Apple AirPort Extreme Base Station (with modem)

Product Summary

If you have a Mac or mixed Mac/PC network, AirPort Extreme has to be on your list of routers to consider.

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By Becky Waring (JiWire) (Updated 10/3/08)
JiWire's quick take

Likes
Has several unique features especially valuable to Mac users, including USB printer sharing, a built-in 56K modem that lets you phone home, an external antenna port, and AppleTalk support.

Dislikes
Extremely expensive, short on performance and firewall features, and lacks the usual 4-port Ethernet switch.

Good for
Mac users who need the secure dial-up modem support or other unique features.

Bad for
PC-only users and those who need top performance and range.

Basic specs
Wireless Networks Supported: 802.11b, 802.11g
Maximum Wireless Throughput: 54Mbps
Radio Frequency: 2.4GHz
Wired Networking Ports: 1 10/100 Ethernet
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