The latest WiFi standard is 802.11n but 802.11g has been around for awhile. You can find very inexpensive 802.11g routers that should be plenty fast enough for most homes.
"Linksys WRT54G2 Wireless-G Broadband Router (Refurbished) $22.99 plus $1.99 shipping after coupon at Newegg...The Linksys WRT54G2 features 802.11b/g wireless standards, 4-port Switch, and security features such as WPA2, wireless MAC address filtering, & a SPI firewall...Users have been happy with their purchase and have given the Linksys WRT54G2 broadband router...Looking for a good deal on a wireless router and adapter..." read more »
"A reader could find sufficient information here to base his/her purchase decision on this review alone...Rate a review "helpful" if it supports readers in making a good buying decision...The presentation and structure are unclear..." read more »
Retrevo's Recommendation: Average Buy for Everyone
"It looks good, it's easy to use and it was completely reliable throughout our test period...We highly recommend this router if you want something inexpensive with which to stream HD video or a high-speed ADSL2+ connection...The specification sheet might not say it, but the Linksys WRT110 wireless router can actually deliver speeds that are pretty close to what an 802.11n router can achieve...From the outside, the WRT110 looks just like the WRT160N, except that it doesn’t have any shine on its wing, nor any vent holes...When testing the router on a Windows network with a laptop equipped with a Linksys WPC300N wireless adapter, we obtained a good range and plenty of speed..." read more »
Retrevo's Recommendation: Buy with caution if you really want it
"Easy to set up, fast connections, an excellent value...After reading all good reviews and was given 5 stars I knew this router would fit my needs...I will highly recommend this to any of my friends or colleages..." read more »
"In congested areas, the Good Neighbor mode ensures that the Router checks for other wireless devices in the area before gobbling up the radio band...More reasons to buy Linksys WRT160N from Electronics-Expo.com..." read more »
Retrevo's Recommendation: Average Buy for Everyone
"True dual-band; compact and sleek design; good Web interface and software application; good set of networking features....Its 5Ghz throughput speed could be better; no Gigabit or USB support....If you're in the market for a dual-band router and most of your computers are wireless-capable, the Linksys WRT400N Simultaneous Dual-N Band Wireless Router makes for a sound buy, especially since you can get it for around only $130...The WRT400N achieved decent throughput..." read more »
"Linksys is always up with the latest developments in the wireless industry and here is another example in Linksys WRT610N Simultaneous Dual Band Wireless Router is one of the first true dual band wireless router to hit the market...The first thing that you will notice about this router is its look which is damn attractive...The performance of the router is good...Linksys WRT610N router is one of its kind, and has limited competition in the market, that explains its expensive price tag..." read more »
Retrevo's Recommendation: Good Buy if you want high end
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Guest feature...Could be cheaper...The guest feature is very neat, as the press of a button will generate a temporary password for visitors to your home or office that allows them access to the network with the minimum of hassle...Belkin N1 Vision (F5D8232-4) review from TechRadar UK's expert reviews of Modem routers...You can plug the adapter directly into your laptop or you can use the one-and-a-half metre extension cable,..." read more »
Retrevo's Recommendation: You can find better products
"The Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router is really three devices in one box...And, for those who want to play around or to give some extra strength to the router, they installed Linux firmware (this is why we have WRT54GL, where L stands for Linux), that means more security and longer life spend, and easy to upgrade/change the official firmware...BUT for all of us, who we'll not try to do this, WRT54GL brings simplicity to establishing..." read more »
Retrevo's Recommendation: Average Buy for Everyone
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Good looking.../* */...Aesthetically, the router is pleasing to look at and the housing is identical to the popular DG834PN, but in a black finish...Does the idea of a Google Chrome OS get you excited...NetGear WNDR3300 Rangemax Dual Band Wireless N Cable Router review from TechRadar UK's expert reviews of Modem routers......" read more »
Retrevo's Recommendation: Buy with caution if you really want it