How to Choose the Right N Router

N routers have given laptops real wire freedom, and that is another reason laptops are enjoying rising popularity. They finally are portable and reliably so. For so long wireless was unreliable or too expensive. Times have changed. Wireless has made a giant leap ahead promising smooth streaming video and music, as well as flawless call handling. Of course, the life link to this new-found portability is the N router. That tenuous wireless freedom hinges on the N, so do not be careless or haphazard when it comes to choosing the right N router. Tread carefully and choose wisely.

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  Shop for N routers which provide sharing of video, photo and music files, as well as document sharing. Look for a router with intelligent antenna technology which has multiple stream capability and receives even the remotest signals. Make sure your new router has prioritization ability that allows multiple applications to stream smoothly and uninterrupted.

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  Simply follow the on-screen prompts for wizard installs. stock illustration of computer server icon image by Ruslana Stovner from Fotolia.com

  Seek out an N router that is easy and quick to set up. Be sure it has a step-by-step setup wizard that is a point-and-click operation through setup and install. Avoid the routers with complicated, network expert level-instructions.

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  Buy the N router with the strongest security features. Look for encryption level security with backup. Get dual firewall protection as well to protect against Internet attacks.

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  Connect to any of the multiple ports of your N router. computer connection cables - focus on the front connectors image by Andrew Brown from Fotolia.com

  Check the warranty and buy the router with the strongest one. Make sure to purchase the required wireless adapters for optimal performance. Verify minimal system requirements and match your router accordingly. Be sure the N router has powerful parental supervisory controls, since your laptop is now mobile.

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  Shop around for the best price to be found on your N router. Expect prices to vary, but they will only vary slightly. Be prepared to pay more for the N router than the G router because they are worth it in features, strength and functionality. Do not buy the basic N router just to save a few dollars, since they have reported more problems and fewer features. Buy one of the top-of-the-line N models, or wait until you can.

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  Do not buy G routers now. ADSL Router image by Phil2048 from Fotolia.com

  Do not try to mix the G with the N, since this results in a dramatic speed decrease. Do not expect any exponential increase in your current speeds. The routers will be limited to the speed at which you currently navigate.