i need a router...comp people, help

[toehead11183]

my wife got me a laptop for christmas and it has built in wireless but i need a router. i got a $50 DELL giftcard and i want the best router i can get for about $65. i dont know squat about this stuff. any of you computer guys wanna help? below is a link to the dell site where ive been looking at routers.
http://search.dell.com/results.aspx?s=dhs&c=us&l=en&cs=19&k=router&cat=all&sort=-price&p=20

 

[Ianab]

What setup do you have now?

If you already have a DSL or cable router then that access point is what you need.

It will plug into your existing network and give wireless access to your existing system.

Make sure you turn on one of the encryption options in the access point, or else you give all your neighbours free internet and access to your home network.

Cheers

Ian

 

[invisyblegypsey]

get one of these they are the easyest to set up and use
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833124136

 

[invisyblegypsey]

ps
if you get it and cant figger it out pm me i can get you through it

 

[KenyanSandBoa]

get one of these they are the easyest to set up and use
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833124136

They are easy to setup, but I've had a problem with them failing quite often. I was having to power cycle the router at least once a week and then one day it just died.

I switched to D-Link and couldn't be happier. My Wii connection is much more stable and I don't have the problems with my Xbox 360 that I used to either.

 

[evilxyardxgnome]

D-Link is the way to go.

 

[toehead11183]

D-LINK:WBR-1310 WIRELESS G ROUTER

Create a wireless network for your home using WBR-1310 Wireless G Router from D-Link®. This router includes a built-in firewall that safeguards your network from harmful attacks. It minimizes the threats of hackers and prevents unwanted intruders from entering your network. Additional security features like MAC address filtering prevents unauthorized network access and parental control features prevent users from viewing inappropriate content. Supporting WEP and WPA encryption, this router provides compatibility with a wide range of wireless devices. Additionally, it includes four Ethernet ports for you to connect Ethernet-enabled PCs and devices. So, just connect this Wireless G Router to a broadband modem and enjoy surfing the web, checking e-mail, and chatting with family and friends online.
Tech Specs
General
Device Type Wireless router

Form Factor External

Width 4.3 in

Depth 5.6 in

Height 1.4 in

Weight 9.6 oz
Networking
Connectivity Technology Wireless, wired

Integrated Switch 4-port switch

Data Transfer Rate 54 Mbps

Frequency Band 2.4 GHz

Data Link Protocol Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g

Spread Spectrum Method OFDM, DSSS

Switching Protocol Ethernet

Remote Management Protocol HTTP

Status Indicators Link activity, power, link OK, status

Features Firewall protection, NAT support, Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI), MAC address filtering, URL filtering

Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
Antenna
Antenna External detachable

Antenna Qty 1

Directivity Omni-directional
Expansion / Connectivity
Interfaces 1 x network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45 ( WAN ) ¦ 4 x network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45
Miscellaneous
Included Accessories Vertical stand

Cables (Details) 1 x network cable

Encryption Algorithm 128-bit WEP, 64-bit WEP, WPA

Compliant Standards FCC
Power
Power Device Power adapter - external
Software / System Requirements
OS Required Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4 or later, Apple MacOS X 10.3 or later, Microsoft Windows XP SP2 or later

Peripheral / Interface Devices CD-ROM
Environmental Parameters
Min Operating Temperature 32 °F

Max Operating Temperature 131 °F

 

[ewurm]

I'm not dealing with wireless, I use a cord.