BROADBAND ROUTER
What does a broadband router do ?
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same as a cable router. it splits the signal from your broadband source to multiple computers without overlapping signals. 0 -
Hence the moniker,MIMO; Multiple input/ Multiple output 0 -
quote:Originally posted by aramisvi
same as a cable router. it splits the signal from your broadband source to multiple computers without overlapping signals.
Not really... It is a router. It "routes" your home or private network into your broadband source - DSL or Cable tpically. It uses your one ISP assigned IP address and assigns your home PCs to a private network, typically in the 192.168.0.0 range. This range is not routable on the Internet, so your home PCs are more or less protected from intrusion from the Internet.
Even if you have and use just 1 PC, you should still get a broadband router for its firewalling capabilities. In its default configuration, it will not allow any traffic into your home that you do not initiate, so it is quite secure.0 -
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MIMO refers to a new wave of technology that uses multiple, smart antennae to enhance the speed and range of wireless. While traditional devices use one signal, MIMO works faster by sending and receiving multiple signals at the same time. Being able to read multiple signals is also a big help over longer distances. Signals reflect as they bump into walls and floors. MIMO devices are able to make use of these reflections in places that could give older devices some trouble. MIMO signals are also stronger than single signals-they carry farther and extend the range of MIMO devices. Smart antennae enhance MIMO signals even more. These antennae sense interference and cleverly switch to cleaner channels, improving signal clarity.
MIMO devices transmit at double the maximum speed of 802.11g while at close range, and this advantage increases over long distances. At ranges where 802.11g signals are starting to fade, MIMO devices can work up to eight times faster.
MIMO is not a standard like 802.11, so there are no standard names for MIMO devices. Names like SRX, Pre-N and RangeMaxT are all different variations of MIMO technology. While the names are different, the end result is the same: MIMO wireless devices deliver superior speed and range.
Here's a chart that compares MIMO to the 802.11 standards:
Wireless Comparison Chart
Wireless Standard MIMO 802.11g 802.11b 802.11a
Frequency 2.4GHz 2.4GHz 2.4GHz 5GHz
Maximum Speed* 108Mbps 54Mbps 11Mbps 54Mbps
Indoor Range 300'-450' 100'-150' 100'-150' 25'-75'
Public Access None Becoming new standard Widespread None
Compatibility 802.11g, 802.11b** 802.11g, 802.11b** 802.11b , 802.11g** 802.11a
* These maximum wireless signal rates are based on IEEE Standard specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors can lower actual data throughput rates and range (coverage).
**When 802.11g and 802.11b devices communicate, they do so at the slower 802.11b rate.0 -
Technically they are a bridge and a router combined. Router directs traffic one way or another. Bridge changes from one physical medium to another. 0 -
hmmm... The signal from the cable/DSL "modem" is Ethernet, so the cable/DSL modem is the bridge, the router is just that, a router.
quote:Originally posted by iwannausername
Technically they are a bridge and a router combined. Router directs traffic one way or another. Bridge changes from one physical medium to another.0
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