To attract home users, router manufacturers have to keep setup and maintenance simple, while also walking the very thin line between charging more than consumers will pay-which isn't a lot-and cutting features beyond what they'll accept. The $110 (street)...

Great price for a dual-band router. Good performance. Easy initial install. Nice QoS features.

Performance drop at longer distances. Installation wizard too stripped-down. No Gigabit Ethernet ports.

The WNDR3300 is a decent router if all you need is a basic wireless setup and a good multimedia streamer. Otherwise, explore other options.

Comprehensive set of features that includes a complete security solution and centralized management; great performance; scalable.

Pricey.

The WatchGuard Firebox X8000 is an extremely capable firewall that will attract organizations needing gigabit throughput.

Not more than a year ago, setting up a wireless home network with a gateway and Ethernet cards could easily exceed $500. These days, sharing a single broadband connection throughout your home or small office has never been cheaper-or easier. The Actiontec...

3Com was one of the first companies to recognize the importance of the home networking market. Last year, the company underwent a realignment of its product line in order to focus exclusively on the home and small-office markets. The 3Com Home Wireless Ga...

The Cisco Aironet 350 Series has flexible management options, good integration with Cisco infrastructure products, and several unique features. Also, updating firmware is much easier with the Aironet 350 than with any of the other products reviewed, and t...

The Lucent Orinoco product line is the latest incarnation of one of the oldest wireless products on the market. Originally introduced as the WaveLAN WavePoint II, the Lucent Orinoco AP-1000 features a simple user interface, dual radio capability, and exce...