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    What is the difference between these 2 routers?

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by The Fire Snake, Dec 13, 2008.

  1. The Fire Snake

    The Fire Snake Notebook Virtuoso

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    I am looking for a relatively cheap Wireless router. One that is fairly dependable and I think I will stick with the g protocol, since I don't think my internet connection can even deliver N speeds. Can anyone tell me the difference between these 2 routers? Which one is better? Any opinions would be great. Thanks.

    Linksys WRT54GL
    Linksys WRT54G
     
    The Fire Snake, Dec 13, 2008
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    kegobeer 1 hr late but moving fast

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    kegobeer, Dec 13, 2008
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    The Fire Snake Notebook Virtuoso

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    Thanks kegobeer!

    That link was very helpful. I have been reading some stuff about this router, pretty cool stuff. jez, I was thinking of getting just a cheap reliable router(as this seems to be) but I had no idea about how hackable this router is with certain versions. Now this has me thinking.. :D
     
    The Fire Snake, Dec 15, 2008
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    ludedude Notebook Enthusiast

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    I'm running the GL and DD-WRT firmware. I LOVE it! So many more options and security enhancements!! I think I got the router on Ebay for like 30 bucks. Super cheap and works great!

    I strongly recommend DD-WRT!
     
    ludedude, Dec 17, 2008
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