Switching Routers

The Bottom Line: D-Link's DI-808HV is a great way to offer a secure VPN connection to your office when you're on the road.

Specs: 4.6 in x 7.6 in x 1.2 in, Wired, 100 Mbps, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Ethernet, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x, External, Switching, NAT support, VPN support, Flow control, Auto-negotiation, Firewall protection, DoS attack prevention, Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI), 0.7 lbs

The Bottom Line: The WRV54G puts the cart before the horse, providing lots of VPN tunnels without covering fundamental wireless-security bases.

Specs: Wireless router, 7.3 in x 6.9 in x 1.9 in, Wireless, 54 Mbps, Ethernet, HTTP, Full-duplex, External, 2.4 GHz, 1.1 lbs

The Bottom Line: The Zyxel Prestige 334W offers a nice array of security features, but its configuration is too complex for those new to networking.

Specs: Wireless router, 7.1 in x 5 in x 1.4 in, Wired, Wireless, 54 Mbps, Ethernet, Full-duplex, External, 2.4 GHz, 0.7 lbs

The Bottom Line: Unless you need a router that can connect a Webcam to your network, there's little to recommend the NetPassage 26G.

Specs: Wireless router, 6.9 in x 4.1 in x 1.6 in, Wired, Wireless, 54 Mbps, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz

The Bottom Line: The WGR-200 is a good choice if you want a router that is easy to set up, but it lacks the range and speed of other products.

Specs: Wireless router, 7.9 in x 6.4 in x 1.5 in, Wired, Wireless, 54 Mbps, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz, 0.9 lbs

The Bottom Line: Its simple setup makes Gateway's WBR-100 router a good choice for those who care more about ease than robust security or top speed.

Specs: Wireless router, 7.9 in x 6.4 in x 1.5 in, Wired, Wireless, 11 Mbps, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz, 0.9 lbs

The Bottom Line: The HomePortal's all-in-one design can help simplify your network setup, but we've reviewed faster, more secure wireless routers.

Specs: Wireless router, 10 in x 2 in x 8 in, Wired, Wireless, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz, 2 lbs

The Bottom Line: This router is capable and easy to use, but Dell's TM2300 offers more-advanced features and faster throughput.

Specs: Wireless router, 1.2 in x 6.8 in x 5.3 in, Wired, Wireless, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz, 0.7 lbs

The Bottom Line: This router delivers fast throughput and great range, but its faulty documentation and support make it ill-suited for novices.

Specs: Wireless router, 9.2 in x 5.5 in x 1.7 in, Wired, Wireless, 54 Mbps, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz, 1.1 lbs

The Bottom Line: If you need a way to connect your 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g adapters with Ethernet, the Linksys WRT55AG is the best solution to date.

Specs: Wireless router, 7.3 in x 6.9 in x 1.9 in, Wireless, 54 Mbps, Ethernet, SNMP, Full-duplex, External, 2.4 GHz, 0.9 lbs