Re: [ILUG-BOM] Suggestions needed for Wireless Router

Pradeepto Bhattacharya wrote:

Hi,

 I need a wireless router for network setup at my home. Basically

for internet connectivity for 2 laptops and my desktop and for occasional other extra devices with wifi capabilities if and when required.

Now what I want to know is - what would be good wifi router which

could work across a 2 BHK flat and also work when the laptop/device is in an opposite flat, separated just by a passage and walls. The passage width is not more than couple of meters.

 I am looking at this [1] model, any suggestions?  Thanks in advance.

 [1] http://shopping.rediff.com/shop/productdisplay.jsp?LINKSYS-WRT54GL-Wireless-Router-AP-Support-Linux&prrfnbr=10240188&menbr=38477&frompg=WRT54GL

If you are not planning to change the firmware, any router would do as GNU/Linux compatibility is not an issue. The Linksys one with 2 ext. antennas is very good for range but unfortunately now through the distributor channels, we get only the new model with internal antenna. Try looking for this model ( Ext. Ant.) at Croma or other big malls. Price should be within 3K.

For best range, you will have to place it in the center of your usage area so plan accordingly.