Is it possible to get a cheap, low maitnence, wireless router that is compatible with PC's/Mac's?

Question

I am looking to get a wireless router for around 70 bucks Canadian. I need one with at least 7 connections. Cheap yet high quality that can also be used with win 98 or higher and Macs. Is there one like this? I dont wanna buy off Ebay or anything like that.

-Myhand

Answer 1

They can all be used with any OS. When setting up check the section on dhcp, it may only be set for 3 or 4 addresses, increase this to 10 to allow for any additions later, save the setting and then use the various wireless utilities on your machines to find the router, set the encryption and connect.

Answer 2

What you need to know is the type of wireless band that the computers have. They are 4 types of band A, B, G and recently N, most routers are B,G band compatible , because those two have a higher speed connection than A band. The OS is not a problem when dealing with wireless connections. A decent router cost around 60-80 us dollars, but you can search on line for good deals. You can search in best buy or circuit city they have lots of routers and free shipping in most of them.

Answer 3

the specification sheet to your pc shows an ethernet adapter as extensive-unfold. in case you nevertheless have the person handbook for it that would desire to coach you have been the relationship is for it . If the broadband is being put in quickly , ask the installer the thank you to connect with the router. you will pick to disable the prompt get admission to or a minimum of deploy a password so no person interior of sight can use your connection.

Answer 4

Routers could care less what OS is connected to it. so just find one you like and go for it.

Several makers offer 8 port routers (some with wifi) so get one with enough ports for all the machines you want to wire to it.