Is The WGR614 Is Netgear's Best Wireless Router Ever?
Netgear are beginning to dominate the market with their wireless communications hardware. They have now built a name for themselves that represents good design, reliability, and affordable prices. In this article we will be looking at one item in particular. The Netgear Wireless Router WGR614. This router has been referred to as one of the best 802.11b routers ever made. It has a wonderfully classy design, great performance, and an easy set up. This alone makes it our top choice at the moment.
First of all let's take a look at the design. This is perhaps not one of the most important aspects of a router but it does look stunning! It's sleek finish will compliment any set up and you won't be afraid to have it show. You also have the choice of standing it upright or flat on the feet provided. Now, moving on from asthetics, lets take alook at what really important.
We'll start with the easy to use set-up program. The Netgear Wireless Router WGR614 comes with an install feature that open in your browser. It is clear, and will work for even the most novice of users among us. The set up is split into simple steps which you have to check off as you complete each one. It is very in-depth, covering everything from connecting your cables to completing the install and finally, rebooting your system. It even comes with animated steps so you will always be completely clear on what you need to do next! Once you have completed your installation and are at the point where you need to connect to your ISP you will be given a settings interface, (which also opens in your browser). A program will pop-up which grabs all of your ISP settings along with automating many other settings that frequently cause problems, especially those new to this type of device. This comprehensive set up ensures you can't go wrong, but should you encounter problems, it's popularity ensures that the internet holds help in abundance.
As well as looking great and having an easy set up, the Netgear Wireless Router WGR614 does not fall down when it comes to features either. Perfectly designed for the home and office, you can configure options such as blocking certain websites, or keyword searches and have the option to send an email to the recipient that tries to enter a blocked site. You can also log all websites that are visited to keep track internet usage. Among it's many other features you will also find a built-in firewall. The only thing that does let the Netgear Wireless Router WGR614 down a little is security. Aside from the firewall, other security options are limited. Personally I believe that the reason for this, is because this product was designed and manufactured with home-use in mind and in light of this, you are less vulnerable than if you were a business. However this is something you should bare in mind before purchasing. Next we look at performance. according to independent tests carried doubt by CNET, The Netgear Wireless Router WGR614 was one of the best 802.11g routers they have tested. EVER! Their first test was at a distance of 25 feet and also through a wall. At this range they still achieved a connection of 22.2Mbps. There was a significant drop between 25 - 50 feet where it only managed around 14Mbps in their second test. But in spite of this they still say that it provided consistently high performance and incredibly long range. If you are not yet convinced on the Netgear Wireless Router WGR614 then feel free to take a look at some more online reviews. If you are looking for more specific information we haven't covered in this article then take a look at the Netgear site and you should find all the information you need.
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