ADSL BT broadband, do i need a modem router?

Question

I have an (adsl) phoneline broadband connection. Do i need to buy a modem router, or can i buy a router to work with my exsisting modem to go wireless

Answer 1

either one it's your choice.

Answer 2

Hello,

(ANS) OK!! so you now have a broadband enabled phoneline with ADSL. So in order to connect to the internet you need a connection device, there is the following choice:-

a) an ADSL Modem (many come as a USB plug & play, plug it in and install the software drivers and away you go, well almost?!!)

b) a wired in router. A router can be setup either using ADSL or the router can be connected to a traditional exsisting ethernet based network. Ethernet setup's tend to be more relevant to business's not home users generally

c) A wireless router

d) combo i.e. wireless ADSL modem router. Yes! its abit confusing as it combined a wireless device and a router which also has a modem builtin for emergencies.

**Check IT suppliers for prices as the cost of routers, modems & wirelss routers has come down alot in recent times. Prices vary from £40 to the £200-£300 price range. I suggest you purchase a good quality modem router in the mid price range, this tends to ensure the device is likely to last longer and you will gain more benefit from it.

IR

Answer 3

Your best bet would be to buy a modem router. It is unlikely that you will get a top router with a usb connection. I searched and searched for what I needed and eventually took the advice of someone else and bought a netgear dg834G. This is a wireless modem router and can handle speeds of up to 54 mbps. It cost me £35 brand new off ebay. Argos or Ebuyer are about cheapest. I can definately recommend the router and would buy netgear over any other brand.

Answer 4

The answer is yes and no

no you don't need one as you can get a router without an modem and connect your modem to it
or
buy yourself a router with a modem in it - my personal choice, as it cuts down the number of boxes and wires/power etc.