ZyXEL Communications Corp. Networking and Wi-Fi

The Bottom Line: If you don't need remote access and can look past sluggish RAID 1 performance, the Zyxel NSA-220 NAS drive offers a useful set of basic features, solid performance, and best-in-class Web-based management.

Specs: ZyXEL NSA-220 - NAS server, PC, RJ-45, 4 pin USB Type A, Standard, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet

The Bottom Line: The Zyxel PLA-400 is a compelling alternative to a wireless home network, but the competition offers faster throughput for about the same price.

The Bottom Line: If you like cheap-and-easy networking, Zyxel PL-100 HomePlug Turbo Powerline Ethernet Adapters are a no-brainer for a variety of home network scenarios.

Specs: ZyXEL PL-100 - Bridge, Ethernet, HomePlug 1.0, Fast Ethernet, 85 Mbps

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: The Zyxel B-220's robust security features make it an excellent choice for those who need to connect to corporate networks.

Specs: 11 Mbps, 2.4 GHz, Wireless, USB

Specs: Wireless router, 6.4 in x 4.5 in x 1.3 in, Wired, Wireless, 300 Mbps, Ethernet, External, 8.9 oz

Specs: Bridge, 3 in x 3.8 in x 1.8 in, Wired, 200 Mbps, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, HomePlug AV (HPAV), External, 6.5 oz

Specs: ZyXEL ZyWALL 5 UTM - Security appliance, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet

Specs: 7.1 in x 5 in x 1.4 in, Wired, 80 Mbps, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Ethernet, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, Full-duplex, External, VPN, Switching, Manageable, NAT support, DHCP support, Content filtering, Firewall protection, DoS attack prevention, Full duplex capability, Auto-uplink (auto MDI/MDI-X), 0.7 lbs

Specs: Wireless router, 5.5 in x 3.9 in x 1.1 in, Wired, Wireless, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz, 15 oz