sneakernerd
@optonline.net | [OOL] Wireless?
So I plan on purchasing a XBOX 360 Wireless adapter and I was wondering if my WebStar DPX2203 modem supports Wi-Fi or any wireless feature or do I need to buy a wireless router. Thanks. |
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RickNY
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join:2000-11-02
New York |
You need a wireless router as well |
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sneakernerd
@optonline.net | reply to sneakernerd
Do you have any router you would recommend specifically? |
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s bassaw
join:2006-06-11
New Rochelle, NY | Linksys WRT54G is a widely used router. I have had no problems with it. I've been using one for the past 4 years. |
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JohnDrenZ
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join:2000-04-03
Brooklyn, NY | reply to sneakernerd
»Optimum Online FAQ »What Routers are Compatible with OOL's 15/2 and 30/5 (BOOST) Plans? |
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StreetSpirit
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Roslyn Heights, NY
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May 13th, @04:38AM
| I agree on the Linky, but make sure you get the WRT54GL. Current non "L" G/GS models are stripped down versions of what the popular models were 1-2 years ago. The GL is the last in the line of Linux/open source units.
The current G routers (version 5 and up) use (I believe) VxWorks and are not easily flashable to third-party software. They also don't have as much memory (ROM and RAM). For those interested in advanced features and the ability to tweak the router this is a problem.
G routers pre-version 5 also use the Linux based firmware, have more memory and can be purchased pretty cheap on eBay, etc. I bought a version 3 for $25 including S/H.
The GL routers sold by Linksys cost $15-$20 more than their G counterparts. I believe the standard version 5 and higher WRT54G uses VxWorks.
Here's a good article comparing the various WRT54 lines: »en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WRT54G
I also suggest after getting aquainted with the router, read up on how to flash it with custom firmware, such as DD-WRT.
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Regards!
Dave |
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sneakernerd
@optonline.net | reply to sneakernerd
Have any of you guys used the Linksys Router for gaming? |
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MxxCon
join:1999-11-19
Brooklyn, NY
clubs:   | there is a special version of dd-wrt firwmare that is running on wrt54g* targeted specifically for gamers. |
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