3Com Direct Networking and Wi-Fi

The Bottom Line: The OfficeConnect Travel Router is light and portable. Unfortunately, it's neither as elegantly designed nor as full featured as Apple's more expensive AirPort Express.

Specs: Wireless router, 2.8 in x 4 in x 0.9 in, Wired, Wireless, 54 Mbps, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz

The Bottom Line: For companies that buy 3Com equipment, this 802.11b card's proprietary features could be worth the price. Others should look elsewhere.

Specs: 11 Mbps, 2.4 GHz, Wireless, PC Card

The Bottom Line: With its simple installation and low price, the OfficeConnect wireless cable/DSL gateway is among the best Internet-sharing solutions for home or small-business users.

Specs: 3Com OfficeConnect Wireless Cable/DSL Gateway - Security appliance, Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, Fast Ethernet, 100 Mbps, 6

The Bottom Line: Despite some printer-compatibility issues, the Wireless Bluetooth Printing Kit offers a simple connectivity solution for small-office users who don't want to bother with networking a printer.

The Bottom Line: 3Com's Bluetooth adapters are pricey, and with few compatible devices currently available, Bluetooth has yet to evolve into a compelling, proven networking solution.

Specs: 1 Mbps, 2.4 GHz, Wireless, PC Card

The Bottom Line: This well-designed gateway makes it easy for home users to network several computers wirelessly and share a high-speed Internet connection.

Specs: 3Com Home Wireless Gateway Wireless access point, Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, Fast Ethernet, 11 Mbps

Specs: Wireless router, 8.7 in x 5.3 in x 0.9 in, Wireless, 54 Mbps, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz, 13 lbs

Specs: 3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point - Wireless access point, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, 54 Mbps

Specs: 3Com Wireless 7760 11a/b/g PoE Access Point - Wireless access point, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, 802.11 Super G, 108 Mbps

Specs: Wireless router, 8.7 in x 5.2 in x 1.5 in, Wired, Wireless, 54 Mbps, Ethernet, HTTP, SNMP 1, SNMP 2, External, 2.4 GHz, 1.3 lbs