Advantages: Small, and makes internet sharing as easy as pie
Disadvantages: A bit expensive, no built-in hub, a bit ugly!

...When I signed up for ADSL, I got a free Speedtouch modem. It worked fine on my main computer - a PC at that time - but networking and sharing the connection was a bit of a hassle. For one thing, the main computer had to act as a 'server' all the time, and remain connected, for the second computer to access the internet. Then our modem gave up the ghost altogether. To be honest, I was slightly relieved. I'd heard a lot about how a router would make internet sharing easier, so I decided to go the extra mile and spend a few more pounds to upgrade. I needed something quick, so I unfortunately had to pay the premium and buy from PC World who charged me £80 for the Zoom X3. I'm sure it's available cheaper online. --> WHAT IS A ROUTER? Routers have been much more common in big business until broadband internet made its way into homes... Read review

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Advantages: Quick and Easy installation
Disadvantages: Low wireless range

...First of all I must congratulate Zoom for such a fantastic product. Out of all my experiences with wireless/wired routers including; Netgear, Belkin and Linkysys (Cisco), I have found the Zoom X6 Wireless ADSL router to be the most user-friendly router I have ever used. In the box you will get; The wireless router, Power Lead, RJ5 cable (used to connect the router to a base unit in order to cingure the router softwar, once the software has been configured the RJ45 lead may be taken out as long as you have a wireless receiver, i.e. USB, PCMCIA or PCI), instruction manual and CD-ROM software. The first thing to do when you open the box, lay out all your parts and make sure everything is there, then put the CD-ROM into your CD drive, the software is very straight forward and the whole setup process takes about 15 minutes... Read review

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Advantages: good value for money, good security, very fast basic installation
Disadvantages: must read the manual for advanced settings, beware of 'lemons'

...Dynamode R-ADSL-C4W-EG - wireless router review After 16 months of use, my BT voyager 210 router exhibited symptoms of failing i.e. intermittent loss of connection, slow download speed even the ADSL line is clear. I bought this ADSL2/2+ modem from Amazon at £24.99 (good value) for my ADSL connection (I am not with ADSL2 yet) and this router confirmed that my BT voyager router was on its last leg. After installation, the download speed was back to usual. What's in the box In the box it comes with the wireless modem, DC adaptor, microfilter (only one, if you have >1 phone socket in the house, buy more), an ADSL telco cable, an Ethernet/CAT5 patch cable, a CD-ROM (contains only the electronic quick installation guide and a 'must-read' user manual) and a one page, double-sided quick installation guide. The microfilter... Read review

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Advantages: Fast, Reliable, Cheap.
Disadvantages: High set-up costs for new users.

...I have had a ADSL internet connection for the past 3 years, of which ADSL4less has been my ISP for the last 8 months. I have had some terrible expieriences with previous ISP's and have ended up stuck with slow speeds and terrible customer service for 12 months. When i decided to migrate my ADSL connection ( change ISP) i decided to go for ADSL4less becasue there migration fee was only £15 and there was no 12 month contract. A minimum of 1 month was all that was required. However, set-up costs for new users i believe are currently around £60, please check the ADSL4less website for upto date figures. The migration all happened on time and before i knew it i was surfing the internet at mutch faster speeds with a much more reliable connection. I found dealing with the ADSL4less team easy and hassle-free, there were no problems... Read review

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Advantages: Not being with the troublesome BT
Disadvantages: Support not keen to help at 4.30pm

...OK. Many people would say that living in a cabled area was akin to being born with a spoon in one's mouth. Whilst I was still at my parents', I took my lovely Blueyonder 1.5MBps connection for granted. I moved, from Southend, to Orsett, to a non-Telewest area, so the jump had to be made. I had heard so many bad things about BT's own ADSL [though I suppose you only *ever* hear the bad things], so I canvassed for recommendations for other ADSL ISPs. Zen was recommended to me, so whilst my old Blueyonder account was still active, I dialled up, got frustrated at the speeds, and hurriedly subscribed to Zen. I guess the first thing that struck me about Zen (and probably ADSL in general), was that, although they do not actually have to *do* anything at your premises, there is still a lead time of one week before 'activation' of your... Read review

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Advantages: Fast Speeds, Small, Very Light
Disadvantages: N/A

...The Blekin ADSL Modem with Built-In 802.11g Wireless Router is very easy to set up you could have it set up In minutes, you will be able to share your Internet connection and network your computers. I have had one for about a year now and I have had no problems with it what so ever. I have transferred files sheared my internet access with other computers in my house. The speed that this Router transfers at is excellent. The internet is much faster when wireless to up to 2 times faster. Belkin also give you a life time warranty so you dont have to worry about it breaking. The design of the route is very good small and light so you can fint it into places out of sight. ------------------ Key Features ------------------ Integrated 802.11g Wireless Access Point 802.11g is an exciting new wireless technology that provides up to 54... Read review

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Advantages: Pick up a bargain ?
Disadvantages: Only 4 ethernet ports ?

...Another review from me for a discontinued item, but may be useful if you're loking to pick up a bargain item on ebay... The D-Link DSL-504 ADSL Router has a built-in ADSL modem - plugs directly into your ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line)-enabled phone line, and with its 4 port 10/100Mbps ethernet switch, allows connections to lots of things (check out my other reviews for what it's connected to...). The DCHP server allows automatic allocation of IP addresses to all your network gubbins too - although I've set the IP's for my wireless accesspoint & print server to allow easier access to their brower based interfaces. The DSL-504 has a browser admin interface too for easy installation and setup, just type in the IP address (the default 192.168.0.1, as with most routers, but if it's changed you can always use the command line... Read review

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Advantages: small, cheap, fast
Disadvantages: gets hot, not as cheap as USB only modems

...So this is the device needed to get the ADSL line working but how well does it work? Appearance = The first thing I noticed about this model is the colour of it. Its silver and this gives it a modern appeal. Its small and rather thin. It is only 2.8cm x 17.5cm x 11.8cm so makes it a compact modem. It is also light and weights in at 600 grams. When the modem is switched on, it has yello LEDs that light up to show if the power is on, USB, ethernet and if the ADSL line is there. System Requirements * ADSL Internet service from BT and your chosen ISP. I use Nildram. * Ethernet (netowrk) or USB connection on your PC * Windows 95, 98, Me, NT, 2000, XP, Mac * Internet Explorer 5.0 or Netscape 4.7 or better - Tthis is so you can access the configuration menu. Box Contents * DM602... Read review

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Advantages: Facilities, easy set up, lights(!), stability
Disadvantages: Some backwards compatibility issues, lack of web executable filtering

...The Netgear DG834PN is the latest version of the DG834 and combines an ADSL modem with a wireless router and 4 port switch. In plain English, this plugs in your phone socket and allows one or more PCs to share the connection via eith