Allied Telesis AR 320 - router

Advantages: Simple set up, price, no drivers to mess with, no gimmicks
Disadvantages: very minor compatibility issues

...I needed an ethernet modem to allow "always on" connection for my Apple Airport network. Up till now I've been using a Speedtouch USB and internet sharing to the wireless network via the attached computer. The disadvantage here was that this computer needed to be left on as long as an internet connection was required. I chose the 320T because it was simple, reasonably future proof (ADSL2/+) and I didn't need a wireless router. I got a good deal (under £15) from a reputable eBay powerseller on this item and after a couple of minor issues I'm now happy with its performance and stability. First problem was a software compatibility issue with Airport. I could get the modem to work through the ethernet connection on the computer but not the WAN port on my Airport Extreme base station. A bit of research on Apple's website followed... Read review

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Advantages: 17" Screen, Awesome Specs and a built in webcam
Disadvantages: Too much bundled software and it's also quite heavy.

...In this review I'm going to be covering Sony's great VAIO AR51E laptop computer. Specifications- 9.5/10 The AR51E is a high spec laptop suitable for gaming, business, graphics, and just about anything, it has a 2.0 GHz Core 2 Duo T7250 processor, 2GB Random Access Memory, a massive 200GB Internal Harddrive, and a NVIDEA GeForce 8400M GT, and just to top it all off, a huge 17" TFT X-Black LCD Screen, with full HD and a 1440x900 Resolution, which makes for awesome viewing if you play games or watch movies. It also has 2 USB Ports, and a DVD+RW Double Layer Reader. Design- 9/10 This laptop has a sleak slimline design, with a black matte finish, and the silver VAIO sign on the back, the screen is very reflective, which looks great, and thankfully in this case doesn't affect the screen when its on. Software- 9... Read review

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Advantages: Excellent range, eliminates wireless dead spots
Disadvantages: Occasionally has problems 'locking' on to a signal

...I work from home, and over the last few years I have been on a search to find a wireless router that could cope with the very thick walls of my house so that I would have a little more choice in which room I could work. I am a bit of a fan of Netgear products, and have had a number of their wired and wireless routers over the years. I have to say that I'm also a bit of a geek, and like to try out new products when they come on to the market. I had been using the excellent DG834GT Wireless Router for about a year to act as a router/modem for my wired computer in the office and for my wireless laptop. It worked well for the wired PC, but I was severely restricted to where I could roam with my laptop. My house is long and narrow with internal walls that are 2-3 feet thick, which effectively meant that I could only work wirelessly... Read review

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