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    Wireless G or N router?

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by pattyg, Oct 7, 2007.

  1. pattyg

    pattyg Newbie

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    I just bought a new laptop and would like to set up a wireless network. I am debating between going with Wireless N or Wireless G router. Specifically I am looking at the LinkSys Wireless G with Speedbooster ($69) and the Netgear WNR834B RangeMax Next-Wireless N Router ($99).
    I plan to use this router in my older home (lots of walls!) for net surfing and occasionally to watch live video over the web. I also would like to use it to upload files to a server for web pages I maintain.
    The laptop is a Toshiba A205-S4777 compatible with both g and n
    Thanks! :eek:
     
    pattyg, Oct 7, 2007
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  2. Reezin14

    Reezin14 Crimson Mantle Commander

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    The linksys is a solid router,but you can't go wrong with the netgear built in features.Range and network speed should be better with the N product.Daft N hasn't been ratified as of yet just something to think about.
     
    Reezin14, Oct 7, 2007
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    ToxicBanana Notebook Consultant NBR Reviewer

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    I have a notebook with b/g wireless. Will there be any benefit purchasing an n router? Specifically, will a n router boost the range of a g adapter?

    Also, I have heard that n networks can kill g networks. Will getting a n router for use with a g adapter protect my network from this problem if one of my neighbors decides to upgrade to n? or will it still be killed because I am using g gear?
     
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