November 9, 2010 8:14 PM

My question is this. I heard if you have a mixed bag (N and G devices) the router will revert to G speeds and I won't realize any benefit of upgrading my router to N unless I change out my remaining devices to N capabilities. Any truth to this, or will my devices with N capabilities get increased speed?

November 24, 2010 5:55 PM

It really depends on your needs. If live in a modest size condo like I do and just need wireless for browsing, then wireless G is sufficient as you can get good signal though. However, if you live in a larger home then wireless N is not only faster but it also provides a greater area of coverage so you can get a decent signal even if you are not close to your router or if you are on another fllor.

December 1, 2010 10:51 AM updated: December 1, 2010 10:52 AM

john school said: i bought a gateway laptop and all i have is a power cord,could someone please tell me what i need to get on the internet, my son will use this for home schooling. i am looking for the cheapest route of course. thanks

If you have a router, then all you need is an ethernet cable. But if you have a wireless router, you have everything you need already.

January 2, 2011 2:37 PM

I'm tech-challenged & trying to make my home wireless. I have timewarner modem with cable, phone, and internet but also need internet access to living room with tv/wii and 2 other bedroom tvs- any sugestions?

January 16, 2011 12:06 PM

Lillian said: I have a desktop.Someone told me if I get a router I don't have to pay for internet service is this ture.Lillian

No, it's not true, unless you have a nieghbor who pays for internet service, and they let you tap in. Then what you need is an adapter, not a router. And it would have to be a nieghbor who is close enough for you to get the signal.

April 28, 2011 1:11 PM

I have a question for you all..My built in wireless just went on my toshiba laptop so i had a netgear wireless usb 54g laying around and it runs good..I just received a new mini realtek wireless (N) usb and the speed just dropped in half..
I am running a netgear wireless (g) router..Do I need a wireless (N) router???

June 10, 2011 6:29 PM updated: June 10, 2011 6:33 PM

The gig is mainly based on a "pump and dump" sales gimmick to get you to buy the newer technology when it is the same as the old technology. I have seen wireless technology from the foundation all the way up to what it is today and it is absurd that status quo has made its way into the computer world.

For the elite computer users and hacker of the like I surely think you can see what the ploy and gimmick is here (new equipment with less room for improvement) therby forcing you as a customer to upgrade yet again if you want the "best of the best" however, in my world the best is what you can make yourself and laugh at the lamers who pay for your ingenius ideas.

September 18, 2011 7:12 PM

I would like to buy and install a new wireless router.
I have to connect the router to 2 devices
1. HP Premium Series HDX18 Laptop
2. Desktop installed with Belkin wireless G Desktop Card 802.11g

which one i should buy?
Wireless G / Wireless N Router?

Please guide me for best results....

Thanks in advance

Koti K

October 29, 2011 10:29 AM

Hi, I have a question regarding wireless N routers. I currently have a wireless G router, and am looking to upgrade top a N router based on my 2 PCs not being able to DL anything with out affecting the other PC (greatly, 1/4 the dl speed maybe less 400kb/s opposed to 2.2mb/s +). The PCs are NOT wireless, they use a port each. So will an N router deliver a better connection to both or will that always affect 2 PCs no matter what the router. Thanks in advance.

December 12, 2011 11:24 AM

can i use the Tomato firmware of Netgear MNDR3800 n600 on a MNDR3700 N600V2?

March 22, 2012 12:02 PM updated: March 22, 2012 12:14 PM

I just ordered a Apple TV and a new iPad, is wireless-N router help to stream HD movies? Can you recommend a good wireless N router can cover the whole house and backyard?
Thanks,
Frank.

July 11, 2012 3:53 PM

I just fried my wireless router and am hunting for a new one. I have an older laptop that uses wireless G and a computer that can use the wireless N type. I'd like to be able to share my samsung laser printer and an external hard drive. Any Suggestions?

August 16, 2012 1:13 PM

I do have DSL connection (2.2 mbps speed) at my home (Fios not avilable). I am told by the Verizon that I need a minimum of 3 mps speed to stream Netflix movies in my basement (through Sony Google box). Right now I don't have any signal or a spotty one. Will wirelss N router help me to enhance signal?