11n technology. This draft 802.11n
(wireless -N) technology can deliver the speed of up to 300
Mbps (ideal condition, actual speed may vary) with enhanced
technology specific to the manufacturers. They should also
feature enhanced wireless technology for optimal range and
connectivity such as MIMO technology. MIMO is a technology
which uses multiple antennas to coherently resolve more
information than possible using a single antenna.
The best wireless router for gaming and streaming HD media
should be clear from the source of interference. Common
source of radio interference is wireless devices which
operate in the 2.4 GHz radio band such as cordless phone,
baby monitor, microwave oven, home security and monitoring
appliances, garage controller, and so on. Wireless 802.11b/g
and draft 802.11n standards operate in 2.4 GHz radio band
too. For a clear radio band, the wireless router should
include the dual-band feature which can operate both in 2.4
GHz and 5 GHz (802.11a) radio bands either selectable or
simultaneous. With dual-band, you can stream HD media as
well as for gaming in a clear 5 GHz frequency band, less
radio interference as in 2.4 GHz band. This will assure a
jitter-free and lag-free wireless environment.
Example of the perfect wireless router for gaming and HD
streaming is D-Link DGL-4500. DGL-4500 is specifically
designed for gamers in mind. It is powered by award winning
GameFuel technology which allows you to customize your
network settings to prioritize game traffic so others will
not hog all the bandwidth while downloading HD media.
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