Manageable Networking and Wi-Fi

The Bottom Line: The TrendNet Wireless N Gigabit Router TEW-633GR is fast, but not as fast as a competing D-Link router, and it's easy to use, but not as easy as a Belkin router. Still, we like it for its winning combination of decent throughput and intuitive Web interface.

Specs: Wireless router, 6.4 in x 5.9 in x 1 in, Wired, Wireless, 300 Mbps, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz, 11.8 oz

The Bottom Line: Though the Netgear WPNT834 RangeMax 240 provides phenomenal throughput at short range, it doesn't deliver on MIMO's promise of fantastic long-range performance.

The Bottom Line: The Buffalo WLA-G54C is the best wireless repeater we've seen to date, and it's a great building block for an expandable network.

Specs: Buffalo AirStation WLA2-G54C - Wireless access point, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, 54 Mbps

The Bottom Line: The Junxion box turns your cellular wideband connection into a Wi-Fi hot spot.

Specs: Wireless router, 10.2 in x 6.3 in x 1.1 in, Wired, Wireless, 100 Mbps, HTTP, External, 2.2 lbs

The Bottom Line: The Netgear RangeMax router is among the best-performing routers we've seen.

Specs: Wireless router, 8.8 in x 6 in x 1.2 in, Wired, Wireless, 108 Mbps, Ethernet, External, 2.4 GHz, 1.1 lbs

The Bottom Line: The SMCWTK-G is a fast, easy way to add Wi-Fi to an Ethernet connection, but we like 3Com's travel router a little better.

Specs: SMC EZ Connect g SMCWTK-G Wireless Traveler's Kit - Wireless access point, Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet, 54 Mbps

The Bottom Line: Time and money are required to properly install the WGU624, but tech buffs will find both well spent.

Specs: Wireless router, 6.9 in x 4.7 in x 1.1 in, Wired, Wireless, 108 Mbps, External, 0.7 lbs

The Bottom Line: The DWL-2210AP is packed with features well suited for small businesses.

Specs: D-Link AirPremier DWL-2210AP - Wireless access point, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, 54 Mbps

The Bottom Line: This access point's high price will seem fair to those with a lot of wireless equipment.

Specs: NETGEAR WG302 802.11g ProSafe Wireless Access Point - Wireless access point, Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet, 54 Mbps

The Bottom Line: Compex's NetPassage WPE54G is a stylish and versatile miniature access point that performs well. Unfortunately, it's pricey, and it lacks Wi-Fi certification.

Specs: Compex NetPassage WPE54G - Wireless access point, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, 54 Mbps