Wireless / wifi basics
• What are wireless and Wifi and what's the difference?
• What is wireless n / 802.11n? Also compares wireless n to wireless b and g standards.
• Here's our list of standard router settings for routers, wireless routers, and modem routers in the UK.
Buying a router
• Too many router types? Not sure whether you need a Broadband or Modem Router?
• Key things to look for when buying a router. Check out our wireless router buying guide.
• If you need to know which router your ISP gave you for free, if it's any good, and which other routers will work with your broadband provider, see our list of ISPs.
• Buying a router to use with a games console, see our console guides:
- best router for Playstation3.
- best router for Xbox 360.
- best router for Nintendo Wii.
• Want to know the best router for the Apple iPad?
Wireless security
• Worried about wireless security? Look no further.