Hi, I subscribed to Comcast 16Mbps yesterday and I've scheduled an appointment on Friday. And I decided to get my own modem. I need a wireless router as I'm sharing it with my several other housemates. I browsed through several sites and forums and I noted that Linksys WRT54GL is highly recommended. So I would like to ask for opinions from you guys.. Be quick cause I need to get my router before Friday !
1) Is that a good modem ?
2) Which 3rd party firmware is good ?
Thanks !
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It's a good modem if you intend to stick to wireless G. How many components are you going to have on it?
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The WRT54GL is a good choice. A little old, but adequate.
It's part of a line of Linksys routers that has been a mainstay in the wireless industry. -
Also I noted that there's this version 1.0 and 1.1. It's not stated in the Amazon. Is there any significant difference ? -
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Are you just going to have the laptop connected? -
Oh well, I have 3 housemates and plus me, there will be 4 laptops connecting with wireless. Probably my ipod touch too. hee
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The GL version will allow you to install the dd-wrt firmware. This firmware will boost performance of the router.
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Changed my mind. Since the comcast technician is coming up to fix the internet at tomorrow, my linksys WRT54GL won't come in time if I were to order it from Amazon. So I am resorted to buy from my comp store in uni. And there are only 2 models left. Which would u guys recommend ?
Netgear WGR614 and Linksys WRT54G2 ? -
Definitely the Linksys. It's a newer model.
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Quick help needed!
Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by chewyeong90, Nov 18, 2009.